Please post photos of your Parlee!
If you have a photo(s) of your Parlee, please post it in Photo Album
in a directory called "Your Ride!"

Thanks so much for all who have participated in all the polls!

Alan

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Hi:
I just moved these photos into "your ride".
http://photos.groups.yahoo.com/group/parleebikes/lst?.dir=/Your+Ride!&.src=gr&.o\
rder=&.view=t&.done=http%3a//briefcase.yahoo.com/
Alan

--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, Ron Cole <ronwcole@y...> wrote:
> Can't find the picture?  Where'd it go!?
>
> run100z <tino8@e...> wrote:
> Just posted my new z3c on the photo link.  I will try to get some
> better pictures when the sun comes up.  Here is the set-up:
>
> Seat- Fizik Alliante
> Post- Deda Blackstick Carbon
> Cranks- Stronglight
> B.B- FSA Platinum Ti
> Pedals- Speedplay Ti
> Stem- FSA OS--115
> Bars- Kestrel EMS Pro-SL
> Derailers- Campy Record
> Brakes- Campy Record
> Wheels- Nimble Spider
> Fork- Easton 90SLX
> Rider- Not worthy of such a fine machine
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Just posted my new z3c on the photo link.  I will try to get some
better pictures when the sun comes up.  Here is the set-up:

Seat- Fizik Alliante
Post- Deda Blackstick Carbon
Cranks- Stronglight
B.B- FSA Platinum Ti
Pedals- Speedplay Ti
Stem- FSA OS--115
Bars- Kestrel EMS Pro-SL
Derailers- Campy Record
Brakes- Campy Record
Wheels- Nimble Spider
Fork- Easton 90SLX
Rider- Not worthy of such a fine machine

The MegaExo is on the list. Back ordered until 1/15/05 at least at
CC. I like the big gear also, but my legs cannot seem to support it
enough to make worthwhile.

The original plan was to go with the Kyserium Sl and have the silver
outline decals. I would add silver cages and have that Oakland
Raiders Black & Silver thing going. Topo's throw off the plan.

--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "ex99125b" <ex99125b@y...> wrote:
>
> My Z2 (yellow outline decals) is also about that far from delivery.
>
> FSA is coming out with a road version of their atb mega exo
crank/bb.
> The road external bearing crank/bb called the "k-force mega exo".
It
> should be available any time now, certainly by the time our bikes
are
> done. Its my choice, for a few reasons:
> I can keep my Ergo shifter and still get the external bearings,I
like
> the idea of the external bearings, but wont go dura-ace.
> I have had some trouble with the Chorus square taper.
> I like the big gear.
>
> Its a non compact (53-39) crank, same carbon set up as the compact.
>
> I went with Velocity Deep V wheelset(32F/36R) on Chorus hubs.
Slightly
> heavy but so am I, I need the stoutness.
>
> I will also go with a Fizik saddle, but prefer the Arione; very
> comfortable.
> Other than the reynolds fork and the Chorus/Record mix I havent
chosen
> the other bits yet.
>
> jim
>
>
> --- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "gtrossi" <gtrossi@w...> wrote:
> >
> > Although delivery of my Z1x is at least 6 weeks away, I'm
thinking
> > of what to hang on her. Thoughts/comments appreciated.
> >
> > Working plan is:
> >
> > Topolino wheelset
> > Thompson X2 stem (coming out 1/05)
> > Thompson post (masterpiece)
> > DA 10 12-25
> > Fizik Aliante s
> addle
> > Ritchey bars
> > FSA carbon compact
> > Ouzo Pro Lite
> >
> > I'm especially looking for feedback on Topolino and Pro lite.

Does anyone have any experience with "Zero Gravity" Brake? I am
thinking about upgrading my brakes.
Thanks

My Z2 (yellow outline decals) is also about that far from delivery.

FSA is coming out with a road version of their atb mega exo crank/bb.
The road external bearing crank/bb called the "k-force mega exo". It
should be available any time now, certainly by the time our bikes are
done. Its my choice, for a few reasons:
I can keep my Ergo shifter and still get the external bearings,I like
the idea of the external bearings, but wont go dura-ace.
I have had some trouble with the Chorus square taper.
I like the big gear.

