Who else out there rides a Fuji? I own a 2003 Fuji Team that I purchased back in September. It's the first road bike I have owned in years and I have already put over 1000 miles on it. I've even done 2 centuries over the past 4 months.

Needless to say, I am ecstatic about every aspect of this bike - comfort, handling, performance, weight (16.6 pounds!), and quality. I was scorned at first by my LBS for purchasing a Fuji (told me not to get a Taiwanese bike - even though his Specialized' bikes are also made in Taiwan), but now I feel very happy about my decision. And I have talked to a number of other cyclists who own Fuji's that love them. At some point I will upgrade to a Trek OCLV (5900 probably), but until then I am going to pedal happily on my Fuji Team.

Thx...Doug

Who else out there rides a Fuji? I own a 2003 Fuji Team that I purchased back in September. It's the first road bike I have owned in years and I have already put over 1000 miles on it. I've even done 2 centuries over the past 4 months.

Needless to say, I am ecstatic about every aspect of this bike - comfort, handling, performance, weight (16.6 pounds!), and quality. I was scorned at first by my LBS for purchasing a Fuji (told me not to get a Taiwanese bike - even though his Specialized' bikes are also made in Taiwan), but now I feel very happy about my decision. And I have talked to a number of other cyclists who own Fuji's that love them. At some point I will upgrade to a Trek OCLV (5900 probably), but until then I am going to pedal happily on my Fuji Team.

Thx...Doug

I've got a pretty good deal on a Fuji team frame, do you have any pictures of your bike? I'd like to see the whole bike built up. Thanks

I've got a pretty good deal on a Fuji team frame, do you have any pictures of your bike? I'd like to see the whole bike built up. Thanks

This is the photo of the bike when I first got it. Today it has over 1000 miles and has a few more nicks and scratches...

Thx...Doug

I also have a Fuji Team, just got it last month and only ridden a couple of times so far, hope to ride more as the days get longer and will take a trip to NC to ride the Smokies this summer. Can't wait to see how it climbs.

I also have a Fuji Team, just got it last month and only ridden a couple of times so far, hope to ride more as the days get longer and will take a trip to NC to ride the Smokies this summer. Can't wait to see how it climbs.

I've ridden a lot of steep hills around here (Arizona) and the bike climbs GREAT! It's light and nimble so you won't feel the bike holding you back. And I didn't detect any flex in the frame.

Just last week I rode a century that had 2 5+ mile climbs (6-8 percent grade). I had to put the bike in my lowest gear the entire way up, standing in some places where it got really steep. The bike was definitely not the issue...I was :)

Thx...Doug

My girlfriend's 01 Team has a sticker saying Made in the USA. Great bike nonetheless. Country of build is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay overrated. If a company has any pride in their work, they would be on top of their production facility, no matter what country it's in.

I've got a Fuji Sagres (flat bar road) that I just picked up for super cheap :)
I'm working on losing 20 pounds, and this bike has been a fun way to burn some fat. The ride quality is very impressive for being so cheap, and with the adjustable stem, Im slowly working my way into a more areo postition as my fitness improves.
I will definatly consider Fuji's "real" road bikes when I get back in shape and can justify spending serious money on something nice.
I don't care that it's from Taiwan, they make some great bikes.

I'm in the market for a new bike. My local bike shop sales both Fuji and Specialized. I am trying to decide between a Fuji Team or Pro and a Specialized Roubaix Elite. The Fuji has much better components for the price, Al frame. The Specialized slides on components but the comments I've seen say it is much more comfortable then the Fuji with it's carbon frame.
Is the Fuji really that uncomfortable?

I'm in the market for a new bike. My local bike shop sales both Fuji and Specialized. I am trying to decide between a Fuji Team or Pro and a Specialized Roubaix Elite. The Fuji has much better components for the price, Al frame. The Specialized slides on components but the comments I've seen say it is much more comfortable then the Fuji with it's carbon frame.
Is the Fuji really that uncomfortable?

I ride a 2003 Fuji Professional. Last month on a club ride I swapped bikes with someone who has a Specialized Roubaix. The Specialized was significantly smoother. More so than my steel Colnago.

I ride a 2003 Fuji Professional. Last month on a club ride I swapped bikes with someone who has a Specialized Roubaix. The Specialized was significantly smoother. More so than my steel Colnago.

I went ahead and got a Roubaix Comp. It was a 2005 so I got a decent price. I really like the bike. I think the carbon frame will be better for my old bones.

