Pictures of the R5 build
Yesterday I finished the R5 build at Cycling Concepts in Rocky Hill after my R3 was hit from behind crushing the rear wheel, and damaging the frame at the rear seat stays. I decided to move up one level to the R5 because the frame was in Celtic Green, and I did not have to wait until October to get the new one. Changing color schemes meant that I had to change a few parts as well, which made the build a bit more money, but tied the bike together nicely. Love the new look
I still have one or two more changes to go, as my pedals are still red which clash a bit, I am going to look into getting a rebuild kit or used black pair of Zero's so round out the look. I also have to get new cams for the brakes, but they will due and are more long term changes.
After the build I went for a short 10 mile ride, and found a couple of fit changes I need. I had to tip the nose down on my saddle a bit, and level the bars, Done and Done. The one thing that worries me though is the bottom bracket made a bit clunk when I stood up and laid the weight to the pedals. This could be due to the bb being a bit loose, but more likely the BB needs to be press in a bit more. I will take it back into CC today for this fix.
It is raining out today, so I will have to wait to check it on the road until Monday morning. I a later ride on Monday after shop hours, and then ride a moderate ride 20-30 miles to check for any other adjustments before embarking on my Shop ride on Tuesday, and long ride Wednesday...
Wish me luck!
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