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asu_gt
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SSR 953 thoughts?
#9466 - 01/10/08 06:24 PM (192.35.79.70)
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thinking of ordering a SSR 953..any thoughts/ride impressions?

This bike will be used as my primary training bike; I am getting more and more involved in ultradistance cycling and am looking for a bullet proof frame that is comfortable for long distances.

I already have a super-light calfee for the mountains. I can accept the slight weight penalty of the SSR if it delivers in terms of comfort and handling.

J

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Re: SSR 953 thoughts? new [Re: asu_gt]
#9467 - 01/10/08 06:34 PM (66.27.148.144)
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thinking of ordering a SSR 953..any thoughts/ride impressions?

This bike will be used as my primary training bike; I am getting more and more involved in ultradistance cycling and am looking for a bullet proof frame that is comfortable for long distances.

I already have a super-light calfee for the mountains. I can accept the slight weight penalty of the SSR if it delivers in terms of comfort and handling.

J



I met someone recently that has one and loves it. This guy has eight bikes and this one is his favorite. My understanding is that it rides like a steel bike but has the added advantage of being stainless so no rust. I have heard that Pegoretti and Strong also makes bikes from Reynolds 953 stainless.

Bruce

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Re: SSR 953 thoughts? new [Re: Darby]
#9468 - 01/10/08 09:58 PM (66.27.148.144)
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Have you ever looked at a Calfee Bamboo? Craig Calfee said that Bamboo provides the smoothest and most comfortable ride of any frame material. A Bamboo frame will weigh more than carbon fiber but probably less than steel.

Just a thought.

Bruce

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Re: SSR 953 thoughts? new [Re: Darby]
#9470 - 01/11/08 03:44 PM (192.35.79.70)
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I have heard good things about the bamboo bike. Actually, we are thinking of getting a kids tandem made out of bamboo. I will use that as a test.
J

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Re: SSR 953 thoughts? new [Re: asu_gt]
#9471 - 01/11/08 05:54 PM (66.27.148.144)
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web page

You may want to read this thread on Reynolds 953.

Bruce

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Re: SSR 953 thoughts? new [Re: Darby]
#9473 - 01/11/08 10:31 PM (192.35.79.70)
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thanks for the info...comments from Kellogg carry a lot of weight.
J

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