I have a Motobecane Le Champion SL, which I believe is identical to a Fuji Team SL. I have had it for about 2 months, have 1000 kilometres on it. I love this bike. I don't know how it could get much better, despite what others might think about these bikes being "second-tier" products.

Who else out there rides a Fuji? I own a 2003 Fuji Team that I purchased back in September. It's the first road bike I have owned in years and I have already put over 1000 miles on it. I've even done 2 centuries over the past 4 months.

Needless to say, I am ecstatic about every aspect of this bike - comfort, handling, performance, weight (16.6 pounds!), and quality. I was scorned at first by my LBS for purchasing a Fuji (told me not to get a Taiwanese bike - even though his Specialized' bikes are also made in Taiwan), but now I feel very happy about my decision. And I have talked to a number of other cyclists who own Fuji's that love them. At some point I will upgrade to a Trek OCLV (5900 probably), but until then I am going to pedal happily on my Fuji Team.

Thx...Doug

I have a 04' Thrill (MTB) bomb proof frame and very comfortable , I was considering a Fuji road bike as well.. until I fell in love with A Felt.

Very much a underrated brand. Who cares where its made if it rides good and works for your riding style than its a good bike.

:D

I own a 04 Fuji Roubiax. I've had it for a little over a year. I've put a little over 4000 miles on itsince last September. I've switched from a triple to a double, added a carbon seat post and switched wheels. I also own a older 8 speed steel frame Roubiax, I've had that one for 4 years now. They are both great bikes to ride. I bought the 04 Roubiax for under 900.00 new, great price for what it comes with.

10 Days ago I picked up a new Fuji Professional, it's a 58 cm, and it rides amazingly. It's super stiff, but hasn't beaten me up on the few 2+ hr rides I've gotten to go on. I love the Dura Ace components, crisp shifting. Looking the bike over very carefully, I'm super impressed with the quality of the frame and the 350 gram fork. It's semi compact, I think, so it looks a bit smaller than it fits. The one thing I have yet to test it on is really leaning it into the corners to see how it tracks, in due time.

10 Days ago I picked up a new Fuji Professional, it's a 58 cm, and it rides amazingly. It's super stiff, but hasn't beaten me up on the few 2+ hr rides I've gotten to go on. I love the Dura Ace components, crisp shifting. Looking the bike over very carefully, I'm super impressed with the quality of the frame and the 350 gram fork. It's semi compact, I think, so it looks a bit smaller than it fits. The one thing I have yet to test it on is really leaning it into the corners to see how it tracks, in due time.
Nice looking bike. I just purchased the exact same bike in a size 54cm. However, since I can never leave well enough alone, I decided to swap out the Ritchey Pro cockpit with the following:

Ritchey WCS stem
Ritchey WCS bars (same shape but stiffer and slightly lighter than the Pro bars)
Felt carbon seatpost (that Ritchey Pro is a tank)
Velo Prolite seat (the OEM Selle Italia is not very comfy IMHO)

I figured these parts swaps alone dropped 1/2 pound from the bike (seatpost swap alone dropped 110g).

I'll post pics as soon as it's all put together. I can't wait.

Thx...Doug

Good call on the seatpost, I'm shopping around now for a carbon seatpost. The rest I'll leave alone for now, grad student budget and all. Maybe someday, in a moment of weakness, I'll throw down the cash for a pair of ZeroG brakes....

I also have my Ritchey Protocol Wheels that are going to go on there with a 12-25 cassette for some hillier races. If nothing else, it completes the Ritchey set up. Now that the recall happened, they are almost as smooth as the Velomax's and lighter.

Does this frame bear a strong resemblance to the Scott CR-1 to anyone else???

Does this frame bear a strong resemblance to the Scott CR-1 to anyone else???
It should. They are made in the same factory.

Thx...Doug

Here's a pic of her in action back in Sept. I bought the frame and fork late in the season (from the RBR classifieds) as a stiffer replacement for my Look KG361. The ride is harsher, but it's a race bike and I've gotten used to the ride. I have no complaints after 1100 miles on it (plus I like the look of the nude Al).

Who else out there rides a Fuji? I own a 2003 Fuji Team that I purchased back in September. It's the first road bike I have owned in years and I have already put over 1000 miles on it. I've even done 2 centuries over the past 4 months.

