Re: Fly vs Luna
11/13/04 07:50 PM (166.77.209.191)
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I ride a D'Fly - racing the New England hillclimbs - with some success in the 60+ age group.
It is an awesome bike - 60cm is 15.5 lbs with sane components. Actually strange components - it uses XTR derailleurs and an FSA triple crank (the hills hit 22%). DT shifter for the front and a Campy Record carbon brake lever on the left. DA 9 STI on the right
Alha Q sub 3.
I really like the Kestrel Carbon bar - the SL on the Calfee and a standard one on my 'cross bike.
I might have gone back to Campy - but needed the flexibility of gearing choices you get with Shimano.
I've used Topolinos, Velomax and American Classic wheels.
All are great. The Velomax seem to be the best in terms of fit and finish - the hubs are like silk, when you hold a wheel and spin it you feel nothing. Topolinos give a nice ride but are slightly affected by strong cross winds. Am Classics are stiff.
For racing I use the Selle Italia SLR. I've actually ridden centuries on that seat also. However, the Aliante is like sitting on molded air - for my butt at least the most comfortable ever.
Seatpost is an Alien. The most difficult to adjust part ever designed for a bike. Also I had slippage problems in the early days - you must scrupulously clean the inside of the seat tube with alcohol to get ALL of the CF dust out - it is a great lubricant.
Cinelli Solido stem - but take great care with the Ti bolts. Much Ti Prep and use a torque wrench.
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