Well done... I just purchased a Vitus 979 frame from ebay and I'm looking forward to building it up. Other people are using a modern 130mm spaced rear hub without a problem on this frame. I will let you know how it works for me. Thanks Frank
Yeah, I was told that it had been pushed to 130mm spacing, but that it could cause some rub with the chain.. Let me know how it goes! It's a great frame! I love the ride it gives.
From what I read, people were having issues with the crank rubbing against the chain stays when using a 130mm hub. Once again, I will let you know how it works out for me. Frank
Well the mileage on my new Vitus is starting to add up and overall Im very impressed with the bike. Im convinced that this bike rides as well as my very expensive carbon fiber bike especially on the flats. When it comes to the hills the other bike certainly has some advantages but then again it should since it costs five times as much. Im not having any issues with the 130mm spacing on the rear Im using a Dura Ace 10 speed with Dura Ace down tube shifters. Cheers...
That's awesome! Yeah, I get a bit of creaking sometimes when I'm standing, powering up a steep section, but other than that, mine's a great ride too. I'm glad yours is working out so well for you! Maybe if I upgrade again, I'll go with 130mm spacing.
You and me both; I have a long ways to go with my conditioning. Im also trying to learn more about nutrition so I can get the most out of my training rides. Upgrading to 10 speeds is nice but not a must. Spending lots of time on the bike is a must.
Thanks, Thomas! Actually, I just got an endorsement from National Kidney Foundation, AND they're going to get in touch with some of their cyclists from Transplant Games and see if we can form a team!
Well, for now I'm using it as transportation... using it for my commute to work, church, etc. But I do enjoy riding... especially going fast. I also like being healthy, and for me, being able to complete the Triple Bypass after all I've been through seems an ultimate physical achievement to really confirm that I'm 100 percent again.
Well done... I just purchased a Vitus 979 frame from ebay and I'm looking forward to building it up. Other people are using a modern 130mm spaced rear hub without a problem on this frame. I will let you know how it works for me. Thanks Frank
Festool4 2 years ago
Yeah, I was told that it had been pushed to 130mm spacing, but that it could cause some rub with the chain.. Let me know how it goes! It's a great frame! I love the ride it gives.
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
From what I read, people were having issues with the crank rubbing against the chain stays when using a 130mm hub. Once again, I will let you know how it works out for me. Frank
Festool4 2 years ago
Well the mileage on my new Vitus is starting to add up and overall Im very impressed with the bike. Im convinced that this bike rides as well as my very expensive carbon fiber bike especially on the flats. When it comes to the hills the other bike certainly has some advantages but then again it should since it costs five times as much. Im not having any issues with the 130mm spacing on the rear Im using a Dura Ace 10 speed with Dura Ace down tube shifters. Cheers...
Festool4 2 years ago
That's awesome! Yeah, I get a bit of creaking sometimes when I'm standing, powering up a steep section, but other than that, mine's a great ride too. I'm glad yours is working out so well for you! Maybe if I upgrade again, I'll go with 130mm spacing.
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
You and me both; I have a long ways to go with my conditioning. Im also trying to learn more about nutrition so I can get the most out of my training rides. Upgrading to 10 speeds is nice but not a must. Spending lots of time on the bike is a must.
Festool4 2 years ago
Hi Belinda,
nice bike!
Take care
dabiribd 2 years ago
9/24/09
Excellent presentation of your bike, CR. I'm proud of you
T
dadhiltonmps 2 years ago 3
Thanks, Thomas! Actually, I just got an endorsement from National Kidney Foundation, AND they're going to get in touch with some of their cyclists from Transplant Games and see if we can form a team!
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Beautiful bike, and I'll bet it's a dream to ride.
anmoose 2 years ago 3
Thanks, Moosie! It's great! It's certainly an improvement on what it was before. The gearing was all wrong for this terrain before.
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Awesome Bike my lady.
scottklaw 2 years ago 4
Thanks, my friend!
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Looks like a sweet ride, CR, well done. :-)
Urgelt 2 years ago 4
Thanks! It's an AWESOME ride!
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Never was a bike person. Even as a child I thought of them as transportation, not as a passion.
DynaCatlovesme 2 years ago 4
Well, for now I'm using it as transportation... using it for my commute to work, church, etc. But I do enjoy riding... especially going fast. I also like being healthy, and for me, being able to complete the Triple Bypass after all I've been through seems an ultimate physical achievement to really confirm that I'm 100 percent again.
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Nice! I am a bike rider also! No marathons, just fun and exercise and beautiful views! 5 awesome stars!
enjoythevoyage 2 years ago 3
Thanks! Well, I'm on the "getting back in shape" part of riding... then onward to the Triple Bypass! It's great exercise & easy on the knees.
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Looks good not that I know what I'm talking about but at least it looks pretty solid and cool. Good luck on the ride! :)
UpDownMostly 2 years ago 2
Lol, yeah, I don't expect a lot of people to get the technical details. Thanks for watching!
CircaRigeI 2 years ago
Very cool bike. I liked the side pulls. Nice offset to keep them even.
Overall nice parts and frame.
Wishing you well in your ride :)
RedSmoky 2 years ago 2
Thanks, Red! It was fun rebuilding it.
CircaRigeI 2 years ago