Its a non compact (53-39) crank, same carbon set up as the compact.

I went with Velocity Deep V wheelset(32F/36R) on Chorus hubs. Slightly
heavy but so am I, I need the stoutness.

I will also go with a Fizik saddle, but prefer the Arione; very
comfortable.
Other than the reynolds fork and the Chorus/Record mix I havent chosen
the other bits yet.

jim


--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "gtrossi" <gtrossi@w...> wrote:
>
> Although delivery of my Z1x is at least 6 weeks away, I'm thinking
> of what to hang on her. Thoughts/comments appreciated.
>
> Working plan is:
>
> Topolino wheelset
> Thompson X2 stem (coming out 1/05)
> Thompson post (masterpiece)
> DA 10 12-25
> Fizik Aliante s
addle
> Ritchey bars
> FSA carbon compact
> Ouzo Pro Lite
>
> I'm especially looking for feedback on Topolino and Pro lite.

Although delivery of my Z1x is at least 6 weeks away, I'm thinking
of what to hang on her. Thoughts/comments appreciated.

Working plan is:

Topolino wheelset
Thompson X2 stem (coming out 1/05)
Thompson post (masterpiece)
DA 10 12-25
Fizik Aliante saddle
Ritchey bars
FSA carbon compact
Ouzo Pro Lite

I'm especially looking for feedback on Topolino and Pro lite.

"Alan" asked ----
> I was wondering if any has heard if Parlee is plans to make a
mountain
> bike frame?

Hmm... No.

We've joked about building a carbon MTB, but will probably build a
cross bike first.  Unless of course, there is a big group of people
that really want one.

The best way to buy a PARLEE mountain bike would be to get together
5 people who would be willing to pay $10,000 each to have the first
5 "Signature Edition" PARLEE mountain frames, and we'll get
working! ;-)

Doug Foster
PARLEE Cycles

I actually had to deal with Parlee direct because they do not have a
dealer in Texas.  The level of service at Parlee is top notch and
they don't seem to mind the daily calls from customers asking "When
will my frame ship?

Joe

--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "Alan" <alan257@y...> wrote:
>
> Congratulations!! What bike shop did you purchase it from? Can't
wait
> to see the photos!!
> Cheers,
> Alan
>
> --- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "run100z" <tino8@e...> wrote:
> >
> > Just took possession of a Z3c on Thursday.  Without a doubt this
is
> > the best looking frame I have ever seen.  The glossy clear coat
with
> > the red outline decal looks phenomenal.  They guys in the shop
could
> > not keep their hands off the frame.  I will post some pics when
its
> > built up.

I was wondering if any has heard if Parlee is plans to make a mountain
bike frame?

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Congratulations!! What bike shop did you purchase it from? Can't wait
to see the photos!!
Cheers,
Alan

--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "run100z" <tino8@e...> wrote:
>
> Just took possession of a Z3c on Thursday.  Without a doubt this is
> the best looking frame I have ever seen.  The glossy clear coat with
> the red outline decal looks phenomenal.  They guys in the shop could
> not keep their hands off the frame.  I will post some pics when its
> built up.

Just took possession of a Z3c on Thursday.  Without a doubt this is
the best looking frame I have ever seen.  The glossy clear coat with
the red outline decal looks phenomenal.  They guys in the shop could
not keep their hands off the frame.  I will post some pics when its
built up.

I added some shots of our Jersey and Shorts to a photo album.  They
are $75 each, or $140 for a full kit.

Jerseys in Mens S, M, L, XL, Womens S, M, L.
Shorts in S, L, XL (out of M)

e-mail us at info@..., and we can get them out to you.
Either send us a check, or we can run your credit card.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

Doug

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Which PARLEE frame finish do you have?

   o Gloss clear coat
   o Matte finish clear coat
   o Custom paint (fades, panels, pearls, etc.


