I bet it will go just fine, Denise! And $300 saved is nothing to scoff at -- just one of the many advantages of Bike Fridays. :)
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I bet it will go just fine, Denise! And $300 saved is nothing to scoff at -- just one of the many advantages of Bike Fridays. :)
We are home! Yipeeee!
The F'lite cases made it through the trip without a problem. Good thing we have luggage straps on them as the main lock on mine was unlatched. We don't lock it because it's not a TSA lock. One of our luggage straps is a TSA lock though so that's what we use.
Doesn't look like TSA opened them at all. If they did, they didn't leave the note that said "We rummaged through your stuff. Love, TSA" And everything was in the same order/condition we packed it in. Will assemble later tonight or tomorrow after my trail run.
Good to be home! Miss the bike love of Seattle already though!
Yay! I knew it would be just fine. Good! :)
Is the listed price for the Pocket Rocket Pro just the frame and fork? I should just call Bike Friday shouldn't I...
Most of the prices I've seen on their site are full bikes...
Well, the pocket rocket pro is fully custom, so I'm not sure how they set a price when there are any number of combinations of componenents. Maybe Tulip can fill me in :)
This bike decision is tormenting me! Part of me wants a caad10 so I can race on it in the spring. Part of me wants the bike friday for the freedom it gives me. Part of me wants a Ti bike for the comfort level. blargh!
Reesha-
What they usually do is put "stock" components in the price, and then you can go up from there. On the older version of their website, they would have several price points for each model with component options, and then you could modify from that starting place.
So, when I ordered my Crusoe (which was fully custom), I started with base components, and added component upgrades, different headset, generator hub, etc. I can't get to any of their model pages right now ("could not connect" error) to confirm that they haven't changed this - but if you'll point me to what you're looking at, I'm happy to take a look.
ETA: Folks have tried to buy frame/fork in the past, and Bike Friday has not wanted to do that. Their FAQ on Pricing says:
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What is included in the PRICE?
The price shown is for a base model, without any additional accessories or upgrades. Trailers and bags are not included in the price, and, unless noted in the specs, pedals and saddles are usually optional items not included in the price.
All prices shown are in United States dollars, do not include any shipping or import fees, and are subject to change at any time.
That's what BF did for us on our bikes. We gave them an "idea" of what we wanted, they said Pocket Crusoe and NWT and gave us the base price.
It all went up from there. ;-) But they did work with my budget and kept me on track.
I highly recommend you call BF directly. They are EXCELLENT on the phone. I spent a good 45 min on the phone with Dave discussing all the options and whys/hows. We had about 2-3 of those conversations over the course of a week. So they work with you very nicely.
Speaking of calling them, I need to email Dave and let him know how thrilled we are with the bikes.
My NWT should arrive sometime in the next week!!!!!
As far as ordering and price, I totally agree that a call is essential. My NWT is much cheaper than the generalized price on the site because I didn't need 24 speeds for the riding I planned to do (instead will have 8-speed nexus). On the other hand, I added a rack and fenders, etc. (even then bike was cheaper than listed price online)
I also had a good talk with Dave about what I needed because I was back-and-forth between the Tikit and NWT and in the end, I really feel that I got the perfect bike for my needs. He asked questions I never would have thought of and was not out to bleed me of my $$ - if I already had something on hand (like my MKS Lambda pedals, my Brooks saddle) he suggested I use those instead of buying different, etc. Each question he had came with an explanation of the options, cost differential, and pros and cons of getting something. He wasn't trying to hard-sell special costly colors, accessories, etc. Heck, he didn't even bring that up - I did! (I went with standard cream soda blue which was free) It was very friendly and warm.
Reesha, what size are you? My DH has a barely used Pocket Rocket Pro sitting in the case. He used it traveling for about 2 years and rode it maybe 2 times at home. He rides a 52 cm on his regular bike and it was custom designed for those specs (he had a Trek 5500 when he bought the Friday). It has high end components. It's a double, with really low gears.
Kerry - did your NWT come yet?
My NWT is scheduled for delivery TOMORROW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D
Not sure if I'll get to ride right away though - we are in dangerous hot temps here in West Central IL (along with so many others, I know) - tomorrow is supposed to be 97 with heat indices in the 120s - add that with the humidity and it makes, literally, a killer combination. I may try to get out to get around the block if nothing else.
Hip, hip hooray!!!!! :D:D:D:D:DQuote:
Originally Posted by Kerry1976
Even if you can't ride it yet, please take pics so we can see it!!
:eek::eek::D:D:p;):eek::eek: Awesome!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Kerry1976
THIS is why I got the heck out of IL! (Born and raised Chicago area/subs, college in Peoria) IL is either way too cold or too damn hot! (add to that it's as flat as a pancake and well....yawn....off to Hawaii I went!)Quote:
Originally Posted by Kerry1976
Take lots of pics of it packed! You will need it for reference later!
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Def plan to take pics, and if I can get pedals and a seat on, I'm going to ride, even if just around the building, ASAP. :)
My NWT is here! Just arrived via Fed Ex! Is in a box in the back of my car. Can't wait to get off work so I can go home and open it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Just bring it in to work and start putting it together. Surely they won't mind. It *IS* a Bike Friday, after all. Don't they know how exciting that is??? :D
Can't wait to see pics of it!
Aghghghg! The suspense!!!
Congratulations! Can't wait for the photos.
Welcome to the Bike Friday family. :p
Attached is a photo of the basic assembly of the bike. Even though it was 100 degrees with indices in the 115 range, I had to at least ride it around the block! It was amazing but I definitely will have to get used to the Nexus 8-speed internal - it grip shifts just like my 7-speed Trek but in the OPPOSITE direction! A big difference indeed!
