unicyclification said:I'm not set on anything yet for sure, just tossing around some ideas.
Even though a lot of people on this forum have commented about how
awful the V2 frame looks, I really like the look of it while I loathe
the Nimbus frame. I would have a hard time purchasing the Nimbus 36"
without taking it immediately to get it re-powder-coated anything but
light blue. The design doesn't turn me on either, although I know it
is well-designed for stability. It's just not my thing. I would
consider the Big One before the Nimbus, but still prefer the design of
the V2 to the Big One by a long shot. But then I want the 36-spoke rim
rather than the 48-spoke rim that comes with the Cokers. It just
doesn't seem like I'm going to get quite what I'm looking for unless I
do it myself. The extra 731 grams weight (1.61 lbs) of the V2 over the
Nimbus frame is unappealing, but those who have commented on the V2 so
far have not had anything bad to say about the extra weight,
so....still have to give it some thought.
That is EXACTLY why I went with the V2. I prefer the look of the V2
over the Nimbus frame. I don’t like the light blue, either. However, I
did hear that UDC is coming out with a new color choice very soon. So,
you’ll have to consider that, too. I’m not too excited about the 48
spokes or the button tire, but it’s not that bad. I guess if I were
planning on doing centuries every week or so, then I would probably
switch out the rim with my airfoil rim and TA. We’ll see what Coker has
to offer with their new XLR tire. I tend to ride no more than 30-40
miles at a time. I’m also not too excited over the New Big One. It’s
really nice that it is a “whole” 3lbs lighter than the V2, but I wanted
a different look and I’m a little concerned about the aluminum frame.
Obviously, I’m biased, but I would say for the money and for the
design, I would go for the V2 over the Nimbus. I’ll try and give you an
exact weight comparison (between the Coker Deluxe with the Airfoil rim
and the V2) later on today if I get over to the bike store. Good luck
on your decision. I’m sure you’ll be happy with either one. I don’t
think there is a bad choice!
Shannon
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