Custom V setup
Finally got the bike assembled and dialed in. Took about 30 minutes practice to get familiar with starting technique.
I am using quarter inch zote foam strips for the seat pad as I do not want to loose power transfer with a thick cushion seat pad. I eventually will make two minimal size carbon fiber storage compartments under the seat. One for tools. The other for a hydration pack.
Brake levers are HED 3rd lever which attach to Shimano bar end shifers. Very minimal in size with plenty of stopping power.
Definitely a cool bike.
this is so insanely awesome. i want a poster of it for my room
Elliot
Yes, This will make an excellent promotional photo for the V! So eye catching! Looks expensive!!
@Mr. V
This looks like a competition bike, are there any competitions on the horizon?
Its such a clean result, I wonder how you might handle hydration?
John
Yes, I was thinking the same thing... a perfect bike for some short track competition. Not sure the foam strips would be enough cushioning on a 12 or 24 hour road race. There will be at least three Vendettas competing at Bike Sebring next month.
I'd love to see this beautiful bike compete somewhere. Nice build!
Jim
Hi John & Jim,
My V is set up as a 40K time trial race bike. If I was an ultra racer I'd be using a thicker seat pad. The handlebar modification tucks in my arms and hands for a compact riding position. The hydration pack, pump and tools will be placed in back of the seat to keep air flowing past my torso as clean as possible.
The Vendetta is a bike with superb design quality and very high production standards. I am looking forward to riding and racing the V.
So does that mean you've decided not to sell after all?
Let us know when you'll be racing. I've never done a 40K race and that might be a very good distance for me on the V. That's the distance we ride on or basic "ride-before-work" ride.
Jim
Wow, thats a very nice looking setup. Must be very fast. It would be nice to see your hand position with you seated on it.