Description The natural evolution from the Leopard L1, Leopard Cycles introduces the CL1. Using external Carbon lugs on the primary frame triangle, while continuing to use the same main “structural web” tube shap...
Bike Setup: Full Ultegra SL group with 11-27 cassette, Wheelsmith Ultegra/Mavic Open Pro's, FSA carbon seatpost, Bontrager Race Lite 6061 stem, Ritchey Comp bar, Selle Italia SLK
Summary: I've had this bike for about six weeks. Shopped around a lot but kept going back to the pictures of the stealth bike online. Guys at leopard answers all my questions, worked with me on measurements, and made the online choice much easier to make. I live in the Northeast and its been a pretty cold November - hasn't stopped me from enjoying this bike to the fullest out in the elements and on the trainer.
Strengths: It's light, smooth, responsive and very quick. Also, stealth paint (matte clear paint) with minimalist clear glossy decals show the carbon weave at its best - get lots of + comments.
Weaknesses: None so far. Pretty much perfect and very easy to assemble right out of the special delivery box.
Similar Products Used: Marinoni - old school
Would you like to Comment? Join RoadbikeReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
Bike Setup: Leopard Cranks,stem,seatpost,campy drivetrain and wheels
Summary: I've had this bike for a year and enjoy it very much.It rides comfortably and climbs really well but the best part is the smooth predictable handling on the downhills,especially on rough roads.
Strengths: Ride and rough road handling.Great value for the money.
Similar Products Used: several Ti and steel bikes and Alan Carbonio
Summary: I was a bit leary of the fit buying a bike online (I'm 6'3") But after a few emails with Leopard, they assured me the fit would be correct. They were right. All I had to do was put on the fron wheel and pedals and i was off riding. I think I had to make a few minor adjustments but that's it. Bike came with a handy re-usable travel box (which, I have already put to good use) Nice custom paint, the handlebars are super comfy too with that wide 'shelf' to grip when not in the hoods or drops. This bike has it all, 100% carbon, light, killer paint, a great climbing and cornering bike. Never a front end wobble. And for the money, you cant beat it. This is a 15.75 pound bike with full Ultegra. I'd recommend this bike to anyone thinking of purchasing a new ride.
Strengths: quick acceleration.
stiff but gives a rather smooth ride in the rough stuff.
Very light weight.
coolness factor of owning a Leopard in New England, everybody makes comments.
Great climbing bike.
Weaknesses: None really
Similar Products Used: My Trek
Would you like to Comment? Join RoadbikeReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
Bike Setup: The bike I ordered was outfitted with Dura-ace except for the crankset, FSA which the company added at my request. I installed my own wheels & pedals. As stated earlier - perfect fit.
Summary: I've ridden many different frames & the Leopard CL1 is by far the most comfortable & lightest frame I have ever ridden. In addition the custom paint job is beautiful and to look at the bike is to want to ride it. The frame comes almost completely assembled in the box and the setup was exactly the dimensions I emailed to the company.
Strengths: In order of importance: cost, comfort, looks.
Weaknesses: ???? none really; having to finalize the assembly if anything.
Similar Products Used: Trek 1200, Specialized Epic Comp, Litespeed Classic.
Would you like to Comment? Join RoadbikeReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
Bike Setup: I upgraded to SRAM Force components and Velomax Ascent II wheels and love them.
Summary: This is a great road bike. It is responsive and yet the carbon frame dampens the bumps on long rides. I'll be using it in road races in 2008. The bike's a looker, too. I get a lot of great comments at events.
Strengths: Stiff, yet smooth-riding frame. Responsive handling in turns. Absolutely a head-turner!
Weaknesses: I was a bit apprehensive about sizing/ording online, however, the fit of the bike is perfect.
Similar Products Used: Specialized S Works (2001)
Would you like to Comment? Join RoadbikeReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
5 of 5
5 of 5
1 of 5
View Comments (1)
