Boardman Team MTB 09.

Stoo61
Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
edited October 2010 in Your mountain bikes
My Boardman Team 09

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Frame: Ultralight super butted race spec aluminium
Fork: RockShox Reba SL, 100mm travel, Motion Control damping & lockout
Headset : FSA Orbit integrated cartridge bearing
Spacers : Full carbon 4x5mm, 1x10mm
Stem : Ritchey Comp OS 31.8mm
Handlebars : Ritchey Comp Rizer OS 31.8mm
Seatpost : Ritchey Comp 27.2mm
Saddle : SDG Bel Air RL
Brakes : Avid Elixir R hydraulic disc brakes, Alligator Sawtooth Rotors 160mm
Shifters : SRAM X7 9 speed
Rear Mech : SRAM X9
Front Mech : SRAM X7
Cassette : SRAM PG950 11-32T
Chain : Shimano HG-73
Chainset : Truvativ Firex 3.2 GXP 44/32/22T
Bottom Bracket: Truvativ GXP
Rims: Ritchey Pro Disc 32H
Hubs: Sealed bearings
Spokes: Stainless steel double butted black
Tyres: Panaracer Fire XC Pro
Pedals: DMR V8
Weight: 24.8 lbs


Bought some new bits n bobs as I have recently got a job :o) Uh oh. Fairly subtle upgrades.

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Got a set of WCS Carbon bars on the way, tried to get a carbon stem but didnt want to pay over the odds and I think the wet black is pretty nice anyway. Will post pics for those interested when the bars are fitted. Also have added alligator sawtooth rotors since these pictures were taken. Oh its fun buying bike bits. :D

Comments

  • JxL
    JxL Posts: 383
    Sweet ride you have there, If I had the money I would have also went for the Boardman Team/Pro.

    How are the forks? I suppose they are the 2009 version?
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    Yeah they are the 09's...they're an absolute dream compared to the XCR's on my Commie but that is to be expected.

    Dont get out as much as I would like at the moment because im busy with other things but the Reba's are really impressive, might need slightly tweeked for my riding style/weight etc.
  • rwalworth
    rwalworth Posts: 176
    out of interest, you had to bleed the brakes atall yet?
  • teulk
    teulk Posts: 557
    I was looking to get a TEAM sometime this month for £849 but i notice that the PRO has been reduced to £899 so i might stretch to that. My problem is ive also seen the COMP FS bike and now im not sure what to get.........any recomendations ?
    Boardman Team 09 HT
    Orbea Aqua TTG CT 2010
    Specialized Secteur Elite 2011
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    rwalworth wrote:
    out of interest, you had to bleed the brakes atall yet?
    Well as I said previously I havent been out as much as I should but I dont think that should matter, hydro brakes are very reliable as far as I know, I wont be expecting to bleed the brakes for a long time.




    I was looking to get a TEAM sometime this month for £849 but i notice that the PRO has been reduced to £899 so i might stretch to that. My problem is ive also seen the COMP FS bike and now im not sure what to get.........any recomendations ?

    For the extra £50 I guess the Pro would be a steal, the Team is all the bike I need and then some, great componentry package but the Pro is, as you would expect a step up again. If you need a full-suss you had best have it but if not a hardtail like this is a great way to go.
  • adb1006
    adb1006 Posts: 938
    Please tell me you're ridding it of the bell and reflectors?!?! :wink:
  • pdid
    pdid Posts: 1,065
    Nice bike but.......

    .....You`ve got to make the piccies smaller dude, It`s like looking through a peep hole. :)
  • robmanic1
    robmanic1 Posts: 2,150
    adb1006 wrote:
    Please tell me you're ridding it of the bell and reflectors?!?! :wink:

    They appear to be "ridded" on the "alfresco" pic.

    Also another one with misaligned tyre/wheel logo combo, it's playing havoc with my OCD dammit!

    Nice ride though chap.
    Pictures are better than words because some words are big and hard to understand.

