The Scott CR1 SL Thread

veronese68

indyP wrote:

The thing-a-majig (lower race?) that's supposed to sit flatly on forks is about 1cm away from resting point so it'll have to be bashed on with proper tools by LBS after all

I've got the proper tool. Well, kind of. It's a bit of 1.5" drain pipe (clean) and a mallet. Hold the forks between your legs, don't stand them on the floor. This is assuming it's a 1.5" bottom race.

Oh, very nice MRS. I'm sure the boy will love it. How is he doing?

meanredspider

dhope wrote:

Interesting... Flubit have come back with £485 for the CR1 SL.
In 56cm... so, that's intriguing...

Well please don't hang about then. I'm feeling bad after your comments about hotukdeals - don't let this one slip away

luv2ride

keef66 wrote:

Anyone else like me who ordered this week and still waiting to hear, I just got through to Westbrook on the phone (9th attempt!). Apparently the frames are expected from Scott tomorrow (Thurs) and will be despatched by 24h courier so should arrive Friday. Confirmatory email when despatched.

Im still waiting hear about delivery, but hopefully I can work from home on Friday with finders crossed that they'll be shipping (ordered mine on Tuesday, but they said they'd fit a SRAM press fit GXP BB for me before shipping). Doing a bit of research after placing the order (wrong way around I know :roll: ) it seems the frame doesn't have barrel adjusters. Is this a common thing, as both my Roubaix and Tifosi CK7 have them? Do you just not bother or do I need something extra (was hoping swap as much stuff over as possible from my Roubaix)?

cheers....

meanredspider

Veronese68 wrote:

Oh, very nice MRS. I'm sure the boy will love it. How is he doing?

Thanks. See for yourself, Veronese - very happy and very well, thank you!

pollys_bott

indyP wrote:

Pollys Bott wrote:

meanredspider wrote:

Fitting the headset isn't hard: fit the race forks, press/tap in the cups, an then you're pretty much done. Cutting the steerer is, I suppose, the one "risky" task. Need to be careful not to inhale the dust.

OK, I'm working nights so am sleep-deprived and not really with it; but I shouldn't have two different sized bearing races should I? I've got one sized 41 x 30.15 which fits nicely inside the cups, and one sized 46 x 34.1 which doesn't. Surely I should have two of the smaller ones??

The smaller one is the lower race, but there should be two of the larger cups one for each side of the headset (I think!).

Got the two cups to press into the top & bottom of head tube but both bearing races should fit inside the cups, yes?

meanredspider

Pollys Bott wrote:

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Got the two cups to press into the top & bottom of head tube but both bearing races should fit inside the cups, yes?

Yes - something doesn't sound right with yours - I think the bearings are the same size

indyp

Pollys Bott wrote:

indyP wrote:

Pollys Bott wrote:

meanredspider wrote:

Fitting the headset isn't hard: fit the race forks, press/tap in the cups, an then you're pretty much done. Cutting the steerer is, I suppose, the one "risky" task. Need to be careful not to inhale the dust.

OK, I'm working nights so am sleep-deprived and not really with it; but I shouldn't have two different sized bearing races should I? I've got one sized 41 x 30.15 which fits nicely inside the cups, and one sized 46 x 34.1 which doesn't. Surely I should have two of the smaller ones??

The smaller one is the lower race, but there should be two of the larger cups one for each side of the headset (I think!).

Got the two cups to press into the top & bottom of head tube but both bearing races should fit inside the cups, yes?

yes they should be the same size sorry I read it wrong. The 41 x 30.15 is the correct size, I have two that size, so looks like the 46 is the wrong one.

rolf_f

Luv2ride wrote:

Doing a bit of research after placing the order (wrong way around I know :roll: ) it seems the frame doesn't have barrel adjusters. Is this a common thing, as both my Roubaix and Tifosi CK7 have them? Do you just not bother or do I need something extra (was hoping swap as much stuff over as possible from my Roubaix)?

cheers....

No - the stops are unthreaded.

You don't need any kind of barrel adjuster for the rear as the rear has it's own adjuster anyway. As for the front - you can use an inline adjuster for that if you need to - goes in the gear cable wherever you like between the shifter and the stop.

