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12-03-2006, 06:40 AM #1
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My new Orbea
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She has finally arrived in the mountains of NC!!! Will be adding a pink seat soon. Unfortunately for us tall girls - the Diva in pink and black is too small of a frame - so here is the guy frame with as much pink as I can think to add. Anyone know of any pink tires???
Debi
First ride update: Rides like a dream - nice and stiff, but comfortable - easy transitions with climbing in and out of saddle. Crisp shifting - good power transfer with climbing. Descends great!!
Details I did not have time to post this morning: SRAM, Compact crank, 34/50 and 11/26, Reynold carbon ergo bars, Ksyrium ES wheels, 54 cm frame.Last edited by Gowest; 06-27-2010 at 05:53 PM.
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12-03-2006, 06:47 AM #2
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12-03-2006, 07:11 AM #3
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TE carries the Schwalbe Stelvio in pink. I had them on one of my workhorse bikes and they were great. I wore them out so I just replaced them with armadillos. The pink looked great w/my bright blue bike, so I'm thinking they will look great with your new beauty. By the way, I saw the Diva version of that bike in pink and was sorely tempted. Luckily, my stable is full. You've done good with the pink accents, though. ENJOY! Think NO SNOW so you can ride all winter.
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12-03-2006, 07:13 AM #4
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Gorgeous bike even though it has pink all over it! Not a Pink fan.
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12-03-2006, 07:18 AM #5
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Its too late now, but if you ever need a new headset chris king makes one in pink. I have also seen headset covers and bar end covers in pink (in the terry catlogue) and I presume you are awaiting a terry butterfly donna saddle in pink. BTW Schealbe stelvios are my tire of choice (for performance not color) so I highly recommend them. A great light high pressure tire that is still quite flat resistant, rolls real nice. You could also pick up a pink under the seat bag (check terry catalogue). Beaturiful bike! We expect a full ride report. Please specify your size, as geometry and handling can vary a lot with size (more of a problem for us shorter gals!).
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12-03-2006, 07:20 AM #6
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WOW! What a pretty bike. Should be a sweet ride! Enjoy!
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12-03-2006, 08:43 AM #7
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I just fainted...
Beautiful thing.
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12-03-2006, 08:49 AM #8
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That's a beautiful bike. And the pink accents you have added enhance its beauty. Enjoy your new ride!
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12-03-2006, 08:54 AM #9
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Very nice! congratulations!
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12-03-2006, 08:59 AM #10
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I like to see people using creativity with their new bikes.
Congrats and many miles to you!
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12-03-2006, 10:50 AM #11
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ooooooo- beautiful bike! So very pretty!
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12-03-2006, 11:15 AM #12
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I have been admiring the new Orbeas in pics. They are so kewl!
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12-03-2006, 12:40 PM #13
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Absolutely gorgeous.
I love the colours, sweet.
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12-03-2006, 01:02 PM #14
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Gorgeous- congratulations!
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12-04-2006, 09:21 AM #15
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Beautiful!
How about adding pink cables?I'd rather be swimming...biking...running...and eating cheesecake...
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