THE Boardman Team.

Bought brand new in 2009 and I’ve put a fair amount of money into it, upgraded when I thought it warranted it and made some aesthetic changes, which I really like. It remains subtle.
Upgrades are detailed in spec in bold. Rear mech remains the same as I’ve had it off and cleaned it up, its plenty good enough. Would only replace with another X9 anyway. Replaced the middle and bottom chain rings as they were badly worn. The GXP bottom bracket was ruined so was replaced with the same but a new version which I’m reliably informed is better sealed and essentially an upgrade. Brakes have been bled, realigned and are as good as new. The wheels are lighter than stock, although this was not my reason for buying. They are nice wheels and a decent price, giving the tyres a nice profile, I find it is more planted on the descents. Forks have had decals replaced to match frame but haven’t been touched internally and are still beautifully plush. All Ready for my Scottish Coast to Coast in May
I know, while people usually admit the bang for buck is unbeatable, that most people will think Boardmans are pretty boring but I’d like to know what people think of mine. Cheers.














Frame Ultralight super butted race spec aluminium
Fork RockShox Reba SL, 100mm 2009.
Headset FSA Orbit integrated cartridge bearing
Spacers Full carbon 4x5mm, 1x10mm
Stem Ritchey WCS 4 Axis Wet Black
Handlebars Ritchey WCS Carbon Riser
Seatpost Ritchey WCS Carbon one bolt.
Saddle SDG Bel Air
Brakes Avid Elixir R hydraulic disc brakes, 160mm Alligator Saw Tooth Rotors.
Shifters SRAM X9
Rear Mech SRAM X9
Front Mech SRAM X9
Cassette SRAM PG970 11-32T
Chain SRAM PC991
Chainset Truvativ Firex 3.2 GXP 44/32/22T replaced
Bottom Bracket Truvativ GXP Newer edition, sealed
Rims Stans ZTR Flow
Hubs Hope Pro II
Spokes Sapim Race Black
Tyres Panaracer Fire XC Pro
Pedals Superstar Mag Lite CNC – Magnesium Alloy Black
Skewers PZ Racing Carbon QR.
Seatpost clamp Hope QR Black 31.8
Chainstay Protector Leyzne Smart
Bar Plugs Hope Grip Doctor Black
Bar Grips Ritchey Ergo Lock On[/img]
Upgrades are detailed in spec in bold. Rear mech remains the same as I’ve had it off and cleaned it up, its plenty good enough. Would only replace with another X9 anyway. Replaced the middle and bottom chain rings as they were badly worn. The GXP bottom bracket was ruined so was replaced with the same but a new version which I’m reliably informed is better sealed and essentially an upgrade. Brakes have been bled, realigned and are as good as new. The wheels are lighter than stock, although this was not my reason for buying. They are nice wheels and a decent price, giving the tyres a nice profile, I find it is more planted on the descents. Forks have had decals replaced to match frame but haven’t been touched internally and are still beautifully plush. All Ready for my Scottish Coast to Coast in May

I know, while people usually admit the bang for buck is unbeatable, that most people will think Boardmans are pretty boring but I’d like to know what people think of mine. Cheers.















Frame Ultralight super butted race spec aluminium
Fork RockShox Reba SL, 100mm 2009.
Headset FSA Orbit integrated cartridge bearing
Spacers Full carbon 4x5mm, 1x10mm
Stem Ritchey WCS 4 Axis Wet Black
Handlebars Ritchey WCS Carbon Riser
Seatpost Ritchey WCS Carbon one bolt.
Saddle SDG Bel Air
Brakes Avid Elixir R hydraulic disc brakes, 160mm Alligator Saw Tooth Rotors.
Shifters SRAM X9
Rear Mech SRAM X9
Front Mech SRAM X9
Cassette SRAM PG970 11-32T
Chain SRAM PC991
Chainset Truvativ Firex 3.2 GXP 44/32/22T replaced
Bottom Bracket Truvativ GXP Newer edition, sealed
Rims Stans ZTR Flow
Hubs Hope Pro II
Spokes Sapim Race Black
Tyres Panaracer Fire XC Pro
Pedals Superstar Mag Lite CNC – Magnesium Alloy Black
Skewers PZ Racing Carbon QR.
Seatpost clamp Hope QR Black 31.8
Chainstay Protector Leyzne Smart
Bar Plugs Hope Grip Doctor Black
Bar Grips Ritchey Ergo Lock On[/img]
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http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10017&t=12715848
cant get any better for the money,
nice set of wheels as well, i have just upgraded the hubs on mine to pro 2's,
i had to keep the same ritchey rims so the missus wouldnt spot it
Cheers!
Well ive only been out n thrashed them once at Glentress, I noticed the difference. They seemed to help with the descents and helped the tyres grip better on the ups. I went with Flows because the weight over strength difference didnt bother me. I wanted the strongest possible and theres only a few grams in it, great price too.
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
I'm not going to mess with it though.
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected] ... 025278584/
Feel I need to justify these..not bought for RRP but on Ebay for a lot cheaper. Good find though I think.
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
"As I said last time, it won't happen again."
'10 Cube LTD Team
'10 Boardman FS Team - gone but not forgotten!
'11 Giant Anthem X4
Flickr
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
And thanks for your post on the Boardman FB page!
Boardman fans, hit up the FB page - http://www.facebook.com/boardmanbikes
"And when finally the bottom fell out
I became withdrawn
The only thing I knew how to do
Was to keep on keepin’ on like a bird that flew
Tangled up in blue"
Its my favourite song and thought it worked well as its now my lightweight racey bike, when you are shattered you just gotta keep on keepin' on...
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
Cotic bfe
I'm enjoying them anyway
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
I think I will keep mine mainly superficial apart from a proper set of cranks as these are just awful.
I would like to know though, where you got all of your graphics from (?), like the song lyrics and the decals with your name.
I REALLY WANT THIS!!
2010 Boardman Pro HT, still going strong!
NEW:
Giant Yukon Build- FINISHED
In what way "deep"?
http://www.bikenames.com
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie
2010 Boardman Pro HT, still going strong!
NEW:
Giant Yukon Build- FINISHED
Quite a bit yeah but all good value stuff I think.
Just carried me across Scotland flawlessly, not even any punctures, I love it more than ever.
Forks finally need sent away for servicing though.
Pink Orange 224
Humble but Defiant Roadie