Madlight Posted August 25, 2013 Share Hey guys, I'm on the verge of buying a Venge and was wondering if any of you have some long term reviews out there. I mostly ride flat and fast (ish for an old man) and leave the climbing to the mountain goats out there. I was thinking of the Tarmac or similar, but like the sledgehammer appeal of the Venge although I'm a bit concerned that it might be a bit too harsh. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted August 25, 2013 Share I've been looking at the Specialized Venge or Roubaix for awhile now, all the reviews I have seen have been good, for both. Sorry i cannot offer any personal experience with the Venge. I'm also considering a new bike i can use for normal road and IM distance triathlon. The only thing i dont like about the Venge are the Aero tubes which imo add unnessecary weight due to extra material required for the tear drop shape. IMO the aero profile shaped tubes are a waste of time unless you are constantly riding at speeds of 35 kmh or higher, but that just a personal femish of mine.... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2038883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted August 26, 2013 Share Bumped Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2039401 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cippo Posted August 26, 2013 Share http://www.bikerumor.com/2013/05/23/long-term-review-specialized-venge-pro-aero-road-bike/ Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2039435 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlight Posted August 26, 2013 Share Cool stuff, thanks guys. I've pushed the button on a S-works matt black stealth bomber and going for SRAM red 22 (the budget just doesn't stretch to Campy Record). Sportsworld.co.za 1 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2040192 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsworld.co.za Posted August 26, 2013 Share Cool stuff, thanks guys. I've pushed the button on a S-works matt black stealth bomber and going for SRAM red 22 (the budget just doesn't stretch to Campy Record). Nice bike, I'm going to keep an eye out for you on the R27 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2040195 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted August 26, 2013 Share Cool stuff, thanks guys. I've pushed the button on a S-works matt black stealth bomber and going for SRAM red 22 (the budget just doesn't stretch to Campy Record). PIctures otherwise........ Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2040254 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlight Posted August 26, 2013 Share The build should be done by Friday if all goes well. Pics to follow. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2040312 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlight Posted August 28, 2013 Share Meezo and cruiser 2 Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2041935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Zone Posted August 28, 2013 Share That frame looks the business, cant go wrong with Spez IMO, and of course Aero is everything, I hope you have some nice hoops to put on that guy Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2041969 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted August 30, 2013 Share The build should be done by Friday if all goes well. Pics to follow. It are Friday Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2045438 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOOK695 Posted August 30, 2013 Share That is seriously stunning Enjoy the bike and envious stares . Post pic of completed build once done Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2045457 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cippo Posted August 30, 2013 Share I hope that Campag tattoo is not yours seeing as you are putting Red 22 on that baby. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2045462 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlight Posted August 30, 2013 Share Picking up on Sat now..... And the Mad Fiber hoops are still somewhere at customs. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2045465 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roulier Posted August 30, 2013 Share What size frame is that? Looks like a 56 or thereabouts. Pity about the Campag budgetry constraints, but quite understandable. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2045473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madlight Posted August 30, 2013 Share She is a 54cm Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/130253-long-term-review-of-the-sworks-venge/#findComment-2045476 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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