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#82 ·
cyclingBuddy said:
Hey guys! I would like to share with you my reborn 2012 Fuji Altamira 2.0 :)

Here are the components:
Frame: 2012 Fuji Altamira 2.0
Size: M/L (effective size is 56cm)
Wheels: ENVE 45 custom-built with DT Swiss 180 ceramic bearings
Handlebar: ENVE compact 42cm
Stem: ENVE 100mm
Seatpost: ENVE zero offset 31.6mm
Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Kit Carbonio Flow
Groupset: Shimano Dura-Ace 9000
Crankset: Rotor 130BCD with 53/39 QRings
Pedals: Speedplay Zero Stainless Steel

Bike was built by my mentor Ed Gabon and most upgraded components were bought from Two Hubs Boutique in Foothill Ranch CA. Check out their website: twohubs.com and you will have a blast.

Thanks for your time and enjoy the ride!
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Beautiful!
 
#85 ·
I haven't ridden a lot of different bikes, but I have tried several wheels on my Altamira and I stuck with the Shimano RS80/81 C50 for my rides that are typically flat and windy. The RS series wheels seems to do as well as anything out there for aerodynamics. IN fact they use the same shape as the Dura Ace C50 which is the most popular wheel on the Tour De France this year (Tubular version), but the RS80/81 has aluminum brakes tracks and is heavier. But since I don't do much climbing, the weight does not matter much, but since the RS80 can be found for under $800, makes it a great deal. Ride quality is excellent, smoother then the Oval 330 wheels that came on my Fuji, and the Shimano wheels are also quiet, and of course wet weather braking is excellent as well. Don't get me wrong, Zipp makes a great products and I almost bought the Zipp 60, but could not justify the added cost
 
#87 ·
Nice and Welcome to the forum. PRE congrats on your purchase. I have tubular Zipp firecrest 303s on my 2013 LE 2.0, I'm quite sure they and the bike as I have it setup are far more capable than I am a rider. I live in the wash, DC area where the rural areas have nice rolling terrain, I've come to really appreciate the reduction in weight and the aerodynamics of my Zipp. Agreed the are expensive. If it were not for a performance sale, 20% off, and my ebates, they would have not even been a consideration...

Happy riding on and with whatever wheels you choose.
 
#89 ·
New 2014 Altamira 2.3

Got to put 40 miles on the Altamira today. I did Pinnacle to 300 twice and the visitors center 2 times. I can't find anything this bike is lacking. I'm not the athlete to really push this to it's limits but the bike is a jewel. Acceleration is really good and although that doesn't matter to me too much what DOES matter is the energy transfer on hills. I was expecting some improvement on hills but not the extreme difference I happily welcomed. There just isn't much energy loss on this bike. On the descent I was equally impressed. Max speed was 39mph and the bike was steady and turned easily without being twitchy at all. It stuck to the road. Hardly any vibration or road chatter makes it up to my butt. The ride is smooth. I don't see how you could find a more balanced bike. The perfect mix of speed, sporty but solid handling, and absolute comfort. I'm probably not even switching out the saddle. Looking forward to the MS150 on this thing.
 
#92 ·
I use the 25mm Pro 4 endurance. Could probably fit a 28mm in the fork and frame, the 25mm fits with plenty of clearance. I have the Oval 500 brakes and the inflated tire needs a solid push to get past the brakes but I not a problem. If I remember, I put the wheel on first and inflate once it's in place. I have the Oval 330 and Shimano C50 wheels, does not make a difference
 
#93 ·
Mr645 said:
I use the 25mm Pro 4 endurance. Could probably fit a 28mm in the fork and frame, the 25mm fits with plenty of clearance. I have the Oval 500 brakes and the inflated tire needs a solid push to get past the brakes but I not a problem. If I remember, I put the wheel on first and inflate once it's in place. I have the Oval 330 and Shimano C50 wheels, does not make a difference
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Thanks Mr645!
 
#94 ·
Upon looking at my 2012 Altamira, the front a 25mm or 28mm should be no problem, but the rear, the 25mm fits fine, I would be careful with a 28mm tire. The width is no problem but the 25mm is about 1/2 inch from the frame in height so a 28mm may touch
 
#96 ·
Hi all.

New to this thread - but have taken the plunge and bought a Fuji Altamira 2.3 '14 model over the weekend. Found out on my test ride that speed up hills is just something else. Will pick it up later this week.

I wonder, are there any other Altamira owners on this thread, based here in UK?
 
#99 ·
My new baby

Just picked up an Altamira 2.0 LE from Performance. I am in love with this bike, coming from a Trek 1.1 which had the worst shifting ever! I took it out for a short 10 mile ride and it was a lot better performance wise and felt great compared to my alu/car bike in the 1.1.

Taking this baby out for a good 25 miler tomorrow!
 
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