I took a break and then tackled the fenders. I don't yet have a picture with those on, but they are lovely!
I was a crescent wrench and brainpower short of getting the back rack on. Once I find a wrench I am going to work on that. The directions have me a little confused and I haven't yet figured out the back fender mounts and the rack mounts overlap or not, but I'll get it soon!
MTA: I need to add, I had to do a little more assembly than I expected and I am glad. I feel like it gave me a chance to better understand how this bike (and bikes in general) work. But in the grand scheme of things, the amount of assembly was pretty minimal considering the bike folds so the chain, etc. was already on and good to go.
it's BEE-YOU-TIFUL!!!!! WOO HOO!!!! Can't wait to see it all decked out! Congrats!!!
Ohhh! Love the blue! Very nice!
Ok, is it just me or do you HATE the breaks? Ugh! I finally took Ketchup to my LBS and told them to give me some breathing room on the brake pads. They rub all the time and no amount of adjusting on my end could remedy the situation. And they were soooo hard to connect if you have to take the wheels off. I am spoiled by my road bike brakes.
Okay, here are the "finished" picks of my new BF.
Tonight I plan to take a ride (even though it will be super hot). Looking forward to it!
MTA: i am not completely sold on the rack. we'll see how I like it after some rides
Yes! It looks fantastic all set up!!!! Sooo pretty!!!! :D
What don't you love about the rack, BTW?
That is one big *** trunk! LOL!
Which rack is that? We got the BF folding rack and while it's heavy, it's pretty sturdy.
Did you put the nametag on your bike or did BF? Ours just came in a bag and we don't know where to put them. ;-) I guess they didn't know which bike was which. hahaha.
Aren't those fenders a bear to put on?! Not fun with shipping.
Love the Brook's!
I'm not sure what it is about the rack I'm not sure of, so maybe its just me being weird. I think it was that I wanted the folding rack and didn't get it. They didn't mess up, I did. But, I don't want to pay the difference for a folding rack - I'm cash poor right now (for obvious reasons!). I also kinda like the look of the bike better without the rack. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by hulagirl
My nameplate came already on, but I bet you are right - they didn't want to mount on the wrong bike for your order.
I had planned to ride tonight but it is nearly 100 degrees and we are still in a heat warning. UGH. And I'm going away for the weekend. May still try if the heat drops a little tonight, but may be having to wait until Sunday or Monday. :(
I did it! I finished the post, sat for about 2 minutes and couldn't stand it anymore. I rode 3.6 miles, on a couple of city roads, over fairly smooth railroad tracks, then over very rough railroad tracks, and ended with the last .75 miles or so on a highway. This bike is amazing, excellent, wonderful. Had the fun and somewhat upright feel (reminding me of my Trek Pure - pure fun) and yet I could go much faster with much less work. It was 100 degrees out and I wasn't pushing it yet I still went 12.25 mi/hr including stopping at one intersection. Heck, even had less stops than would normally on this route - like the Bike God was smiling. And, considering it has been a good 6 weeks since I've ridden a bike AT ALL, I felt pretty good.
Yipppee!!!!!!
Yay!! So glad you had a good first ride!
Me too! It was so different than my first ride on the road bike I had, where I spent most of the time terrified. I had fun but was testing skills at the same time. My Trek Pure was all fun but so SLOW. This was a perfect combination.Quote:
Originally Posted by Blueberry
That's one sweet-looking Bike Friday. Congratulations! :)
Just ordering these for my wife and one for me. Wanted to get our regular compact drop bars which is the FSA Wing Compact. They are as compact as the 3T. So, does that mean, that we can pack the bike without using a split handle bar?Quote:
Originally Posted by hulagirl
Really confused about the bar for these bikes, and would appreciate any help.
Wow, super looking bikes. Especially together. Are those Planet Bike fenders with stays?Quote:
Originally Posted by hulagirl
Wow, just reached here and these bikes look absolutely fantastic. Congratulations.Quote:
Originally Posted by hulagirl
Are those Planet Bike fenders with stays?
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Originally Posted by emily_in_nc
Nice. Love the white ones, but they cost more I guess.
Are those BF fenders? Heard that they have a single bolt attachment without stays? Do they flap around?
Which handlebar is that? Is it a split bar?
I'm not the original poster but....
Bike Friday is running a special with a "color of the week" through the rest of the year. White is a free upgrade if ordered on 12/9.
Fenders from them are single bolt, and I'll probably replace mine with another manufacturer at some point. I've not had problems, but I don't use them all of the time.
Bike Friday can split any handlebar that is the appropriate diameter - and all of the bars on their folding bikes are split.
Hulagirl is using the 3T bar which is the oversized one and not the 1" clamp size. Also, she gave the impression that her bar was not split, so was wondering.
Thanks for the thumbs up on the colour of the week.
Also, do you find the split bar 'solid'?
I'm 99% sure Emily's bar is split (the white bike in your post I replied to). I've been having trouble finding a short/shallow enough bar to make me happy that is the small diameter. That's cool if they've got an alternate clamp for larger bars. Every one I've seen in person has been split, though. I think packing would be difficult with a single piece bar.Quote:
Originally Posted by deepakvrao
No issues with the bar moving or feeling any different from a regular bar. I don't think about it until I pack the bike.
I thought that the yellow and red bikes have standard 3T bars and not split. Have PMed Hulagirl for the details.
Happy to hear that the split bars 'feel' normal.