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Post by Deleted on Aug 10, 2013 21:46:10 GMT
I've so far swapped the crankset and bb for Sora version (originals were abysmal), then a short cage Sora rear mech to match and a 12-23 8 sp Shimano cassette.
Now the original chain is sliglty too wide for the 9 speed Sora front mech at 7.1mm width. So I bought a nice thin HG53 chain at 6.6mm, the front chainring shifts amazingly now, but now the rear shifts down or up poorly, depending on cable tension.
So would a Sram PC971 6.9mm chain work well on both front and rear mech!!??!?!?!?!
They advertise it as a 8/9 spd chain sooo hopefully!? If not, it's a purchase of 9 speed cassette and shifter with selling the old ones!
Bloody bike.
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Post by zoltansocrates on Aug 10, 2013 22:00:25 GMT
it happens when you decide to buy any bike with the intention to take it even half seriously if you have mavic aksium, you want ksyrium, if you have sora you want 105, if you have schwalbe lugano you want ultremo
its the life you sign up for
no hobby is any different - guitars, cars - all the same, its a wonder anyone can eat
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 4:52:34 GMT
it happens when you decide to buy any bike with the intention to take it even half seriously if you have mavic aksium, you want ksyrium, if you have sora you want 105, if you have schwalbe lugano you want ultremo its the life you sign up for no hobby is any different - guitars, cars - all the same, its a wonder anyone can eat What is this "eat" you speak of?
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Post by zoltansocrates on Aug 11, 2013 15:02:54 GMT
it happens when you decide to buy any bike with the intention to take it even half seriously if you have mavic aksium, you want ksyrium, if you have sora you want 105, if you have schwalbe lugano you want ultremo its the life you sign up for no hobby is any different - guitars, cars - all the same, its a wonder anyone can eat What is this "eat" you speak of? merely for the weak and rotund, lol
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Post by Deleted on Aug 11, 2013 15:43:14 GMT
it happens when you decide to buy any bike with the intention to take it even half seriously if you have mavic aksium, you want ksyrium, if you have sora you want 105, if you have schwalbe lugano you want ultremo its the life you sign up for no hobby is any different - guitars, cars - all the same, its a wonder anyone can eat I and I'm sure alot of others, bought the T3/T5 to see if road biking was for us and now I know it is, I would if I could take it back and buy something with better components as standard (not knocking T3 as I've loved every bit of owning it).Unless you are lucky enough to have access to knocked down prices on components, I would think most of the time it's more economical to start with a decent bike than trying to upgrade one even before you start talking about labour time and cost. You'll still be looking at a bottomless pit in the eye but at least you can afford to eat a bit longer.
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Post by fit4fifty on Aug 11, 2013 20:50:58 GMT
I am really enjoying my riding I have had the T5a for 2 weeks. I had been using a heavy 20 year old MTB. Boy that was good training!!
I am pushing myself now and getting good relative results on Strava.
Here's the thing... I am worried I am missing out on something! 105s, R501s, seats, tyres. The list of things people are adding after a few weeks of ownership is astounding.
My current mindset is to get myself to be a better and fitter cyclist, then as I see the gains flattening off I will look at the upgrades to fine tune.
Am I missing something or is it horses for courses, (or pockets for courses! )
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Post by tribe5a on Aug 12, 2013 8:23:47 GMT
The components on the 3 and 3A are fine for commuting or leisurely rides. But when you start getting serious with your riding, better, more reliable components will come in handy. That's why I prefer the 5a over the 3 series,because of the Sora grouppo.
The Sora groupset should provide you with years or reliable service if well maintained.
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Post by Whitestar1 on Aug 12, 2013 8:43:27 GMT
We all know deep down when we each got our Triban it wasn't going to stop there. Just face up to it and realise cycling is an expensive hobby. Actually I counter my spending by commuting to work. That way money saved driving the car gets piled into Whitney.
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Post by fit4fifty on Aug 12, 2013 8:47:51 GMT
I am delighted with the Sora so far. I am aware of its shortcomings and am keeping a keen eye on cross chaining to extend the life of the set up.
Interesting that in the btwin instructions and maintenance sheet that it recommends " change bottom bracket, change all cables, change drive train (chain rings, chain & freewheel), change tyres and inner tubes.... Ouch!
If that's the case I will start another cycle scheme purchase after a year and sell the t5a. I am sure that's an over cautious line from btwin. Unless anyone with better knowledge than me is going to enlighten me.
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Post by fit4fifty on Aug 12, 2013 8:51:11 GMT
Ps that should say - those changes are recommended after 1 year.
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Post by Radchenister on Aug 12, 2013 8:55:49 GMT
It's nice to upgrade but I don't go with the premise you have to - look at robertsims ride from yesterday. I think his T3 is standard except for SPD pedals. 130+ km ride with hilly social part in middle, 1230+ metres of climbing. There's many an expensive bike out there that isn't being piloted to those levels.
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Post by Whitestar1 on Aug 12, 2013 9:00:14 GMT
It's nice to upgrade but I don't go with the premise you have to - look at robertsims ride from yesterday. I think his T3 is standard except for SPD pedals. 130+ km ride with hilly social part in middle, 1230+ metres of climbing. There's many an expensive bike out there that isn't being piloted to those levels. End of the day it's man over machine ain't it?
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Post by Radchenister on Aug 12, 2013 9:07:21 GMT
I am delighted with the Sora so far. I am aware of its shortcomings and am keeping a keen eye on cross chaining to extend the life of the set up. Interesting that in the btwin instructions and maintenance sheet that it recommends " change bottom bracket, change all cables, change drive train (chain rings, chain & freewheel), change tyres and inner tubes.... Ouch! If that's the case I will start another cycle scheme purchase after a year and sell the t5a. I am sure that's an over cautious line from btwin. Unless anyone with better knowledge than me is going to enlighten me. You change these things when they wear, distance is more a factor than time and judging the amount of wear the most critical issue, this can be either measured (chain for example) or judged by visual inspection (cog teeth/tyres etc) or obvious when things get glitches. This last issue is different to when an item needs maintenance, cleaning or adjustment. Tyres, inner tubes, brake blocks, bar tape and chains are the key ones and are consumables. Then cogs/freewheel and cables. Everything else should go on for a good chunk of miles with some tlc.
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Post by fit4fifty on Aug 12, 2013 9:19:30 GMT
Man over machine... Wise words.
I know the 3 weeks I had of chasing my pal on his Specialized Tarmac set me in good stead for the T5a.
All fun and enjoyment so far...40k yesterday and some good climbs...
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Post by Radchenister on Aug 12, 2013 9:24:57 GMT
Talk is cheap, show us the Strava!
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