sethgodin
New Member
I'll show you close-up photos, since we all know what the thing looks like from a distance. Below this, some comments and thoughts.
I have Kelvin's bag on the back (be sure to loop the handle over the seat, or it will drag against the tires. I bought a hip red and black chain, which they say won't stretch as much. I love disc brakes, love them.
Here's my biggest comparison to the 1.5: The recline is greater, which means that the front wheel is far more likely to spin on the uphills, which means I have to throw my weight forward (sitting up). Of course, it's a bigger situp than the 1.5. and more often.
But, even on rubbery legs the first day out, the bike is clearly faster, more connected to the rider and a much more elegant thing to ride. I need to be sure I put the miles on to get comfortable with it, but I think the upgrade was a good choice.
And Nanda did a fabulous job of working with me and building it from thousands of miles away!
I have Kelvin's bag on the back (be sure to loop the handle over the seat, or it will drag against the tires. I bought a hip red and black chain, which they say won't stretch as much. I love disc brakes, love them.
Here's my biggest comparison to the 1.5: The recline is greater, which means that the front wheel is far more likely to spin on the uphills, which means I have to throw my weight forward (sitting up). Of course, it's a bigger situp than the 1.5. and more often.
But, even on rubbery legs the first day out, the bike is clearly faster, more connected to the rider and a much more elegant thing to ride. I need to be sure I put the miles on to get comfortable with it, but I think the upgrade was a good choice.
And Nanda did a fabulous job of working with me and building it from thousands of miles away!