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Thanks Doug! Can you also provide some information about where we can
pruchase Parlee Jerseys and Shorts?
Alan


--- doug_foster <doug.foster@...> wrote:

>
> --- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "Alan" <alan257@y...> wrote:
> >
> > Can someone please tell me how many finishes that Parlee offers on
> > their frames and what are the names?
>
> We have three simple options:
> 1. Gloss clear coat
> 2. Matte finish clear coat
> 3. Custom paint (fades, panels, pearls, etc.)
>
> That said, *about* 90% have been gloss clear, 8% have been matte,
> and 2% color... or something roughly like that.
>
> We offer a number of decal colors, and can also make custom decal
> colors.  For example, we did a custom Blue/white decal set, where
> the blue matched a Blue King headset.
>
> I'll post some pictures in the gallery.
>
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--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, "Alan" <alan257@y...> wrote:
>
> Can someone please tell me how many finishes that Parlee offers on
> their frames and what are the names?

We have three simple options:
1. Gloss clear coat
2. Matte finish clear coat
3. Custom paint (fades, panels, pearls, etc.)

That said, *about* 90% have been gloss clear, 8% have been matte,
and 2% color... or something roughly like that.

We offer a number of decal colors, and can also make custom decal
colors.  For example, we did a custom Blue/white decal set, where
the blue matched a Blue King headset.

I'll post some pictures in the gallery.

Doug Foster
PARLEE Cycles

Can someone please tell me how many finishes that Parlee offers on
their frames and what are the names? I am trying to put together a new
poll. Thanks!
Alan

Thanks again! I went on a ride yesterday and someone asked me the
question about the mitering of the tubes and I kind of felt a bit dumb
not knowing the answer. I was surprised that he had even heard of
Parlee, most members of the bike club that I ride with don’t. So when I
came home for my own interest I when to Parlee’s web page and I did not
find the answer there and I was very happy to find that you knew the
answer.
Cheers,
Alan


--- Ryan Sabga <pointsracer@...> wrote:

>
> No worries.  I just wanted to make sure that you knew the difference
> between your bike and a C-50, Cervelo, and the rest of those lug and
> tube gluers.
>
>
> --- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, Alan <alan257@y...> wrote:
> > Thanks so much for your insightfull answer.
> >
> >
>
>
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between your bike and a C-50, Cervelo, and the rest of those lug and
tube gluers.


--- In PARLEEbikes@yahoogroups.com, Alan <alan257@y...> wrote:
> Thanks so much for your insightfull answer.
>
>

Thanks so much for your insightfull answer.


--- Ryan Sabga <pointsracer@...> wrote:

> The way it works is that the tubes are cut and mitered and put in the
> jig, then the lugs are made in place and molded in place.  The end
> result is nothing short of revolutionary:  unlike other bikes that
> have sloppy glue layers between the lugs and tubes, Parlees have
> none.  There is no glue demarcation line on a cross section of
> tube/lug.  This is a major part of why Bob's bikes ride more like a
> fine steel bike than everyone else's dead feeling carbon bikes.
>
> Alan <alan257@...> wrote:
> Frame question: Does anyone know if the carbon tubes that are used
> for
> the frames if they are straight cut or mitered to fit around the tube
> that they are joined to? Thanks!
> Alan
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Frame question: Does anyone know if the carbon tubes that are used for
the frames if they are straight cut or mitered to fit around the tube
that they are joined to? Thanks!
Alan

I have created a folder in the photo section called "Your Ride!" You
are welcome to put photos of you Parlee there.

Hey, I just signed up, so figured I should post info about our next
event.  For those local folks we'll be up at the Gloucester
CycloCross race on the 30th and 31st.  We'll have the Z1sl and the
Tri bike up there.

If it is a decent day and we have the right wheels we might even let
people ride!

Doug

I just put in my order for a z2, 55cm.  I chose an Alpha Q Sub 3
fork.  The next question is what color decals?  Parlee has about 7
choices.  I was initially thinking solid white but I like the red
with white outline.  Any thoughts?

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Which PARLEE frame do you own?

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   o Z1x
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