Needless to say, I am ecstatic about every aspect of this bike - comfort, handling, performance, weight (16.6 pounds!), and quality. I was scorned at first by my LBS for purchasing a Fuji (told me not to get a Taiwanese bike - even though his Specialized' bikes are also made in Taiwan), but now I feel very happy about my decision. And I have talked to a number of other cyclists who own Fuji's that love them. At some point I will upgrade to a Trek OCLV (5900 probably), but until then I am going to pedal happily on my Fuji Team.

Thx...Doug

10 Days ago I picked up a new Fuji Professional, it's a 58 cm, and it rides amazingly. It's super stiff, but hasn't beaten me up on the few 2+ hr rides I've gotten to go on. I love the Dura Ace components, crisp shifting. Looking the bike over very carefully, I'm super impressed with the quality of the frame and the 350 gram fork. It's semi compact, I think, so it looks a bit smaller than it fits. The one thing I have yet to test it on is really leaning it into the corners to see how it tracks, in due time.
Here's my '05 Professional. As stated in my earlier post, I upgraded the following stock components out of the box:

Ritchey Pro seatpost -> Pedal Force Q2 carbon post
Ritchey Pro 100 stem -> Ritchey WCS 100 stem
Ritchey Pro 40 bars -> Ritchey WCS 40 bars
Selle Italia C2 saddle -> SDG Ti-Fly saddle

I also slapped on some Time RXS Carbon pedals and Tacx Tao water cages.

All-in-all I am VERY pleased with the bike. It handles just like my '03 Team, which is very nimble and precise...but it tracks a little better (probably due to the stiffness of the frame and/or the wheels). What I really like is the stiffness of the frame with a forgiving ride -- there is NO flex whatsoever, even while standing up steep hills. I wouldn't necessarily call this a "plush" ride...but what road bike is? What really makes the difference is riding over rough pavement. The Team would beat me up but the Professional smoothes the vibrations out noticeably. It really makes a difference.

Thx...Doug

Here's a pic of her in action back in Sept. I bought the frame and fork late in the season (from the RBR classifieds) as a stiffer replacement for my Look KG361. The ride is harsher, but it's a race bike and I've gotten used to the ride. I have no complaints after 1100 miles on it (plus I like the look of the nude Al).
Nice looking bike. Is that an '05 or '06 frame? I didn't know the Team SL came in nude AL - my friend's is a stealthy flat black.

What components did you put on it?

As far as ride goes, that's the exact same frame that I have on my '03. You're right about the ride -- it is on the harsh side. But for an AL frame, I think it's actually pretty good. It doesn't jackhammer you like some other AL frames can.

Thx...Doug

Thanks, I think it looks pretty good too. The frame is a 2005 model. It has an Ultegra 9 gruppo, Kestrel EMS bar, Ritchey Pro stem, Mavic CXP33 rims laced to Hugi 240 hubs, Look CX-6 pedals, Giant carbon post, and Selle Italia Turbomatic 4 saddle. I swapped everything over from my Look KG361, except the fr der and seatpost (different sizes). It isn't the lightest build out there but it's a solid ride.

Drew

A couple of weeks ago I unexpectedly upgraded from a 2005 Klein Pro V (Shimano 105 components) to the 2005 Fuji Professional with complete Dura Ace component set. My Klein was on a bike rack and got squashed like a bug by an F-150 that rear-ended our car on our way back from vacation :cryin:

The Fuji is great. I've tried it out in the mountains on some long climbs and have have found it to be stiff, responsive and a very comfortable ride. I'm flying up hills now. I just can't believe the difference in the quality of the Dura Ace compared with 105s. BTW I'm 215 pounds and the bike is holding up great :yesnod:

I just bought a closeout on a fuji team sl from 2005 (clearcoated aluminum). Its a nice bike. For full aluminum the ride was not as bad as I thought it was going to be. I rode over fifty last saturday and I was feeling fine. Rode again on Sunday and my body had no complaints. As a person who started riding in the early nineties on a hard Cdale, I am suprised at how smooth the frame is. Overall, I am very happy, its super light (around 15 lbs) and the compact gearing make this a real climbers bike.

I would like to drop a little more weight on the bike and I am thinking about switching my ultegra cassette with a dura ace sometime down the road. Everything else on the frame is pretty lightweight.

Also, I bought this as a closeout from the local Performance store. It was around $1400 with Ultegra ten speed.

