Boardman Elite SLR9.4 with aero wheels 6.6kg
ajmitchell
Posts: 203
This bike was by far best value at this weight (14.6lbs/6.6kg). Plus it has the conventional BB30 53x39T which I prefer. Here it is shown with last season's Planet-x aero wheels (101,82), carbon saddle but otherwise stock. The original boardman carbon wheels are about 1kg and pretty amazing in themselves. BTW the whole boardman SLR series share this same ultra-light frame if you looking for even cheaper alternatives. Got black bar tape on there now in case you were wondering.
Just found a nice review of the 9.8 which is a very similar bike http://www.cyclingtips.com.au/2012/05/boardman-slr-9-8-review/
Specs
Colour Matt UD Carbon
Frame SLR ultralight full carbon monocoque, tapered steerer, BB30, internal cable routing
Fork SLR ultralight full carbon, tapered steerer
Groupset:
Shifters SRAM Red
Front Mech SRAM Red
Rear Mech SRAM Red
Brakes SRAM Red
Chainset SRAM Red BB30 53x39T
Cassette SRAM 1070 => Upgraded to 1090
Chain KMC X10SL
Bottom Bracket SRAM Red BB30 Ceramic
Original Wheelset:
Rims cboardman Carbon SLR 35mm tubular <=> Planet X 101 82 tubular
Hubs cboardman
Spokes Sapim CX Sprint
Tyres Vittoria Corsa CX <=> Continental
Components:
Handlebars Ritchey WCS
Stem Ritchey WCS
Headset FSA Semi Integrated
Spacers Carbon
Seatpost Ritchey WCS Carbon
Saddle Fizik Arione Titanium rail
Pedals N/A
Weight
14.6lbs / 6.6kg as stock
Just found a nice review of the 9.8 which is a very similar bike http://www.cyclingtips.com.au/2012/05/boardman-slr-9-8-review/
Specs
Colour Matt UD Carbon
Frame SLR ultralight full carbon monocoque, tapered steerer, BB30, internal cable routing
Fork SLR ultralight full carbon, tapered steerer
Groupset:
Shifters SRAM Red
Front Mech SRAM Red
Rear Mech SRAM Red
Brakes SRAM Red
Chainset SRAM Red BB30 53x39T
Cassette SRAM 1070 => Upgraded to 1090
Chain KMC X10SL
Bottom Bracket SRAM Red BB30 Ceramic
Original Wheelset:
Rims cboardman Carbon SLR 35mm tubular <=> Planet X 101 82 tubular
Hubs cboardman
Spokes Sapim CX Sprint
Tyres Vittoria Corsa CX <=> Continental
Components:
Handlebars Ritchey WCS
Stem Ritchey WCS
Headset FSA Semi Integrated
Spacers Carbon
Seatpost Ritchey WCS Carbon
Saddle Fizik Arione Titanium rail
Pedals N/A
Weight
14.6lbs / 6.6kg as stock
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Comments
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Love it!
bet it goes like a rocket?29er http://tinyurl.com/bs4flux
Dark side http://tinyurl.com/364ow2m
Old School 26er http://tinyurl.com/2upkwmq
Hack http://tinyurl.com/36hkmts0 -
looks awesome but an odd decision to put really deep wheels on the slr? why didnt you go for the air?0
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Cornish-J wrote:looks awesome but an odd decision to put really deep wheels on the slr? why didnt you go for the air?
Considered it but the answer is mainly because its simple (30secs) to swap the wheelset and I wanted a bike to use in all conditions from sportive to TT. I usually ride with the 1kg boardman carbons or the unbelievaby light Reynolds carbons 32T's. Its pretty hard to start with the AIR and swap the frameset! In my experience its best to go with the lightest setup and modify from there unless you have the budget for several bikes.
The SLR is the lightest model in the range and no more expensive. Yes I love your AiR but its not flexible enough in application for me. The current tend for aero frames is great for certain types of riding but I prefer a weight advantage over a CDA advantage (for the frame). Anyway each to his/her own!0 -
Cycling is Forever wrote:Love it!
bet it goes like a rocket?
you bet, but the real advantage of that weight is when going uphill!0 -
Cornish-J wrote:looks awesome but an odd decision to put really deep wheels on the slr? why didnt you go for the air?
A similar question could be asked:
Why did you go for the air when you could have gone for a lighter and probably more comfortable frame?
Swings and roundabouts.
I would tend to agree that aero frames have limited application. They're borderline gimmicks. I wouldn't buy one for anything but time trials - even then i'd prioritise tri bars, skinsuit, helmet and aero wheels over the frame.0 -
ajmitchell wrote:Cornish-J wrote:looks awesome but an odd decision to put really deep wheels on the slr? why didnt you go for the air?
Considered it but the answer is mainly because its simple (30secs) to swap the wheelset and I wanted a bike to use in all conditions from sportive to TT. I usually ride with the 1kg boardman carbons or the unbelievaby light Reynolds carbons 32T's. Its pretty hard to start with the AIR and swap the frameset! In my experience its best to go with the lightest setup and modify from there unless you have the budget for several bikes.
The SLR is the lightest model in the range and no more expensive. Yes I love your AiR but its not flexible enough in application for me. The current tend for aero frames is great for certain types of riding but I prefer a weight advantage over a CDA advantage (for the frame). Anyway each to his/her own!
fair play, looks awesome anyway!
just out of interest, what's a carbon saddle like? always looks sooo uncomfortable!0 -
I wouldnt recommend a carbon saddle for long distances but for short rides they ok surprisingly! However they are slippy unless you apply some kind of coating which is not ideal0
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Long term test of the SLR9.4 in Pro-Cycling this month (first test was approx 6 months ago)...both very positive.
Also test of AiR9.4 on bikeradar this week http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/cate ... 4-12-462550
