Sale on Javelin complete bikes (Page 4)

I didn't tell them to ask for a signature (I often do, but I didn't in this case).  I don't know if they did it automatically or what...

After reading about the sizing (specifically Sty who is 5'10" getting the 51 and it fitting) I'm feeling better about the size I ordered.  I had talked to Dave and he'd recommended a 57, but then I spoke to the person who will be doing my fit, and he recommended a 55.  I ended up with the 54 because the 55's came with 650 wheels, and Geoff figured I'd be better off with the 54 that came with the 700 wheels, and that there was virtually no difference because of how they measure.  Even still, if it doesn't fit, I can sell the frame and get another one in the correct size...and I'll have some pretty sweet components to put on it.

oops...i realized that Sty actually said he was 5'8". I still feel better about my size choice. 

I should be getting mine today...gonna do some work from home to sit here and wait for it... 

I just bought the Fara, myself. First road bike ever! I never thought I'd get components like this within my $600 budget. According to the fit calculators online, and in relation to the specs on the bikes I've test ridden, it seems like the measurements of the Fara aren't too far off -- so I'm confident the fit will be workable. Just a little concerned about the standover on the 51cm (I have a 31" inseam, so it should work, I think?)

I am beyond stoked right now.

(Last night, I tried to convince my wife of six months to let me buy a Fara and a Narni [save on shipping!], even though its my first season doing tris. She still has some hang-ups regarding the cost of this sport, so she didn't bite.)

Mine is at my LBS getting tuned up...I keep looking at my phone for the call to come pick it up.

I know the feeling! 

i'm looking at the sizzano and the varese.  Anyone know the differences between the two frames besides one has campy and the other is 105?

I'm 6' and think I'd be on a 56cm  Anyone 6' and order one of these frames?  Would a 55 in the sizzano be a closer fit then a 57 on the varese?  Anyone know if they still have them in these sizes?

I'd call but it's sunday

I ordered the Narni...was originally going to go with the 57 (I'm 6'1", but spoke with someone who sold Javelins and he recommended the 55 (didn't want me to be sitting with the aerobars in my face because I could just barely clear the seat).  I ended up getting a 54 because the 55 had 650 wheels and the 54 has 700.  I was a little afraid at first, but I have it mostly assembled, and believe it to be a good size.  I still have to get a fit done, but I think it was a good call.

We got a Parma and a Fara. 

For the Fara I had to:
Attach the front brake (& cable)
Attach the handlebars
Install the seatpost

For the Parma, I had to:
Run all 4 cables (casings, casing ends, and cable ends were in a bag)
Attach the handlebars
Install the seatpost

I'll have to install the aerobars on the Parma, but there aren't any instructions, just a bag o' parts from Oval Concepts.  I've e-mailed OC for instructions. 

For the Parma - I emailed OC for the install directions.  They sent them quickly.  I will forward them via email to ayone that needs them.  Just PM me.

I'm a bit quesy right now. I bought a Varese which will be replacing my antiquated '95 Klein Aeolus. I'm quesy because even though I've had it only 2 years, I love that old bike. But I couldn't pass up this deal to get a brand new bike.

I'm 6'1" with a 34" inseam (ie same trunk size as you two) and my current tri bike has a 57cm top tube length. I think I may be a smidge stretched out on it and have ordered a 57cm Varese which has a 56cm top tube. IMHO, this is the most important measurement for bike to rider compatibility. I think y'all will be fine.