Good effort with the quick build MRS. Mine will probably be the slowest!

spasypaddy wrote:

i really want one

spasypaddy wrote:

BMC TM01 - FCN 0
Look 695 (Geared) - FCN 1
Cannondale CAAD 9 - FCN 2
Premier (CX) - FCN 6
Premier (fixed/SS) - FCN 3

Behave!

alansd1980

Jonny_Trousers wrote:

alansd1980 wrote:

I need some help deciding which of the 2 frames to keep.
I have ordered one of the CR1 SL but today received the HTC Highroad addict RC.

I have no idea how I will send one of these back and as this is my first foray into high end road bikes I am a bit out my depth. This will be used for summer commuting and weekend rides. Unlikely to start racing anytime soon!

Any advice really gratefully received!

Why did you buy both? It's really cool, but the HTC Addict is going to be a hardcore racer and less suitable for your needs. Just send it back in it's original packing. It'll be about £15 with Parcelforce.

Bought the Addict when the CR1 were out of stock, then when they came back into stock thought best to order one and decide which to keep after having time to decide instead of making a rash decision. The latest batch will come in tomorrow so should be delivered friday.
Decisions Decisions....

meanredspider

Been out for the inaugural ride with the boy - he likes the bike - slight stretch for him (first road bike and his operation scar was uncomfortable). 15 trouble-free miles on a gorgeous Highland evening with my son makes the expense and effort worthwhile.

pollys_bott

indyP wrote:

Pollys Bott wrote:

indyP wrote:

Pollys Bott wrote:

meanredspider wrote:

Fitting the headset isn't hard: fit the race forks, press/tap in the cups, an then you're pretty much done. Cutting the steerer is, I suppose, the one "risky" task. Need to be careful not to inhale the dust.

OK, I'm working nights so am sleep-deprived and not really with it; but I shouldn't have two different sized bearing races should I? I've got one sized 41 x 30.15 which fits nicely inside the cups, and one sized 46 x 34.1 which doesn't. Surely I should have two of the smaller ones??

The smaller one is the lower race, but there should be two of the larger cups one for each side of the headset (I think!).

Got the two cups to press into the top & bottom of head tube but both bearing races should fit inside the cups, yes?

yes they should be the same size sorry I read it wrong. The 41 x 30.15 is the correct size, I have two that size, so looks like the 46 is the wrong one.

@rse. Must have been a packing error at Ritchey. Not Westbrook's issue but I'll drop them a mail and see if they can swop me a correct sized bearing.

Nice build MRS - and that weighs about 7kg?!

Edit - and thanks also for posting the pic cos it confirms to me that black 105 shifters are the way forward rather than silver.

meanredspider

Pollys Bott wrote:

@rse. Must have been a packing error at Ritchey. Not Westbrook's issue but I'll drop them a mail and see if they can swop me a correct sized bearing

Nice build MRS - and that weighs about 7kg?!

Bummer about the bearing - I'm sure Westbrook will sort it.

Thanks. Yes, as close as I can measure on bathroom scales (with me then me & the bike). It probably slightly over 7kg but just a smidge. 7.1 or 7.2kg

itboffin

meanredspider wrote:

Veronese68 wrote:

Oh, very nice MRS. I'm sure the boy will love it. How is he doing?

Thanks. See for yourself, Veronese - very happy and very well, thank you!

Hold on a minute is he riding on the pavement ...? :roll:

meanredspider

itboffin wrote:

Hold on a minute is he riding on the pavement ...? :roll:

And his dad is stood in the middle of the road

He's wearing jeans too Though I did insist he wore his lid and gloves for his very first spin around the cul-de-sac (that's how much I trust my own bike-building skills ). We subsequently did 15 miles entirely on the road

colm_gti

My new Sunday best....



It might have been cheap to buy, but lets not forget this is a premium level frameset, and it feels every bit of it, a joy to ride!

daniel_b

colm_gti wrote:

My new Sunday best....



It might have been cheap to buy, but lets not forget this is a premium level frameset, and it feels every bit of it, a joy to ride!

