A new project build of the road bike variety! Huh? With the semi-recent launch of Shimano’s R8170 12-Speed Di2 groupset, an opportunity presented itself to review the groupset, one which is designed for pavement-going cyclists. JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew still rides on the pavement semi-regularly, and presents a collaboration with Shimano and Lynskey Titanium Bicycles, for an interesting disc brake road bike build project.
In this video, JOM Of the Gravel Cyclist crew unboxes the Lynskey Helix Pro Titanium Road Frame and complementing disc brake carbon fork, along with a look at all of the components kindly provided by Shimano / PRO Bike Gear. This video includes weighing all of the parts that comprise the build. There are likely to be several wheelsets featured on this bike, the first of which is the Corima Essentia 40.
Lynskey Ti Helix Pro Road Bike Project Video
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Our friends at Brickyard Bike Co. of Phenix City, Alabama, will be handling the build of this fine machine.
Lynskey Helix Pro Disc
“The Helix Pro Disc is designed with our Race geometry and disc brakes for additional stopping power. The benefits of the Helix frame include overall frame stiffness and handling, with optimal speed and lightweight. The addition of disc brakes takes your performance to the next level. Internal downtube and chainstay cable routing lends to clean lines and aero performance. New rear end with half-yoke design allows ample clearance for 32c tires.”
- Tapered Headtube compatible with any carbon tapered steerer tube fork for more responsive handling
- Race-tuned 6AL/4V diamond shaped top tube is engineered for the pinnacle of performance and durability
- Helix 3AL/2.5V down tube for added stiffness and stability
- Race leading geometry allows for aggressive position, excellent stability and precise handling
- Internal Tube within a Tube Downtube Cable Routing and internal chainstay routing
- Stiff and lightweight
- Flat mount disc brake mount
Frame & Fork Weight
The Groupset: Shimano Ultegra R8170 12-Speed Di2
Di2 Wires are not pictured, but the pair weighs a paltry 16 grams.
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Links of Interest:
- Lynskey Titanium Bicycles – https://lynskeyperformance.com
- Shimano – https://bike.shimano.com
- PRO Bike Gear – https://www.pro-bikegear.com/us/
- Corima – https://corima.com
- Lynskey Performance Titanium Bicycles Factory Tour
- Mark Lynskey of Lynskey Performance Designs – Part One
- Mark Lynskey of Lynskey Performance Designs – Part Two
- Mark Lynskey of Lynskey Performance Designs – Part Three
- Lynskey Pro GR Gravel Bike Review
- Brickyard Bike Co. – https://brickyardbikeco.com
- Corima Essentia 40 Wheelset Preview
- INSIDE the Robert Axle Project & Old Man Mountain Racks: Bend, Oregon
Niner MCR 9 RDO Project Bike Build Videos:
- CLASSIFIED SHIFTING Build Video: Part One – Niner MCR + Fox + Classified + FSA + Campagnolo
- CLASSIFIED SHIFTING Build Video: Part Two – Niner MCR + Fox + Classified + FSA + Campagnolo + Snap Cycling
- Gravel Cyclist’s Route Library
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