Booked My Flights to Enigma!

antlaff
antlaff Posts: 583
edited May 2011 in Road buying advice
Just booked flights from NI to go and see Enigma about buying an Extensor.

Has anybody got one and what build are they using?

I currently ride a Kona Haole with a Dedacciai Zero Replica TIG-Welded Cromoly Frame - how will this compare on the road?

Just cant wait but 12-14weeks leadtime on the build!!

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  • bigpikle
    bigpikle Posts: 1,690
    test rode one when I bought my Ethos, and loved it to bits. Will be my next bike for sure...

    I havent ridden your bike but this is lively, accelerates really well and begs you to ride it fast :D Its still the 'best' bike I've ridden simply for the grin I had when I got off it.

    Enjoy!
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  • Hoopdriver
    Hoopdriver Posts: 2,023
    I am lucky enough to live nearby and am having them build me a bespoke tourer. They are really nice people who know their stuff and are extremely helpful - their customer service and knowledge is outstanding. Can't speak highly enough of them. You'll have a great trip - and end up with a helluva nice bike.
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  • TMR
    TMR Posts: 3,986
    antlaff wrote:
    Just booked flights from NI to go and see Enigma about buying an Extensor.

    Has anybody got one and what build are they using?

    5393134642_7072ba905f.jpg
    xcr_main by Antlaff, on Flickr

    I haven't got one, but I rode the bike in that image last year. I posted then about how beautiful it is - a stunning bike. You will not be disappointed.
  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    I rode that bike too, and it blew my mind, fantastic ride quality.

    It will be mine, oh yes it will be mine ...... but with a much better paint scheme!
  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    but with a much better paint scheme

    HaHa i like the red and the BRG and the black - i just need to see which one matches my complexion and beaming smile when i get out on it!!
    I posted then about how beautiful it is - a stunning bike. You will not be disappointed.

    just read it - really itching to get over there but the flight isn't until early March.. damn

    Yeah Hoopdriver their customer service sounds amazing - cant seem to find any negative experiences. Been emailing Jim over the last few days with very prompt and friendly replies.
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  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    you won't bother what colour it is quite honestly you just enjoy the wonderful ride qualities, oh and be sure to get out your saddle up a hill, geez does it react. Good luck with it.
  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    The day has almost arrived - going to Enigma tomorrow - cant wait but in two minds over the Extensor or the Effusion!!! FFS!!
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  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    That depends purely if you like the feel and ride of a steel frame or a ti one. Decision which is a personal thing.
  • bigpikle
    bigpikle Posts: 1,690
    ride an Elite as well then as its a different ride again, although being steel obviously. You'll know which you prefer when you get there for sure.
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  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    I thought it was based on looks!!
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  • Evil Laugh
    Evil Laugh Posts: 1,412
    I talk a bit to the guy in my local DIY store. He has an Extensor. He gets this special glint in his eye when he talks about it. You know it's good.

    :lol:
  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    Just to say my new baby was ordered yestterday - now have to wait 12 weeks for delivery!!! (gives me time to save though)

    had a great test ride - loved it to bits and got an excellent deal from Jim - very happy
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  • dcj
    dcj Posts: 395
    sounds like that will be a hell of a bike.

    let us know when you get it.
  • TMR
    TMR Posts: 3,986
    antlaff wrote:
    Just to say my new baby was ordered yestterday - now have to wait 12 weeks for delivery!!! (gives me time to save though)

    had a great test ride - loved it to bits and got an excellent deal from Jim - very happy

    What gruppo and wheels did you go for?
  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    dcj wrote:
    sounds like that will be a hell of a bike.

    let us know when you get it.

    will do
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  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    The Mad Rapper wrote:
    antlaff wrote:
    Just to say my new baby was ordered yestterday - now have to wait 12 weeks for delivery!!! (gives me time to save though)

    had a great test ride - loved it to bits and got an excellent deal from Jim - very happy

    What gruppo and wheels did you go for?

    went with Chorus 53/39 12-27 and Zonda wheels - went for metallic red with the polished rear triangle - very nice
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  • Evil Laugh
    Evil Laugh Posts: 1,412
    Congrats
  • TMR
    TMR Posts: 3,986
    antlaff wrote:
    went with Chorus 53/39 12-27 and Zonda wheels - went for metallic red with the polished rear triangle - very nice

    Very nice. Enjoy! :)

    How did you find Jim & Mark?
  • AndyF16
    AndyF16 Posts: 506
    Collecting my Ti baby tomorrow morning - even disregarding a quick ride to make sure everything's set up right, i couldn't entertain simply having her entrusted to a carrier

    Bet I can't get to sleep now :lol:
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    2011 Enigma Echo 57cm in naked Ti
    2009 Orange G2 19" in, erm orange
  • bigpikle
    bigpikle Posts: 1,690
    great stuff - look forward to seeing the pics.

