Bike of the Day 21 Sep 2007 06:31 pm
Croutch’s Custom Carbon Cyclocross Bike
Full carbon. Full custom. What more can we say. Well – how about some specs – Alpha Q CX20 fork, Paul’s Neo-Retro brakes, Campy Chorus drivetrain (with an XTR front derailleur for now), FSA bar, stem and seatpost, Red Selle Italia SLR saddle and matching tape. The wheels are hand built using DT Swiss RR 1.2 rims, Campy Record hubs, DT Swiss Revolution spokes up front and Revolution/Competition on the back. The bike rides like a dream. It is a bit stiff for me, but I’m lighter than Croutch, and putting out a lot less force! The carbon top tube is nice and comfy on on your shoulder for the cyclocross carry as well.
