New Build 2016 S-Works Venge ViAS

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^ That was one of the reasons I asked. I had the opportunity to go to the HQ right after the launch and talk with Chris and Cam about the design, etc. There was clearly some exploration of a more integrated design, but I figured it was shelved to the crazy number of sku's needed for all the bar options.

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looks great dude! if on par with your other builds, will be great!

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BeeSeeBee wrote:^ That was one of the reasons I asked. I had the opportunity to go to the HQ right after the launch and talk with Chris and Cam about the design, etc. There was clearly some exploration of a more integrated design, but I figured it was shelved to the crazy number of sku's needed for all the bar options.


Yeah, I wished I could get a hold of one of those, or have them build me a 125mm/+0mm version. I'm probably not important enough though. haha

I took here out for a quick night ride last night.

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So, I changed the pulley wheels to Acer Ceramic, I installed the Ti brake pad holder bolts, swapped the locking Specialized bar end plugs, to Fizik and removed the swat tool, and I'm at 7160g(15.78lbs). Not much else I can do aside from removing the SWAT tool mount, a seatpost combo, and the handlebar bolts I am waiting on. I do plan to do some dremeling on the current saddle, but mostly for aesthetic, although it may save a few grams.

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Looks great. I would stick with current cables or ti. I recommend not using power cord which fray easily at brake area and derailleur if you do any sort of adjustment with pinch bolts

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mike wrote:Looks great. I would stick with current cables or ti. I recommend not using power cord which fray easily at brake area and derailleur if you do any sort of adjustment with pinch bolts


Thanks for the input. I'll look into the Ti cables.

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Awesome bike! In fact the only decent VIAS I'm aware of.

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Dr.Dos wrote:Awesome bike! In fact the only decent VIAS I'm aware of.


There are two bikes here. DartanianX's bike is similar with a few different parts, and a 56cm where mine is a 54cm.

DartanianX what wheels are those? That pic is great!

I just picked up some CLX64 Clincher, and I traded my 404 Tubulars for 808FC Tubulars. I'll have to take some new pics soon. The CLX's with Turbo Cottons have been a great combo lately.

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Here is a new one for y'all from last week's night ride.

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Some of yours, CLX 40's.

Awaiting the arrival of the ROVAL x HED collaboration in something shallower than a CLX 64.

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Both bikes are looking awesome. Nice rigs guys!

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DartanianX wrote:Some of yours, CLX 40's.

Awaiting the arrival of the ROVAL x HED collaboration in something shallower than a CLX 64.

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Looking good. I thought they might be the new 2016 CLX40's. I've really been digging the 64's. Just got back from a nice ride on them. CLX64+Turbo Cotton=LOVE!

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Finally a couple of nice outside shots.

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ProfessorChaos wrote:
DartanianX wrote:Some of yours, CLX 40's.

Awaiting the arrival of the ROVAL x HED collaboration in something shallower than a CLX 64.

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Looking good. I thought they might be the new 2016 CLX40's. I've really been digging the 64's. Just got back from a nice ride on them. CLX64+Turbo Cotton=LOVE!


Damn those Turbo Cottons look good! I'd probably only change the big ring and all text to black. awesome bike!

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