BMC TMR01

[oskeres]

It isn't a WW, but it is a rocket.

[plpete]

I dig but where is the rest of the girls? Proper stem slammage too! What was the final weight with the SRM + build list? Also, tell us about the ride. I heard it's a super fast bike but comfort becomes an issue on longer rides.

[dereksmalls]

Looks rather pro! You're not are you? Man, those shoes look uncomfortable. Do you always employ models to hold your bikes for photos?

[btompkins0112]

Tires are mounted incorrectly

Nice rig.....where'd you get the chicks to hold your bike?


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[oskeres]

Ride quality is wicked fast. When power is applied, the frame feels very well locked together. The bottom bracket is certainly the stiffest I have ever riden so far. It isn't a feather weight but it does climb well. I hope to have the final weight sometime when I can get a scale, but it isn't unreasonably heavy. I race ITU triathlon (draft legal Olympic distance) which have relatively flat courses thus I'm not too worried about saving every gram. The draw back that a lot of people have said is that it is harsh and it is true. With the stiffness comes every little bump of the road. With that said though, I don't think it feels uncomfortable and I have yet to feel any negative effects on my rides from it.

Brakes do suck... but even changing brake pads the standard way (taking everything off) only took about 10-15 min. I have a few ideas bouncing around in my head on how to make the process easier. We'll see if it works.

The ladies are pretty nice.

[ultyguy]

ok ok, you win bada$$ award on many fronts

love that ride, so droolworthy!

[dereksmalls]

Brakes do suck... but even changing brake pads the standard way (taking everything off) only took about 10-15 min. I have a few ideas bouncing around in my head on how to make the process easier. We'll see if it works.

Interesting. Other people I have spoken to that have one of these think the brakes are awesome. Take a bit to get used to the power but stop really well.

I often wonder why you don't see more people in ITU events riding aero road bikes. Hardly any in the events I've seen.

[kikkie]

Could you give a little more detail on the cockpit maybe? Possebly some pictures?

love the bike, Do you have a roadbike for training aswell?

[TrekUk]

Can we have pictures of your bike and not somebody elses?

[plpete]

TrekUk, why would you say that? What makes the bike not his? I doubt he has any reason to lie about a bike he owns. Or maybe because it's not a Trek

Straight from the man's twitter:
Derek Oskutis ‏@derekoskutis 18h
This is how you introduce a new sponsor. Thank you #BMC for the sweet ride. Everyone else, take notes. http://instagram.com/p/cUS2FirClh/

Oskeres, ride the wheels off that thing and best of luck with your ITU training!

[Geoff]

Ok, they're nice...

[hornedfrog]

Woah, someone has a great photo of their high end bike and a low post count? Must not be theirs! -sarcasm
Can we be respectful here please? Such a harsh accusation.

But seriously, awesome build. I like how the subtle red accents on the wheels and tires tie it all together. That must be one fast, solid machine!

[Pantani]

Nice build - inc the refugees from the Addicted to Love video.

[jbaillie]

Hah, not the first time TrekUK has gotten his panties in a bunch. Derek is, in fact, a real triathlete AND a United States Navy Veteran.

[FIJIGabe]

No offense, but I'm going to knock you for only posting half the picture. C'mon man!

BTW, beautiful bike, and above all, thanks for your service.