James Hodson <
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> On Wed, 23 Apr 2003 22:54:36 +0100, "AC" <
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> >Any info/opinions appreciated
> >
> >Specifically, I'm interested in the 'Replica 3' (see www.orbea.co.uk)
> >
> >They seem like a manufacturer that offers good value for money whilst still allowing some degree
> >of customisation (?)
> >
>
> Hi AC
>
> I bought an el-cheapo Orbea Larrau (about £400 incl SPDs)
>
<http://homepage.ntlworld.com/c.butty/Larrau.jpg> (but with a triple chainset) about one year ago.
> (My memory's not the best, but I think it was about one year ago.)
>
> Apart from being knocked off the bike by an errant kidlet (ripped bar tape, bent front wheel and
> several X-rays to my spine and neck) I've had absolutely no trouble with the bike at all. In these
> warmer months I use the bike as my regular transport rather than my rigid Trek MTB(ish) steed.
> Indeed, considering the speed of my crash, the damage to the front wheel was very slight - perhaps
> a sign of good wheel building and overall quality. I wish I could say the same about my body ;-)
>
> I had to replace the saddle as it was too soft but that's a personal choice anyway. Having said
> that, I'd guess that as the Replica 3 costs over twice the price of my bike it could well come
> with a more suitable perch.
>
> I'm one of the world's worst when it comes to handywork or customisation so I cannot really
> comment on that part of your query.
>
> (double chainset); from what I hear he's pleased with his bike too.
>
> Just don't ride it like Roberto Laiseka too often
>
<http://homepage.ntlworld.com/c.butty/Laiseka.jpg>
>
> James
Bought a Larrau as an entry bike about a year ago and still love it very much. Have had no problems
with it, not even any retightening of gears. I got it for 300 quid from my local shop in Ewell.
I thought it was best value for money bike I could afford at the time, and i'm sure it will keep me
happy for a while yet.
Andy