I bought a 2004 Fuji Team Issue back in March of 2006. I am very pleased with my purchase and the way the bike rides. I managed to get the 1 of the 3 frame and forks that were left in 64cm size that year. I put on some 2006 shimano 105 parts with FSA headset and cranks for just 1100 bucks. I don't think I will have a reason to upgrade anytime soon. If I do it will be a Cervelo or a Trek just because of the warranty. Fuji Frame and fork warranty is only for 5 years but by then who knows what I will be doing.... Maybe I will even be fast by then. :thumbsup:

Yeah, I have three Fujis; two are Sagres; the other is a 685; all are 67.5cm c-c. :D

.... Fuji Frame and fork warranty is only for 5 years but by then who knows what I will be doing.... Maybe I will even be fast by then. :thumbsup:


Actually... Fuji just changed their warranty to "lifetime" this year. I was told it covers "older fuji's" as well but I wonder how far back the warranty will extend.

BTW... I picked up a Team Issue carbon in WHITE (yes, the white with the world champ stripes on it). I love it. It feels just as responsive as my old GT-Lotto alum. frame but SOO much smoother (that GT was stiff as granite)! I tell everyone it feels like I'm running 20psi under pressure!

Wow, they are lifetime warranty now. That is awesome. Mine is a 2004 so I hope it at least went back that far. I won't have to worry too much about messing it up then. Congratulations on the new bike.:thumbsup:

hi guys, any thoughts on fuji team rc euro? i'm riding the team sl 05 ( ultegra ) now and just purchase there team rc v1 06 ( dura ace ) for $2150.00 and the manager is giving me there euro 06 ( campy chorus carbon ) for $3000.00

hi guys, any thoughts on fuji team rc euro? i'm riding the team sl 05 ( ultegra ) now and just purchase there team rc v1 06 ( dura ace ) for $2150.00 and the manager is giving me there euro 06 ( campy chorus carbon ) for $3000.00


The Team RC is the same as the Team Issue that I have and I love it! The fork rides just like my Reynolds Ouzo Pro too. $2150 sounds like a good deal for that frame with D/A. The frame retails for a little more than $2000 if you were to order it seperately.

Those prices sound close to Performance's prices. I'll double check sometime this week with my local Performance if you'd like.

sorry i've been out of town for a week but yes, its from performance an i think i would try the euro versin tomorrow w/ campy chorus carbon but w/ a centaur front der.

i just (literally just) got an '03 fuji cross from a former teammate.

it looks sweet, cant wait to get her built up in full cross livery

edit - the build

105 10spd groupset except bontrager race gxp crank/bb w/ fsa 48/38 rings and wipperman 10S1 chain
shimano canti's w/ avid hangers
ritchey wcs bar stem, pro seatpost and headset
neuvation r28sl2 w/ michelin mud2 and salsa tubes
shimano pedals
fuji saddle, cinelli bartape, cateye screw in plugs

its been posted on the cross forumn as well

One of my riding buddies is the local Fuji dealer. Needless to say we have both benefitted from this relationship. I have a 2000 Fuji Team refitted with Ultegra 10, a 2001 Fuji Cross with Ultegra 9, a 2004 Fuji Track Pro for fixed gear riding and a 2004 Team Issue with Dura Ace 10. They are all great bikes for their intended purpose; the '04 Team Issue is truly amazing--it is the stiffest of all [except maybe the Track Pro] and by far the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden. It has become my century bike and for really any ride over 2 hours. I love 'em all though; just hard to keep them all satisfied...

Check out my sig. I love it!!

Hello
I have a 05 fuji professional. There a bunch of the carbon fujis on our club rides, wanted to add some color to look a little different, whatcha think???

I just got an 05 Team SL aluminum frame that I will have built out with an all Utegra group and Bontrager Race Lite wheels. I hope is as stiff and fast as I am expecting.

I have a 05 Roubaix Pro that I set up with a full Ultegra 10 kit after being hit by a car and I couldn't be happier. One thing that I don't care much for is the carbon stays because I don't know what effect it will have on the durability of the entire bike.

I have a Fuji, no idea what frame it is as I bought it from a friend a few years back and it's a mix of parts. He'd had it for a while when I bought it; I'm guessing it's from the late 1990s.

http://www.pl8ster.net/images/fuji.jpg

Nice pics guys...

Curious as to anyone with a 58cm Team, Team Issue, RC, or Pro...how tall are you? I'm looking at a getting a new Fuji Team Issue...but am sort of between the 58cm and 61. I am 6'1 (185cm)

Thanks!