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/34335188@N07/3336802663/
  • adb1006
    adb1006 Posts: 938
    Robmanic1 wrote:
    adb1006 wrote:
    Please tell me you're ridding it of the bell and reflectors?!?! :wink:

    They appear to be "ridded" on the "alfresco" pic.

    Good spot! As you were...
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    Of course they are away....


    Dont know how to make them smaller but I agree its damn annoying.


    Gie yersel peace about the tyres lining up with the wheel logos....like I can be f*cked sorting that out :lol:
  • 2tired2ride
    2tired2ride Posts: 285
    teulk wrote:
    I was looking to get a TEAM sometime this month for £849 but i notice that the PRO has been reduced to £899 so i might stretch to that. My problem is ive also seen the COMP FS bike and now im not sure what to get.........any recomendations ?

    Don't get the comp FS as it uses a cheap shock that doesn't feel nice, it is plush untill a certain point where it just tries to use up all the travel quickely even when set up well. As for the Pro if it is the 08, they are mostly sold out so you'd be lucky to get one. But if you can go for it, or if it is the 09 then buy it quick! But if not the team is good.

    :D
    "If we all had hardtails we'd all go down the hill, just slower"
    Nick Larsen


    Voodoo D-Jab Ti
    Boardman Road Team 09
    Boardman Urban Team 08
    Falcon 3 Speed
  • jmillen
    jmillen Posts: 627
    Mmm, liking that very much.

    I've been looking at Boardmans myself. Thought I had decided on an 08 Pro (for the colour and spec), but have since found they're going to be really difficult to get hold of.

    Although the 09 Pro is within my £1000 budget (cycle scheme) I'm finding myself being drawn to the 09 Team for the colour (and will also leave me a bit of money for pedals).

    Is there going to be a noticeable difference between the two? How are you getting on with your Team Stoo61?
    2010 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Expert Carbon
    2014 De Rosa R848
    Carrera TDF Ltd Commuter
  • teulk
    teulk Posts: 557
    JUst picked up my Boardman Team HT 09 yesterday and i am very impressed and like it lots - its so light compared to my old bike. Need to just get out now and ride the thing.
    Boardman Team 09 HT
    Orbea Aqua TTG CT 2010
    Specialized Secteur Elite 2011
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    Just cleaned and polished it and got a hold of my Dads camera, pretty much everything is stock except the Bel Air saddle, Spank Grips (yuck), Panaracer tyres and DMR V8 Pedals. All of which were taken off my Commencal to suit me more. Will upgrade when money comes in.

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    More at http://stoo61.pinkbike.com/album/Boardman-Team-09/ if anyone is interested. :D
  • scottbowlby
    scottbowlby Posts: 143
    Very nice :) Boardmans are excellent value for money and nice looking bikes!
  • Paul 8v
    Paul 8v Posts: 5,458
    How did you do the S Meldrum mate? Looks like it's under the laquer but I'm sure that's just the photo
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    www.bikenames.com

    Think they they are an American company, cheap though. Its no laquered but its very good. Singular lettering (although it all goes on in a oner and you rub it to get it to stick) rather than a sticker and no real sign of wear, I wash it after each ride. I did go over the whole frame with Auto Glym resin, i'm sure that helps. Might not be everyones cup of tea but I really like it. :)
  • Dubzy
    Dubzy Posts: 123
    Pick mine up next week. Clearance offer in local Halfords - down to £500 due to CTW scheme which fell through. Someone's loss my gain.

    Can't wait. :D
    Life's good



    Boardman MTB Team
  • scottbowlby
    scottbowlby Posts: 143
    Dubzy wrote:
    Pick mine up next week. Clearance offer in local Halfords - down to £500 due to CTW scheme which fell through. Someone's loss my gain.

    Can't wait. :D

    Thats a bargain mate! Well done!
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    Nice work! Got that one for £743 i think it was...something to do with the tax breaks at the time.
  • Hey what size is that frame? Small 16" or Medium 18" I'm guessing?