Fixed gear weenie build
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I was debating selling this bike but something told me to keep it and rebuild it in a weight weenie theme. I have no idea where this will end up but my last builds were so much fun i would post another one. The frame and fork is a 2010 Masi Speciale fixed Limited.
Its built with Reynolds 525 Steel and is very stiff and responsive. I actually love the road geometry vs track geometry and I like having brakes for those just in case( saved my rear more then once) occasions.
I had put it together before with left over parts and the cheap wheels and it came in at just under 20 pounds 9080 grams!!!
Here it was before
The main thing I am considering is keeping the steel fork. I was considering a carbon fork and it would be a Reynolds Quozo thats on my Lynskey. I think its around the 400-450g range and it has a grey stripe which would match perfectly.
Its built with Reynolds 525 Steel and is very stiff and responsive. I actually love the road geometry vs track geometry and I like having brakes for those just in case( saved my rear more then once) occasions.
I had put it together before with left over parts and the cheap wheels and it came in at just under 20 pounds 9080 grams!!!
Here it was before
The main thing I am considering is keeping the steel fork. I was considering a carbon fork and it would be a Reynolds Quozo thats on my Lynskey. I think its around the 400-450g range and it has a grey stripe which would match perfectly.
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
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Go for it!
If that is the frame I'm thinking of, it's definitely going to weigh you down.
Fork and wheels will be the main offenders. A TA chainring might also save a few g for not a lot of $.
If that is the frame I'm thinking of, it's definitely going to weigh you down.
Fork and wheels will be the main offenders. A TA chainring might also save a few g for not a lot of $.
100% keep the fork. Replace everything else.
I tore everything down and I had some really heavy stuff on there. Ill post all of the weights when I have more time. But the main thing is the weight of the frame and fork. Good grief! Is steel supposed to be this heavy?
Frame with the head set
Fork with race
Is this normal for steel?
Frame with the head set
Fork with race
Is this normal for steel?
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
Hi-end steel would be lighter. About 1500-1600gr for the frame and 600-700gr for the fork. Keep the frame and fork and do not spend a lot of money on this project IMHO.
Even though the frame-set weighs a lot, you can still get this thing pretty light.
In my signature there is a link for my weight weenie fixed gear build, check it out for some inspiration?
In my signature there is a link for my weight weenie fixed gear build, check it out for some inspiration?
I have thought about ditching this build but at the end of the day I really like this frameset, I like the way it rides and the overall performance. Im trying not to spend alot on this build and maybe have it around 17 pounds with the steel fork.
Here is the crank that was on it
and the replacement
Here is the crank that was on it
and the replacement
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
Cheap way to save some grams;
I'm assuming those are steel chainring bolts, *Get some alloy.
I'm assuming those are steel chainring bolts, *Get some alloy.
Werdna wrote:Cheap way to save some grams;
I'm assuming those are steel chainring bolts, *Get some alloy.
I know, but I wanted gold ones to match the brazing, 17 dollars plus freight, ouch. I may just do it since it will match the headset and chain I am ordering.
I could save some major weight in wheels but im not trying to spend the monet though. I will probably build a pair if linlin xr270's with Novatec 20/24 track hubs. Seems to be the cheapest weenie option
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
If you are located in the USA,
I would recommend Velocity rims vs Kinlin. The A23 is a good 25 grams lighter and they are great quality. Similar price as well.
You could save another 35grams per rim by switching to escape tubulars
I would recommend Velocity rims vs Kinlin. The A23 is a good 25 grams lighter and they are great quality. Similar price as well.
You could save another 35grams per rim by switching to escape tubulars
Werdna wrote:If you are located in the USA,
I would recommend Velocity rims vs Kinlin. The A23 is a good 25 grams lighter and they are great quality. Similar price as well.
You could save another 35grams per rim by switching to escape tubulars
Awesome info, Thanks a bunch. How are you liking the tubular set up. Im a little hesitant in going tubular. Afraid of expensive flats. Are your front hubs regular road hubs vs track hubs?
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
Its been a while since I have worked on this build. This is probably my slowest build ever lol. Its kind of fun taking my time and really looking at different options. I have come to appreciate the classic design of the frame and fork. i must say I have missed riding it and cant wait to give it a spin when its done.
Here are some updates
Old genaric seatpost
New Turner seat post Uncut, I did trim 60mm off of the post, net weight eneded up at 188 grams
Novatech Track hubs 20/24 hole
Here are some updates
Old genaric seatpost
New Turner seat post Uncut, I did trim 60mm off of the post, net weight eneded up at 188 grams
Novatech Track hubs 20/24 hole
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
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Looking good, can't wait to see the finished product
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This has been the slowest build I have ever done! But I did finish it the other day. I took some quick shots with my cell phone. I would have rode it but the seat collar pin broke and I haven't sourced one yet. But here she is
Weight thus far is 17lbs 12oz.
But the chain and brakes are from the old build and will be changed.
Weight thus far is 17lbs 12oz.
But the chain and brakes are from the old build and will be changed.
2011 Felt F5 Limited
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
2007 Lynskey Level 2
2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
2011 Felt F75
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