Lynskey - Talk me In/Out

Triathlon Forum
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Short background: have a couple gravel-type events we want to do this year, so I’ve been looking for a gravel bike. On another thread, someone here posted about Lynskey, and of course I searched them out, but now I’m in love… or possibly just lust, but still…

Seems to me that Ti makes the most sense for myself, as I really like a light, maneuverable, carbon frame (picked up a used Madone last year, moving from an old Aluminum Trek 2100). However, I’ve never done a lot of stuff off-road, and worried about crashing a carbon frame into a rock or tree and that’s that. Especially if I picked it up on the second-hand market.

I have the money, Honey actually likes it when I spend money on myself, and damn are the Lynskeys a sexy ride! So, what’s the collective thoughts: makes no sense to go Ti nor brand new; or, is it something that I’m gonna absolutely love and never look back??

Thanks!

  • Jeff

*For reference, I’m in NH, will be doing a few things here and some in VT. Probably split time between it and the Madone throughout the week. Mostly dirt/gravel back roads, skid trails, and atv trails, so some mud but not a lot. I think…

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Which model are you interested in?

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GR Race: https://lynskeyperformance.com/2020-gr-race-gravel-bike/

I like it’s geometry a little better than the GR300 or Pro GR, but that’s just me comparing numbers to current bikes and not anything specific, like actually having gotten a fit over the years…

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Keep in mind that the GR Race is for single chainrings only.

If you wait four to six months, the price of a frameset should go down by about $800.

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I want to go 1x. First event will be within that 4 months time frame, although I do have a fatty that I could do that one on.

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It is a great company with very nice products.

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Titanium is a great material to be used in bikes. That bike in the link is really sexy, and Lynskey makes great bikes. You’d probably be worried about crashing it into a tree as well. Some have closeout sales on whole bikes or even just frames if you are in the mood to build your own, and can be seen on their webpages so check for those to save some money.

I might be forgetting a few but here are some well known brands…

Moots
Seven
Litespeed
Merlin
Burls
Firefly
Kinesis
Van Nicholas
Zero

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Use code “WELOVE35” for 35% off frames and builds if it still works. If not use “TAKE25OFF” for 25% off. David Lynskey makes fantastic bikes. You will not be disappointed.

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I want to go 1x.

I thought so too with my first gravel bike (Salsa Warbird) and eventually decided 1x wasn’t for me and sold it and got a new 2x Warbird. I guess what I’m saying is be very sure about it before you limit your options.

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What made you decide to go back to 2x? I’ve no real reason to go 1x other than simplifying the build and lightening the bike. I’m a sponge - please explain!

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Whoa, really? The 25% was really how I was affording most of it, but if the 35% works, maybe I can upgrade even more.

Thanks a ton!

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And it works!! Have not pulled the trigger yet but worked in the cart! Dang… I’m probably gonna spend money soon…

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35% is pretty deep, go for it.

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And it works!! Have not pulled the trigger yet but worked in the cart! Dang… I’m probably gonna spend money soon…

It might not process the order and take your money.

I would highly recommend the industrial mill finish. Real easy to take care of.

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What made you decide to go back to 2x? I’ve no real reason to go 1x other than simplifying the build and lightening the bike. I’m a sponge - please explain!

For me I felt like I was missing some gears and the jumps between gears were too dramatic. I was not able to maintain my preferred cadence/power range when climbing and it got really bothersome.

I’ve really enjoyed having the 2x again (it been about a month). I ended up with another Warbird with the GRX600 build.

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You’re welcome. If you sign up for their newsletter on their website they will email you killer deals every once in awhile. Enjoy your new Lynskey!

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Use code “WELOVE35” for 35% off frames and builds if it still works. If not use “TAKE25OFF” for 25% off. David Lynskey makes fantastic bikes. You will not be disappointed.
Wow!!!

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Did you end up pulling the trigger on the Lynskey? I’ve been poking around for a gravel bike and the titanium looks sweet, but I’ve read mixed reviews about the brand. Seems to me it may be more a case of only hearing from the people with bad experiences than from those with good. Not sure I’d notice the difference between a Lynskey titanium than a Moots (for example) and for the money the Lynskey would be just fine. Any thoughts/experience in your reviews of the brand?

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I was a “dealer” for Lynskey and built up quite a few of them. Everyone loved them.

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I’ve had a Lynskey Sportive Disc for years and love(d) it as a commuter up in Seattle and a great all-day ride. It looks brand new and rides so smooth. I just don’t have a need for it now that I’m retired and living in Arizona.

After looking at seemingly all the new gravel bikes - and almost building up an Open Wi.DE., I came back to Lynskey and just bought the Pro GR with etap and 1x setup. My only gripe is it comes standard with an 11-33 rear cluster so I’ll have to switch that out for more of a mullet setup. The 25% off deal was too good to be true and I, like you, have some events coming up so pulled the trigger.

I’m excited to receive the bike in a couple of weeks!

PS - Lynskey Sportive is for sale.
PPS - Look at the Why R+ - another sexy Ti builder (I’ve got their S7 MTB and it’s butter)