That looks very nice - high saddle, quite a drop to the bars.
Apologies if it has been said already, but what frame size is it, what height and what inside leg if you dinnae mind!

Is that the full default supplied amount of spacers and you have cut the steerer down?

Is that an inline seatpost...?

jonny_trousers

colm_gti wrote:

My new Sunday best....



It might have been cheap to buy, but lets not forget this is a premium level frameset, and it feels every bit of it, a joy to ride!

Oh you complete b@stard! You've just cost me another £100!!! I had a sneaking suspicion that white saddle with white tape was the way to go, but I talked myself out of it as I already had a black Romin Evo Pro.

Gorgeous looking bike, Colm!

Great to hear your boy's enjoying his MRS

Mine's going to be another week or two, but it will be well worth the wait.

daniel_b

colm_gti wrote:

My new Sunday best....



It might have been cheap to buy, but lets not forget this is a premium level frameset, and it feels every bit of it, a joy to ride!

That looks very nice - high saddle, quite a drop to the bars.
Apologies if it has been said already, but what frame size is it, what height and what inside leg?

colm_gti

Yep, high saddle, decent drop to the bars. Got the steerer cut to use all the spacers until I had it set up comfortably, still feels a little high with just the scott spacer under the stem, might slam it to the HT. Was on a 58cm frame previous to this, headtube was too tall and couldn't get a decent drop despite having a 10 degree stem slammed so went for the next size down, much, much better.

I'm 6'2", not sure of exact inseam, wear a 34" leg jeans...body is fairly used to being on a bike now though, probably not advisable for someone of my height to be on a 56cm frame...

Absolutely fantastic frame though, seriously light and responsive, love it!

colm_gti

Another shot, for vanity sake...

colm_gti

While the white saddle and bartape look I've gone for does look good, it makes the bike look very Canyon-esque. I had every intention of going stealthy with a black saddle and black/grey bartape, but my arse likes Fizik Arione CX now, and I couldn't afford to fork out another £100 for a new black saddle on top of the cost of the frame, so used my current white one and matched it up with the white bartape.

rolf_f

One thing I'm contemplating is getting mine lacquered. The matt paint finish is just hopeless. One finger mark and to get rid of it about all you can do is wash the frame with soapy water; what it will be like when it is actually properly dirty heaven knows! Compared to the Ribble that looks immaculate after a quick wipedown, this is the most impractical paint finish known to man!

Presume there are no particular pitfalls to getting clearcoats done on this sort of painted carbon finish?

jonny_trousers

colm_gti wrote:

While the white saddle and bartape look I've gone for does look good, it makes the bike look very Canyon-esque.

Hmm, I get your point. Stealth it is for now.

Cupras

Where can I order this?

sloppyschleckonds

Ebay?

cedar404

Just wondering if anyone who ordered via flubit has received their frame ?
I used flubit and got a price of £479, my order status did nothing for 3 days and
then went to cancelled. I ordered early enough that they had stock so I'm kinda
curious as to what has gone on. I'm not too bothered as it was a frivolous purchase
but it does seem like my order has been rejected perhaps in favour of someone
paying full price direct to westbrook.

itboffin

Just had confirmation mine will dispatch today and they've now totally sold out.

markhewitt1978

itboffin wrote:

Just had confirmation mine will dispatch today and they've now totally sold out.

Man . Why didn't I order this yesterday morning when I had the chance and sorted out talking to the wife later

I might have to buy some new wheels instead to cheer me up, at least that's an 'invisible' purchase.

tincaman

markhewitt1978 wrote:

itboffin wrote:

Just had confirmation mine will dispatch today and they've now totally sold out.

Man . Why didn't I order this yesterday morning when I had the chance and sorted out talking to the wife later

I might have to buy some new wheels instead to cheer me up, at least that's an 'invisible' purchase.

As quoted before they now have the Scott CR1 Pro for sale
http://www.westbrookcycles.co.uk/frames-c6/road-frames-c112/scott-cr1-pro-hmf-road-frame-set-2012-p194664

markhewitt1978

How would you rate the 'pro' frame then? As I'm still tempted (although will probably leave it too long again, especially since I'd be comparing it to the SL)