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Recommendations for disc brake framesets

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  • September 15, 2016 at 4:16 pm #26279
    paulrattew

    So, 2 weeks ago I was on my bike and got hit by a van. I got off pretty lightly – shattered talus bone in my right ankle (which means I’m facing 12 weeks of it being non-weight bearing). My bike, on the other hand, was not so lucky. 

    Seat stay sheared apart, big crack in the down tube, and a crack in the seat tube. Happily, all the stuff hanging on the frame (wheels, handlebars, drivetrain etc) somehow escaped damage. 

    I’m therefore in the market for a new disc brake road bike frame set. I’m tempted to just get a straight replacement – Rose Xeon CDX – as the bike was super lightweight for a disc brake bike (less than 7.5kg) and was fast and comfortable. But, it’s always good to see what else is out there. So, any recommendations?

     

     

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  • September 15, 2016 at 8:30 pm #878255
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    CXR94Di2

    I hope you make a speedy
    I hope you make a speedy recovery, talus/ calcaneus can have major implications to mobility/balance. Rest and recover. Don’t be too shocked of the atrophy in the calf/thigh, it will come back given time and strength work. Do your physio religously and listen to your body. I suffered a fractured calcaneus, 18 months later I can walk normally and cycle fine, but can’t stand for more than 10 mins or next day I am agony and need to rest.

    September 15, 2016 at 7:08 pm #878253
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    Griff500

    The Rose is undoubtedly cheap

    The Rose is undoubtedly cheap and light. 6 months ago I found myself torn between the cdx and Focus Cayo Disc, which also offers good value. I eventually went a different route and bought a rim braked Addict, and with Ultegra brakes I personally don’t need discs. I love the Addict to bits, and for 2017 there is a disc version for those who don’t mind the extra weight and money, also a disc frameset. Being a Rose owner I sense you like something outwith the big 4, so I suggest you check out the Cayo and Addict.

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