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The S40 is the best ride for traffic. The V is a race bike IMHO - but I don't commute on one or ride in traffic. The S40 is actually faster in that environment. Robert

They are the same and indeed the parts could be swapped, with the exception that the S40 requires disc brakes. There might be some redo of cabling as well since the riders poison and the location of the boom/slider will likely be different on each bike even with the same rider. Robert

I highly doubt anything will ever topple the simplicity, efficiency, and durability of the standard chain drivetrain and derraileur. Its 2018 with 100 plus years of development and a better option still has not been invented. Old school.

I like this mod.

If your shifter on that side is broken send me an email to support@cruzbike.com and I can send you a replacement.

I have SRAM Yaw front DR on all my bikes and it is awesome when set up just right. The above video is a pretty good one. The too-large gap on a cruzbike from a 50T ring has not typically been an issue, but definitely can be if the adjustment is not spot on.

There are definitely some nuanced changes to the Q45 frame over the old Q frame - they are 98% similar but the small changes made a big difference in ride quality.

I am interested in the fact the rear arm is a bit tight for the spread - ill have to investigate this from a manufacturing standpoint for the next run. I have noticed it being a bit tight as well but have been able to get the wheels in by hand without problems. Robert

That is a sweet color combo!!

I am not sure why so many are having issues with the Yaw style from DR, I have used one for a handful of years since they came out and have never had shifting issues. It is too far from the ring than ideal, but it has not caused me headaches for the most part.

This is a real challenge and more and more people are asking for smaller rings - but with" stock" parts (The hanger is a stock part right out of the road bike catalog) you cannot have it both ways. The newer FD mount on the next run of stays (a ways out and I still need to get through the...

Haven't done much "racing" on Zwift and have been trying to get on there more, but find it easier to just hop on the trainer and blast music and ride as opposed to going through the log-in and setting a ride hassle. Maybe I am over thinking the Zwift thing and I should just ride around in there...

I will be eagerly following all these as they get built. With how the S40 type of front end adjusts, getting the cable housing lengths right was a challenge and I decided to err on a bit too long as opposed to having them be too short for a portion of the riding population. I have found that the...

From putting a zillion miles on both: The S40 is a serious road tourer. Peel off the miles on the road. Lighter. 700c awesomeness. It can be very fast - and it climbs like a goat. It is a TRUE road bike. A no compromise road machine? S40 The Q45 is the "rough and tumble" cousin. It has the...

Hey all - The Q45's have been steadily going out. PLEASE make sure you review the assembly video and instructions in full. There are some things to keep your eyes open for during assembly for proper adjustment, etc. Hopefully you won't have any issues and the few I saw were isolated, but they...

Hey all. I have covered this in the assembly instructions, and the video, but I want to post it here as well. It appears that some of the Q45's have a few assembly errors from the factory, so they NEED TO BE CHECKED before you ride. Before you ride. Before you turn the pedals. Ok: The big...

Great assessment by Leif on the fit. Yes indeed having too long a chainstay sends you rapidly into the realm of diminishing returns for handling. And it is usually NOT more areodynamic.

The front of the Q45 is basically an S40 front end with a very long steer tube. That is needed to get the right clearance for the upright seat angle. It is extremely easy to ride and set with mountain type gear. A triple will work "technically" on this front end - BUT - I have had very limited...

Ken, The FD stalk is really only sized for a 50T or larger - like a 50/34 double. We are investigating options for adapters that will allow FD adjustment for smaller chainrings like a 48etc. And ditto on the cable comments above. Robert

Good thread! I am on Zwift now but still working on finding people, etc. The interface is just not intuitive.