My new Audax 853

[Neil Jones]

Just a quick post to announce that I am the very proud owner of Jag's Audax 853. 

I popped over on the ferry to pick it up yesterday. Huge thank you to Anto and his wife for the wonderful hospitality. I could have listened to him for hours talking about bikes and cycling in general, he really knows his stuff. It was nice to actually meet somebody that you've known via the forum for a long time.

Thanks again Anto (Jag's), you are a class fella for sure.

Regards,
Neil

[JimK]

Excellent! That really sounds like a great bike! Yeah I barely imagine the bantering!

[jags]

Well Neil all i can say is have many happy miles on that beauti i'm glad it fitted you perfect.likewise  it was great to meet you.the wall here beside me looks bare with no bike leaning up against it  .be sure to post a few photos of its new home the one i took of you is on facebook i'll ask dan if he gets a chance to post it on here.

sorry lads i said nothing about the sale i didnt want to spoil it for Neil.

im now on the hunt for another bike  
happy trails neil and stay safe and keep that bike clean.
cheers
anto.

[Danneaux]

All congratulations, Neil; what a thrill and so happy for you.

Received your very nice email in reply to the photo I sent. If you need help posting it, I have written a little tutorial on uploading and linking photo attachments here: http://www.thorncycles.co.uk/forums/index.php?topic=4313.0  If you have trouble, let me know. You might wish to wait till it is personalized to your needs or post now. Either way, a very nice and happy day for you.

Best wishes for many happy journeys with your lovely new Audax!

Dan.

[Neil Jones]

Thanks everyone,
Dan, I'm going to wait until I put my stamp on it I think, hopefully Santa might bring me a few goodies.
If I have any trouble posting photos I'll let you know.
Cheers,
Neil

[Danneaux]

Wonderful, Neil.

Santa will have an easy job of it for you this year! 

Just enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!

All the best,

Dan.

[jags]

well im still huinting for a new frame  having no luck so far. came across a couple bikes i like NEW but i just want the frameset build it up meself over time, but no joy its buy the bike or nothing this is how they make there money rubbish wheels and lower end  groupset,ah well i'll keep hunting

 

[Neil Jones]

Keep looking Anto, you've plenty of time until the weather starts picking up again.
can't wait to see the pics of your new build.
Neil

[jags]

still looking neil  just spotted a beautifull Terry Dolan carbon jobbie but it only 44cm frame i email them with my height and inside leg measurements if it fits then the price is right .they also have a class 52cm frame  pity there no 48 or 50.

anyway dan wont allow  a none thorn on here  so you will have to tune into facebook for pic's..
did you get a spin on the new bike yet..


anto.

[Neil Jones]

Fingers crossed eh!
Went for quick spin yesterday, although I had to wear my trainers and use the flat sides of the pedals as I have Time cleats on my cycling shoes (debating whether to go over to Shimano). It goes like a dream, lively but well balanced, still getting used the the bar end shifters. Not really fine tuned the fit yet as back to work today. The RST seemed very heavy on my commute in comparison although I carry a fair bit in my rack bag and is shod in Marathon Plus at the moment. The Audax is a different animal and will make my leisure time rides great fun but the Rohloff has it's place too. I'm very fortunate that I have the best of both worlds now   
Regards,
Neil

[jags]

Neil sus out a pair of lightweight wheels you wont be sorry i guarantee it.(9 speed hub)nice pair of slicks.anyway enjoy  let you know if i get a frame.
anto.

oh yeah dont forget the scottish audax  on iplayer if you can manage to  stick it on a disk  that would be magic.

 

[Neil Jones]

No problem, I'll do that.
All the best,
Neil