Factor LS

The spirit of Grav-lo-cross. No but seriously, cyclocross and gravel go here!

Moderator: Moderator Team

Post Reply
shiiiison
Posts: 46
Joined: Sat Oct 31, 2020 3:31 pm

by shiiiison

The rumor is end of February.

gwerziou
Posts: 347
Joined: Wed Feb 20, 2019 7:25 pm
Location: Ballard, WA

by gwerziou

In regards to ther changes, I hope not. I asked if the frame would still work with 1x and 2x mechanical but he didn't respond outright, although he did say that complete bikes with Ekar would be available end of month.
• A hi-zoot bike, pretty sweet
• An old bike, more fun than the new one actually
• Unicycle, no brand name visible

by Weenie


Visit starbike.com Online Retailer for HighEnd cycling components
Great Prices ✓    Broad Selection ✓    Worldwide Delivery ✓

www.starbike.com



req110
Posts: 866
Joined: Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:23 am

by req110

For certain period of time I thought about keeping gravel bike and switching wheelsets. But I can't optically stand the look of gravel bike with tire clearance, longer chainstays and narrow road wheels.

Image
Image
SW SL8 RTP 56cm @ 9270 / CLX II / CS OSPW / CEMA BB
S Epic 8 L @ XX T-Type / Berg Ratheberg 30 / Quarq / Fox Transfer SL 100mm / 3p

User avatar
cerro
Posts: 1958
Joined: Fri May 12, 2006 2:11 pm
Location: Malmö, Sweden
Contact:

by cerro

I think it looks great with roadtires. Used one for both last year, got a bit tired of changing wheels even without needing to adjust anything so got a cheap roadbike too. Regret that as the roadbike just didn't feel as good as the LS on road ;)

Tifosiphil
Posts: 359
Joined: Wed Nov 14, 2018 11:09 pm

by Tifosiphil

I thought the same Req110 but I'm not just looking at faster slightly wider tyres, probably going to run the 30mm Corsa Controls or 36mm Strade Biance's to fill the space a little

Vik61
Posts: 65
Joined: Sat Sep 03, 2016 5:55 am
Location: Russia

by Vik61

I just ordered a new Factor LS frameset. Two new different colors, same geometry, T47 bb, non clean look (no cables through stem and headset).
3-4 month (I hope) and it should arrived to me.
Canyon Grizl
Trek Supercaliber

kode54
Posts: 3748
Joined: Tue May 23, 2006 9:39 pm

by kode54

I don't see the new LS on their website. What's the 2 new colors?
- Factor Ostro VAM Disc
- Factor LS Disc
- Specialized Aethos Disc
- Sturdy Ti Allroad Disc
- Guru Praemio R Disc

gwerziou
Posts: 347
Joined: Wed Feb 20, 2019 7:25 pm
Location: Ballard, WA

by gwerziou

Vik61 wrote:
Mon Feb 07, 2022 5:52 pm
I just ordered a new Factor LS frameset. Two new different colors, same geometry, T47 bb, non clean look (no cables through stem and headset).
3-4 month (I hope) and it should arrived to me.
Got any images?
• A hi-zoot bike, pretty sweet
• An old bike, more fun than the new one actually
• Unicycle, no brand name visible

Vik61
Posts: 65
Joined: Sat Sep 03, 2016 5:55 am
Location: Russia

by Vik61

Sorry, guys, I have no photo! Awaiting for official presentetion at marth 2022.
Canyon Grizl
Trek Supercaliber

Hoven
Posts: 146
Joined: Mon Mar 04, 2013 7:30 am
Location: Sweden

by Hoven

New colors up on the website. But nothing about T47?

zmjones
Posts: 182
Joined: Wed Oct 25, 2017 4:55 am
Contact:

by zmjones

looks like fender mounts are gone?

req110
Posts: 866
Joined: Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:23 am

by req110

Hehe, that would make sense, since Factor support is not able to suggest which direct mount fenders should you get, and suggesting velcro based SKS Speedrocker instead... (i have scratched my paintwork with those).

The green paintwork looks nice.

The blue/beige looks like front face of petrol station.

Section about bottom bracket mentions this

"Using our own asymmetric press fit bottom bracket design ensures that the LS has exceptional power transfer while keeping the weight down. The CeramicSpeed bearings that come standard enhance the smoothness and efficiency of the ride."
SW SL8 RTP 56cm @ 9270 / CLX II / CS OSPW / CEMA BB
S Epic 8 L @ XX T-Type / Berg Ratheberg 30 / Quarq / Fox Transfer SL 100mm / 3p

gwerziou
Posts: 347
Joined: Wed Feb 20, 2019 7:25 pm
Location: Ballard, WA

by gwerziou

I wonder if they simply haven't updated the text?
• A hi-zoot bike, pretty sweet
• An old bike, more fun than the new one actually
• Unicycle, no brand name visible

req110
Posts: 866
Joined: Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:23 am

by req110

Did 2021 came with ceramic speed bb?
SW SL8 RTP 56cm @ 9270 / CLX II / CS OSPW / CEMA BB
S Epic 8 L @ XX T-Type / Berg Ratheberg 30 / Quarq / Fox Transfer SL 100mm / 3p

moonoi
Posts: 663
Joined: Sat Nov 21, 2015 3:04 pm
Location: Earth

by moonoi

req110 wrote:Did 2021 came with ceramic speed bb?
Mine did

Sent from my SM-F711B using Tapatalk


by Weenie


Visit starbike.com Online Retailer for HighEnd cycling components
Great Prices ✓    Broad Selection ✓    Worldwide Delivery ✓

www.starbike.com



Post Reply