The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete

Oct 31, 18 17:01

Post #1 of 40 (6748 views)

Firstly, thanks to all those on this forum that gave me some great advice. And to those in my local tri/road community also. Could not be happier with the final product.
Specs:
2014 Series 7 Trek SC (second hand and re-sprayed by a mate who sprays cars for a living)
Ron Rear Disc and Bont Aelous front (have rear also)
Vittoria Corsa Speed Tyres
Scram 52T front chain ring, 11-28 on back
Sram Force mid range cage
Tri Rig Omega and Alpha X bars
3T ski bends
KCNC bolts throughout
Pro Aerofuel TT Saddle
Sram Running gear
K-Edge Garmin Mount

I have not ridden it yet, or fitted it so no feedback unfortunately. But frothing to get out there on her.

Thanks again for those that had input!

Note: Yes, i know the rear mech cable is too long! Once dialed in, will get it chopped.

Last edited by: TakeYourTime: Oct 31, 18 17:02

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 17:11

Post #2 of 40 (6723 views)

That's sharp. Love the attention to detail

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [jjstains] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 17:20

Post #3 of 40 (6699 views)

Many thanks!

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 17:31

Post #4 of 40 (6658 views)

I like it..very nice bike

I just can’t seem to get used to using only one shifter in my setup...I have the R2C version...and they are comfortable...and basically part of my hand-rest...so I just leave the left one on there...

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 17:41

Post #5 of 40 (6629 views)

Super clean build! I love it!

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 17:51

Post #6 of 40 (6590 views)

Slick setup.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [zooropa] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 17:52

Post #7 of 40 (6590 views)

Yeah, I thought that initially, but only having placed it on the trainer to play with, it doesn't seem too bad atm. However time will tell.

Last edited by: TakeYourTime: Oct 31, 18 17:53

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 18:56

Post #8 of 40 (6452 views)

TakeYourTime wrote:

Yeah, I thought that initially, but only having placed it on the trainer to play with, it doesn't seem too bad atm. However time will tell.

I ended up leaving the left shifter in place on my 1x. I tightened the friction screw until it wouldn't move. Feels more natural having both to hang on to when working it. I like to hook my pinky around the shifter lever.

Looks very nice! Like the color.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 19:17

Post #9 of 40 (6395 views)

Nice color choices. Makes it look very simple with a really functional flair. The TriRigs sure make a clean cockpit and front end.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 19:21

Post #10 of 40 (6386 views)

Would you mind sharing what your friend did to prep the frame for paint?

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [turningscrews] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 19:42

Post #11 of 40 (6333 views)

TBH... I couldn't tell you. He is doing my helmet and the speed box atm (matte black like the seat post), so i can ask and get back to you.

Last edited by: TakeYourTime: Oct 31, 18 19:43

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Oct 31, 18 21:47

Post #12 of 40 (6214 views)

I love it, very slippery indeed.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [zooropa] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 2:34

Post #13 of 40 (6082 views)

zooropa wrote:

I like it..very nice bike

I just can’t seem to get used to using only one shifter in my setup...I have the R2C version...and they are comfortable...and basically part of my hand-rest...so I just leave the left one on there...

I have eTap and left both my mechanical shifters on for the same reason

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Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [ericMPro] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 2:45

Post #14 of 40 (6065 views)

Nice. Love the color

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Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [ericMPro] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 3:06

Post #15 of 40 (6040 views)

When Campy EPS first came out it got some bad press about the company using TT shifters that still looked and felt like mechanical shifters. But sometimes the best approach is to not fix things that aren't broken.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [scott8888] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 4:20

Post #16 of 40 (5956 views)

Great work on the build. Very cool.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [Gilliga] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 5:02

Post #17 of 40 (5874 views)

That is one seriously good-looking bike - well done!

Have you ridden the Ron disc yet? I've been looking at getting one for a while, and I've never seen one with a setup looking this good!

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Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [BungleJapan] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 5:21

Post #18 of 40 (5823 views)

Hey. Thanks for the feedback. I have had the disc for a while. It works well. Feels a little heavier underneath than most. But this was one of the first ones they ever made, so their new ones may be better. Does the job for now.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 5:45

Post #19 of 40 (5776 views)

Very nice!

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 5:49

Post #20 of 40 (5769 views)

Nice

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 6:31

Post #21 of 40 (5687 views)

SOLID build and color option

I'm in the process of doing the same exact thing to my 1st gen SC 9series. Same color scheme and all. Now I now how it will turn out. Except I may go darker on the green or stick with a Nardo grey color.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 8:02

Post #22 of 40 (5564 views)

very pretty

the non-drive side shot almost looks like a track bike

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 8:18

Post #23 of 40 (5507 views)

Great looking build! I recently went 1x and cant see going back.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [TakeYourTime] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 8:38

Post #24 of 40 (5460 views)

Sick! I'd love to hear a review on that disc when you get some miles.

TakeYourTime wrote:

Firstly, thanks to all those on this forum that gave me some great advice. And to those in my local tri/road community also. Could not be happier with the final product.
Specs:
2014 Series 7 Trek SC (second hand and re-sprayed by a mate who sprays cars for a living)
Ron Rear Disc and Bont Aelous front (have rear also)
Vittoria Corsa Speed Tyres
Scram 52T front chain ring, 11-28 on back
Sram Force mid range cage
Tri Rig Omega and Alpha X bars
3T ski bends
KCNC bolts throughout
Pro Aerofuel TT Saddle
Sram Running gear
K-Edge Garmin Mount

I have not ridden it yet, or fitted it so no feedback unfortunately. But frothing to get out there on her.

Thanks again for those that had input!

Note: Yes, i know the rear mech cable is too long! Once dialed in, will get it chopped.

Re: The Eagle Has Landed: My 1X Build Complete [zooropa] [ In reply to ]

Nov 1, 18 8:39

Post #25 of 40 (5455 views)

zooropa wrote:

I just can’t seem to get used to using only one shifter in my setup...I have the R2C version...and they are comfortable...and basically part of my hand-rest...so I just leave the left one on there...

Same. I had some shoulder pain creep up and kept blaming other things. Both front shifters on and it magically went away.

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