I was about to ask the same thing - why? Thanks for the answer. I run 140's and think they are wonderful but I live in Texas and my biggest downhill last about 45 seconds.ergott wrote: ↑Wed Jun 06, 2018 3:01 pmIn mountaineous terrain you have repeated heavy braking and a smaller rotor is more prone to fade. I also prefer the stopping power. I had the same bike that started out with 140 and I swapped it out. I noticed the improvement right away. For flatter courses and pro tour rider weights I'm sure 140 is fine.
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I'm guessing its just an optical illusion... I'd be willing to guess that the front edge is actually flat/straight but it appears as if its angling forward because the rear edge is getting narrower as you get out to the end. This is the way the S-Works Aerofly bars are on 1st gen. Venge.MRM wrote: ↑Thu Jun 14, 2018 1:47 pm
Does anyone know why the bars are angled at the tops the way they are? Would seem to cause your elbows to move outwards away from the body when riding in the tops and be both aesthetically as well as aerodynamically worse. I'd guess it's more aero in the hoods and drops, but maybe someone has more info or an idea.
I talked to my local Specialized dealer this morning and they believe (but can not confirm) the new Venge might be available as early as end of July. But don’t be surprised if they’ll be as hard to get a hold of as the new Tarmac SL6 Disc has been.
They also said that they believe the new Venge will come equipped with Roval CLX 50 wheels instead of the CLX 64 that was “part of the aerodynamic” package with the previous gen Venge Vias. Why? Because the cut out in the down tube is no more and so the frame is not as dependent on a specific type of wheelset in order to be as efficient as possible.
And finally weight. All speculation of course but they reckon the bike need to shed 700-800g compared to the previous gen in order to be “competetative”. So closer to 7kg for a complete.
They also said that they believe the new Venge will come equipped with Roval CLX 50 wheels instead of the CLX 64 that was “part of the aerodynamic” package with the previous gen Venge Vias. Why? Because the cut out in the down tube is no more and so the frame is not as dependent on a specific type of wheelset in order to be as efficient as possible.
And finally weight. All speculation of course but they reckon the bike need to shed 700-800g compared to the previous gen in order to be “competetative”. So closer to 7kg for a complete.
All of that sounds great. Only niggle I have is, I'd love my bike to be able to get to 6.8kg and it is great if the new Venge does, but it just doesn't look special anymore. I think the first gen Venge Vias looks like a space ship compared to regular bikes and while it's certainly a love or hate thing, I love the look of it. The only other bike that I like as much or more in terms of looks is a Pinarello Dogma F10 with 60mm wheels.
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We must be in the minority that love the spaceship looksMRM wrote:All of that sounds great. Only niggle I have is, I'd love my bike to be able to get to 6.8kg and it is great if the new Venge does, but it just doesn't look special anymore. I think the first gen Venge Vias looks like a space ship compared to regular bikes and while it's certainly a love or hate thing, I love the look of it. The only other bike that I like as much or more in terms of looks is a Pinarello Dogma F10 with 60mm wheels.
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We don't even need official confirmatoin. It will be annouced before TDF with press camp already done or to be held soon, having seen them out in full force for two WT races already. Sagan or Gaviria will get a win on it in TDF. That's the script. At least they need to that curb whatever left of ViAS's notorious reputation.
I’m liking the breadth of colours and styles they have for the tarmac so I hope they do come out with more than just the 2 colours especially with a broader canvas
Downside with the additional surface area is you’ll maybe need more paint making it heavier
Downside with the additional surface area is you’ll maybe need more paint making it heavier
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I'd imagine that the press camp has already happened... the owner of my LBS was out in Boulder, CO last week, riding "something new". He wasn't allowed to show any pics.
Do you think the introduction of Venge and Madone represents the final specification of UCI rules of disc brake for 2019 racing?
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It's all good, man. Living the life less ordinary isn't for everyone!Nefarious86 wrote: ↑Tue Jun 19, 2018 11:13 amWe must be in the minority that love the spaceship looksMRM wrote:All of that sounds great. Only niggle I have is, I'd love my bike to be able to get to 6.8kg and it is great if the new Venge does, but it just doesn't look special anymore. I think the first gen Venge Vias looks like a space ship compared to regular bikes and while it's certainly a love or hate thing, I love the look of it. The only other bike that I like as much or more in terms of looks is a Pinarello Dogma F10 with 60mm wheels.
That doesn't really make sense. I'm no fan of the Vias but it's got plenty of TdF and other GT wins under its belt. Not to mention a World Champs.
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Mine should be here this week. Couldn't resist trying one in disc now my rim brake one has gone to a new home.MRM wrote:It's all good, man. Living the life less ordinary isn't for everyone!Nefarious86 wrote: ↑Tue Jun 19, 2018 11:13 amWe must be in the minority that love the spaceship looksMRM wrote:All of that sounds great. Only niggle I have is, I'd love my bike to be able to get to 6.8kg and it is great if the new Venge does, but it just doesn't look special anymore. I think the first gen Venge Vias looks like a space ship compared to regular bikes and while it's certainly a love or hate thing, I love the look of it. The only other bike that I like as much or more in terms of looks is a Pinarello Dogma F10 with 60mm wheels.
Because the interwebs latched onto the initial issues with braking that were sorted out (never had an issue with mine, the riser bar did create a small amount of cable drag if you cut the inners short) and then people who didnt fit them insisted on riding around with 50mm of spacers giraffe style.wingguy wrote:That doesn't really make sense. I'm no fan of the Vias but it's got plenty of TdF and other GT wins under its belt. Not to mention a World Champs.
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