Thanks for such a detailed and informative review. I really apprciate
it.
Cheers.
Alan

--- J T <jrrepo@...> wrote:
> I have recently spec'ed my bike (expected April sometime) with the
> FSA SLK - and, this changed my entire build. Originally going for
> the Campy Chorus Carbon Compact, but due to the old style wedge
> spindle I am now leaning toward a Shimano configuration with the
> above referenced crankset (Isis-standard bottom bracket). Why the
> SLK? At a recent bike show here in Seattle I had a chance to talk
> with the FSA guys (they are based here). The general concenus is
> that 40-gram savings in weight is not worth the additional spend. To
> my understanding, the difference between the two is that the K-Force
> is hand laid up and has a nicer visual appeal. The SLK is
> compression molded around an aluminum sleeve (hence the +40 grams) -
> it still has the good looks of carbon and should compliment your
> Parlee just fine. The key is that when you order, be sure to spec
> the correct rings - this in not presently listed in the FSA parts
> catalogue - they have three types: Shimano 9-spd, Shimano 10-spd,
> and
> Campy CT. This is important, since each system utilizies a
> different chain and hence has a different corresponding ramp and pin
> design on the rings.
>
> Other things to think about if you are concerned about "optimum"
> front derailleur shifting: Campy is offering a CT (compact) specific
> derailleur (more curve to the cage for better pick up and release);
> also, IRD is expected to be releasing a USA made compact front
> derailleur this winter / spring. Don't be surprised if Shimano
> offers something similar next year (just a guess).
>
> Finally - sorry to hear about all the crappy weather everyone has
> been having back east - in Seattle, this is the driest winter in ~30
> years - I have been getting in 100 - 150 mile weeks since late
> December, with a high of 180-miles the first week of March (amount of
> daylight has been the real issue!!!!!).
>
> Alan <alan257@...> wrote:
>
> Carbon Crank recommendations?
> Hi: I want to get some new cranks and could anyone please let me know
> what carbon cranks they would recommend? I was think about the FSA
> K-FORCE MEGAEXO Crank, does anyone have any experience with them?
> Thanks!
> Alan
>
> PS:
> Knee update: I have been the PT for a few weeks and I am about ready
> to get back on the bike from a 3 month rest and one month since my
> surgery. I am feeling much better, not yet 100% and I hope that my
> knee problems are in the past.
>
>
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