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Phil Lehmberg
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: May 7, 2012
Strengths: Stiff but comfortable. And it's titanium. Perfect blend of performance, comfort and durability.Weaknesses: It's rider.Bottom Line: I finally sold my 10 year old Litespeed Classic. Forget going to carbon. I wanted something as comfortable and durable as the Classic but more responsive. The R230 was the answer. I could have gone up to get the Hellx or the R330 but there was no reason. I outfitted it with a full Campy Record 11 group EC 90 fork & King headset &vcustom Alpha 340 rims with Campy hubs and Hutchinson Fusion 3 tubeless clinchers and Brooks B15 saddle. What a bike. Looks good and rides even better. I went straight to Dob Erwin at the factory as there was no dealer close to me and he was great. I've ridden this bike now for three months and I love this bike so much I bought my wife one and cannot wait to get it.
Price Paid:
$2400.00
Purchased At: Factory
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steven55
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: November 12, 2011
Strengths: Smooth as silk. Flawless welds. Still very fast and can climb with the best.Great customer service. Very stable bike and looks awesome in mill finish.Weaknesses: NoneBottom Line: Talking with Steve at Bicycledoctor and dealing with him before, I went in search of a titanium bike after I sold my Litespeed vortex and missed it so much. I have bought many things off Steve and knew that he knew his stuff. He recommended the Lynskey 230 if I was wanting something that rode smooth and still fast. I have a cervelo R 5 for racing and the steep hills and wanted something for the long training rides that would be smooth and yet still be plenty fast. So I bought the Lynskey 230 stock frame w/o riding it since the measurements came really close to my cervelo and madone. I must say this was the least expensive frame I have ever bought, but the wisest choice ever. I put Zipp 404 clinchers on it ( yeah I know- why not tubies) because I have the 303 tubies and I wanted the aero and not worry about flats on my long training rides by myself. The ride is buttery smooth and I am a stickler when it comes to comfort. I contemplated the Cervelo S 5 until I rode one and decided what good is fast if when your done riding it , you feel like you just went 9 rounds with George Foreman. The cervelo R 5 is definitely snappier than the Lynskey but not anywhere near as smooth. I had one problem with the shimano cassette being defective and as usual, one call to Steve at bicycledoctor and he had a 3 way call to Shimano immediately and had one sent to me within minutes. Customer service is what it's all about and bicycledoctor has mastered it. This bike rides better than ANYTHING I have ever ridden and I have had some very expensive bikes. I was going to go custom Seven but this geometry fit me as good as any custom and was alot less expensive. The welds are flawless and the people at Lynskey bend over backwards to help with any questions. If your looking for all day comfort and yet still have something that will cruise and climb with the best out there - look no farther.
Favorite Ride: hocking hills ohio
Price Paid:
$2200.00
Purchased At: Bicycledoctor in ind
Similar Products Used: Cervelo R 5, Cervelo S 5, Colnago C-50, Every Trek Madone made, Litespeed Vortex, Bianchi steel,
Bike Setup: Lynskey 230 stock frame in small (I normally ride a 51 cervelo and a 52 Trek, 3T ergosum shallow drop bars with 3T stem, Chris King headset, 3t Dorico carbon seat post with a carbon rail Terry fly saddle, Zipp 404 clincher wheels with Michelin Pro- race 3's, Dura- Ace 7950 compact with a 12-27 cassette and an engine that probably doesn't so this bike justice
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Harry Brandicourt
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: September 29, 2011
Strengths: Ti is a fabulous bike material
Lynskey does a great job
The home office staff is top notch - friendly, informative, and helpful
Great website - easy to get info and understandWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: Have been riding bikes since I was a kid and love anything with two wheels. Was riding an AL tri bike (Giant) and a classic steel Peugeot bought in Germany in 1990.
Was about to have to repaint and get an updated gruppo on the Peugeot so started looking at bikes. Liked AL and steel but was really drawn to Ti. It looks great - seems to be bomb proof - and pretty light. Was not into carbon since I do not baby my bikes and was worried about cracks and dings.
Rode a Lynskey and fell in love with the geometry, ride, and the fact that it is made in the US.
Favorite Ride: any ride
Price Paid:
$2700.00
Purchased At: Jim's Bike Shop, Cin
Similar Products Used: Giant OCR2
Peugeot Tourmolet
Motobecane Mondo
Bike Setup: Shimano 105
Easton EC 90 forks
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Andrew Day
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: September 28, 2011
Strengths: Feels very reponsive. Nice stiff frame, No flexing around the Bottom Bracket during out of the saddle climbs. well finished off frame.Weaknesses: no weakness'es come to mind regarding the physical build quality and performance. Only minor - Lynskey decals do not seem durable as are peeling off frame (minor complaint). Maybe wished i'd had the decals etched instead.Bottom Line: I have had my R230 for 3 months now in the United Kingdom and what can i say? WHAT A GREAT BIKE!
Discounting it light weight, it is fast and comfortable absorbing the road just right. Stops on a shoe string with no shuddering.
Favorite Ride: Argos - Capetown
Price Paid:
$4750.00
Purchased At: LYNSKY- Chatanooga
Bike Setup: Sram Force Gruppo, Mavic Kysrium SL wheels with Michlin pro 3 race tyres. Selle Italia sl Saddle, FSA Seat post stem and handlebar. Easton EC90 curved fork. LOOK KEO carbon/ti pedals.
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Chris
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: June 22, 2011
Strengths: 1) Ride quality
2) Aesthetics
3) Titanium is forever!
4) Reasonable light wt
5) Love the compact gearing and SRAM drivetrainWeaknesses: The ritchey seat post squeaks and creaks alot. Will be replaced soon. The Easton forks isn't that stiff so, the front wheel vibrates under heavy front braking. The headtube badge is beginning to show signs of wear. Probably not a good idea to mix bronze and paint for the headtube badge with a titanium ride.Bottom Line: 2010 Lynskey R230 - the Ghost. I have had the bike for about a year and still wonder why I didn't get one sooner. The ride is unbelievable. Very smooth and quiet! Honestly, I often do not notice pavement irregularities that make my buddies uncomfortable. I often had significant back pain with the Kestrel but, almost none with this bike. This bike is probably great for a recreational rider/occ racer type who wants a quick ride that handles well but, is still comfortable for the long haul. Not recommended for sprinters/crit racer types.
Favorite Ride: Northern Okinawa Hills
Price Paid:
$3500.00
Purchased At: Lynskey.com
Similar Products Used: Several Kestrels (Talon, 200SC), Peugot, Schwinn
Bike Setup: R230 with flames, Easton EC90 SLX fork, Fulcrum 7 wheels, Cane Creek Headset, Force/Rival group mix, Vittoria Open Corsa tires, FSA stem/bars, Ritchey seat post, Selle Italia saddle
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