    My frame will hopefully arrive today, sounds like the same colour in Flamboyant Red with matched forks.

    Then its time to decide the final build, and other than all SL-K finishing kit I'm not yet sure on the drivetrain yet.
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  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    The Mad Rapper wrote:
    antlaff wrote:
    went with Chorus 53/39 12-27 and Zonda wheels - went for metallic red with the polished rear triangle - very nice

    Very nice. Enjoy! :)

    How did you find Jim & Mark?

    Very warm and friendly service - amazed that the premises was so small but loved the bike. They didn't have any test extensor's when i was there but one of the guys let me ride his - i could have ridden on upto Wales and got the ferry home it was that comfortable.
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  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    AndyF16 wrote:
    Collecting my Ti baby tomorrow morning - even disregarding a quick ride to make sure everything's set up right, i couldn't entertain simply having her entrusted to a carrier

    Bet I can't get to sleep now :lol:

    Lucky you - i've a long 12 weeks to wait.

    hope you enjoy and get some pics up
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  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    Bigpikle wrote:
    great stuff - look forward to seeing the pics.

    My frame will hopefully arrive today, sounds like the same colour in Flamboyant Red with matched forks.

    Then its time to decide the final build, and other than all SL-K finishing kit I'm not yet sure on the drivetrain yet.

    I have gone with the enigma finishing kit as just couldnt afford anymore. Budget was really stretched even though i got a great deal.

    The deals on the SL-K kit at the moment would be so tempting if i had it!!!
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  • MaxwellBygraves
    MaxwellBygraves Posts: 1,353
    AndyF16 wrote:
    Collecting my Ti baby tomorrow morning - even disregarding a quick ride to make sure everything's set up right, i couldn't entertain simply having her entrusted to a carrier

    Bet I can't get to sleep now :lol:
    What did you go for mate?
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  • AndyF16
    AndyF16 Posts: 506
    MaxwellBygraves wrote:
    What did you go for mate?

    This rather lovely Echo (sorry about the rather crap photo, taken as passing Buck House on my way home) Pretty much 'standard' spec with 2011 Record gruppo and Zonda wheels, with Columbus Tusk rather than the recommended Muscle forks

    echo-1.jpg

    Too early to start waxing lyrical as I've only done around 30 miles, but the ride compared to my Colnago is just unbelievably smooth. I went for the 53/39 with 12/27 as I hardly ever use the small ring on my 50/34 on my usual rides, and if you're paying that money you may as well use both rings :wink:

    Slight issue when collecting from Enigma due to lack of communication, but I always say everybody makes mistakes - it's what you do to rectify them that counts, and Jim was absolutely superb in this respect today :D
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    2009 Orange G2 19" in, erm orange
  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    Just incase anybody still following - here she is

    http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=16958855#16958855

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  • TMR
    TMR Posts: 3,986
    Very nice! :)

    Is that the Ferrari red? What components did you go for?

    And, most importantly, how does it ride?
  • antlaff
    antlaff Posts: 583
    edited May 2011
    The Mad Rapper wrote:
    Very nice! :)

    Is that the Ferrari red? What components did you go for?

    And, most importantly, how does it ride?

    Yes - Love the colour

    Went for Chorus Carbon 11 53-39/11-27 with Ksyrium Elites

    added the full spec below

    Only got a out for a mile in the dark this evening!!

    http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=12778516
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  • bigpikle
    bigpikle Posts: 1,690
    what a beauty - looks the exact same colour as mine, although I dont have polished rear triangle :D

    I didnt go SL-K in the end and eventually lumped for SRAM Red and Force for the drivetrain, with Ritchey WCS post, stem and bars.

    Frame rides beautifully with a great combination of responsiveness and comfort.

    Quick pic of it the day it was built up 8)

    final2.jpg
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  • speshsteve
    speshsteve Posts: 352
    stunning bikes guys, let us know your thoughts re ride when you get a few miles under those very shiny wheels :)
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