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Look 596 I-Pack review

  • Price Paid:$0.00
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    (5)
  • Would buy again from this company: Yes
  • Used product for: 1 months
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"This is my dream bike. I've owned a number of Cervelo's and was always professionally fit. The ride quality, performance and innovations included in the 596 puts the other bikes I've owned to shame. On a final note, I would not buy this bike from an internet retailer unless you know exactly what size you are. As an example, a small 596 is comparable to a 54cm bike. Do not attempt to cut the seat mast yourself unless you know EXACTLY how much to take off - measure 5 times and cut 1."jase714

(5)

Ease of installation

The cable housing are a component of the frame and the bare wires are routed through the frame.

(0)

Ease of use

It's a bike; get on and pedal.

(5)

Quality of Construction

Superb!

(5)

Fit

Look sizing is different than the majority of other manufacturers. However, there is a large amount of adjustability with the 596 I-Pack. The frame comes with the Look Ergo Stem and the range of adjustment with the stem is incredible. The stem can also be mounted in 2 different locations. The seat mast will need to be cut to the needs of the rider but the seat post comes with spacers allowing for 40mm of adjustment for changes that need to be made.

(5)

Comfort

By far the most comfortable bike I have ridden.

(5)

Adjustability

See notes on fit.

(0)

Durability

Time will tell.

(5)

Value

This is an expensive frame but when you consider everything it comes with it makes it more reasonable. The frame includes Look manufactured Zed Monobloc Trilobe cranks designed specifically for the bike. With these cranks the rider must use the Look KEO ZED pedals. When the pedals are mounted to the cranks the rider has the option of mounting them so the crank arms are 170, 172.5 or 175mm. The cranks also include holes for both 130 and 110 BCD so the rider can use standard size OR compact chainrings without changing the cranks. The frame also includes the Look Ergo Stem and the Monoblade fork. The E32 seat post has integrated elastomers that can be changed out depending on how the rider wants the bike to feel.

(5)

Appearance

Awesome LOOKing.

(5)

Performance

The bike is stiff yet comfortable. I use the softest elastomers and the bike soaks up any road noise that I've encountered. It climbs like a coat on the hills and goes like cheetah on the flats. During descents the bike is very stable and responsive.

Strengths

Integrated crank, bottom bracket and pedal system.
Replaceable RD hanger.
Integrated fork and stem.

Weakness

Lack of options in choosing pedals.

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