Cinelli Mash Bolt 2012

silver_soul says:

Thanks! Despite me not owning this bike anymore. But I'm 5'10"

Posted over 11 years ago

silver_soul says:

it's a very nice frame for sure. very stiff, solid, and surprisingly comfortable. I feel like these frames don't get the credit they deserve. they really are great. the best aluminum frame i've ridden so far (as far as quality and stiffness). I love it!

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

also, the geometry is very aggressive. definitely gives you the "go fast" feel/quality. it's a lot of fun. very street friendly and I'm sure it's track friendly too.

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

thanks! veloflex tires are very high quality, durable, and lightweight. but they are mainly designed for racing or for roadbikes. as far as riding fixed in the streets, to have it on the front is good, but I don't recommend them for the rear at all (atleast not where I live). if you live in a fairly flat area with nicer pavement and don't skid, then it'd be okay. they have that tubular-like quality if that helps.

Posted over 12 years ago

TRACKER says:

Okay thanks! I might try them out or some other veloflex tire in the future. Jeez gumwalls look good on almost every bike.

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

no prob! the ones I have are veloflex pavé, which are vintage and no longer made. you can only find the current masters now. but I agree. gumwalls are timeless.

Posted over 12 years ago

TRACKER says:

Oops, thought the paves were a current model. Masters it is!
Thanks agian

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

I think there are only the master and corsa models currently if I remember correctly. the masters are a slightly upgraded/modern version of the record/pavé. nice tires for sure. just keep in mind what I've said about the tires though. just one skid on these and it'll shave off a lot of its lifespan. no joke. I literally skidded once (for emergency of course) and it was a horrible feeling on the tire. a good amount of rubber was burnt off just from that. so yeah, just keep that in mind!

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

thanks a lot man!

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

I don't really lock my bikes often. but anything bigger would be too big since these frame's run big. I don't want the seatpost and stem slammed. this is what's comfortable for me. but thanks

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

oohhh snap. yep, that was definitely mine. thanks for noticing!

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

thanks a lot brotha. glad you like it! :)

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

thank you!

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

there is a big difference in sizing between the 53 and 55cm. the 55 is too big for me. also, the stem is only 110mm. pretty standard.

Posted over 12 years ago

negaatio says:

well, 2cm difference in seat and toptube. 2 cents off stem and seatpost would make this a lot more balanced ride. Your weight is a tad bit too much over the front axle.

Posted over 12 years ago

negaatio says:

compare how far your bars reach over the front axle compared to this http://www.pedalroom.com/p/cinelli-mash...

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

I've been riding for a long time. I think I would know what fits me and what doesn't. this is what's comfortable for me, and that's all that should matter.

Posted over 12 years ago

sealed says:

I think negatioo has a point here

Posted over 12 years ago

DanV says:

Well Actually negaatio! Ive seen this man actually ride his whip and i gotta say his position looks hella proper..positioning ur handlebars to axle bolt is a good start But!!! we live in SF and we climb mountains with our whip's!!.. so im sure he has configured his setup for extreme climbing ;)

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

exactly. this is what gets me in the position needed. are you going to question chris hoy or theo bos about their set ups? it's set up the way it is for a reason. why don't you two troll on someone who actually doesn't know anything about bikes.

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

thanks a lot. I really appreciate it. funny, I had a VO stem on my pista concept then changed my mind and sold it. I definitely wanted to incorporate as much silver and chrome as I could without overdoing it. all black components are way overplayed with these for sure.

Posted over 12 years ago

SillyGooseCookie says:

Have you thought about white bar tape and a white saddle? I'm really curious to see how that would look

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

btw, I think you're the one I sold my Cinelli LA84 tt bars to awhile back? correct me if I'm wrong.

Posted over 12 years ago

SillyGooseCookie says:

Were they cut down and de-anodized? And did you say they were on your Merckx? If so, then it was me!

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

actually, I have been thinking about it. I have a lot of love for the older tt bikes, like the cinelli laser. that's where I drew inspiration from for this build. I do have a white cinelli volare slx and white concor saddle. hmm....

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

yep, definitely you. haha we meet again!

Posted over 12 years ago

SillyGooseCookie says:

What a coincidence! I've still got the LA84's on the Prologue! And do you ride your Sheriff Stars very often on the street? I just can't bring myself to take mine for a ride because of those pictures of them with cracked flanges

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

very very small world this is! that's cool that you put them to good use. I wish I could've kept them honestly. but I ride these wheels all the time and they've served me more than well. I was intimidated at first too, but they're not as fragile as you think. they're actually very strong. you're good if you have 32 or 36h, and if you're not a overly big in weight. also, radial lacing is a big no-no with these. I'm pretty light and am very easy on my bikes too.

Posted over 12 years ago

SillyGooseCookie says:

I've got the 32's and I'm around 170lbs. It's just that they're almost brand new and I'd hate to crack one of the flanges. Eventually I'll take them out for a nice, long ride.

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

thank you! I really like these bullhorns too. very comfortable and versatile.

Posted over 12 years ago

silver_soul says:

that's exactly my intention. thanks!

Posted over 12 years ago

Panda says:

Im not gonna lie im so jealous. Haha. How do you like the frame?I want a new frame but dont know what to get

Posted over 12 years ago