Uhm, I am more into the build then the frame....that is just me.

I think you must realize that you bars are sexy...I like the wrap!

I'm 6'5 and I ride a 61cm Fuji Team. Nice bike I like it. Good luck

2005 Team Pro
http://x21.xanga.com/178d71276773694856898/m66303874.jpg

Here is a picture of the Team Issue I just built. So far I have only gotten one ride on it and that was on the trainer.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b148/LowCel/fujidone.jpg
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b148/LowCel/crankset-1.jpg

I'm remember last year that you built up a Blue for racing. Is this the race bike now?

MK

Yes, this frame replaced the Blue. Only new parts are the crankset, front derailleur, saddle, and a set of zero gravity ti brakes are on the way for it.

I purchased an 06 Fuji Roubaix RC last year and just love it. It is my first "real" road bike and I don't have any complaints at all. Great ride. I don't have any closeup pics of it, but here is one of me crossing the finish line of the 06 Tour de Tucson.

Much has changed with my '05 Team SL. The differences being that everything is Dura Ace 9 except the cranks which are FSA SLK Mega Exo, Look KeO Sprint pedals, Specialized Toupe Gel saddle, Easton EC70 post, Tacx Tao cages, and some 38mm carbon tubulars (Gigantex rims w/AC hubs). Bathroom scale says 17.5 lbs. - not bad for a 56 cm frame.

MK

Here's a pic of her in action back in Sept. I bought the frame and fork late in the season (from the RBR classifieds) as a stiffer replacement for my Look KG361. The ride is harsher, but it's a race bike and I've gotten used to the ride. I have no complaints after 1100 miles on it (plus I like the look of the nude Al).

Here is a little update on my 2006 Team Issue. I still need to swap out the shifters and rear derailleur for Chorus but other than that it is pretty much done.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b148/LowCel/Fujiwzipps.jpg

We need a new Fuji thread. :)

Hey, I own a 05 team pro as pictured above by MRDICK. I like it better than my old giant ocr 2. Anyone have recommendations for upgrades?

I got a silver 05 Team SL frame and 350 gram stock fork in great shape in December, built it up and have had it on the road since February. It is light stiff and fast and it climbs great. It is also smoother than I expected but certinly not a comfort machine. This is the first bike that I have owned where I am not being held back by the bike, only my own limitations. Couldn't be happier.

Set up:
Ultegra Derailleurs, shifters, brakes,10 speed 11-23 cassette and chain
Shimano compact 50/34 crank
Dura-Ace BB
Easton Orion II wheels w Vittoria Rubino Pro tires
Fuji carbon post
Selle Italia SLR saddle
Bontrager Race Lite stem
Easton EA 70 bars

Here's my 2006 56cm Fuji Team. 12/27 Ultegra 36/50 TruVativ, Easton EC70, Neuvation M28 Aero 2 wheelset (with ceramic bearings), Fizik Arione saddle (currently, I'm riding on a Terry Fly).

It's not an expensive bike, but it's the nicest one I've ever owned. Rides like a dream compared to my old Aluminum Coppi San Remo.

http://www.kalla.net/POTN/Fuji1.jpg

my new 2006 Fuji Team
http://www.tamparacing.com/photopost/data/500/teamsmall4.jpg
somewhat crappy pic, i will get some better ones tomorrow.

that pic was taken when i purchased the bike a couple days ago (in my LBS)

i've since removed some things.

I a proud fuji owner to I got my first fuji at the age of 14 its a 04 fuji proffesional you can kind of see it here

http://sports.ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/mmcycling/photos/view/6f7d?b=106

I'm an expecting Fuji owner. Getting an 07 Team this weekend :) I didn't think I had the money to go full carbon but found this at a good deal.

i own a fuji track07 i believe. it's not too bad of a ride for what you pay

I just bought a Fuji Newest 1.0 yesterday at a great price. Regularly $990, I got it for $679. It's a double up front so that will take some getting used to as this is my first real road bike. I have been riding a Schwinn Supersport on the road and for commuting but wanted a real road bike. I also have a Giant Boulder SE for the woods. First day on the bike I did a 30 mile ride.

This is my new ride, should of got a pic with my zipps instead of my beater wheels. Actually should of got a better pic in general, Looks so dark but I turned on all the lights I could.

Maybe this brightens it up a bit...

http://www.kalla.net/POTN/P1010074_edit.jpg

OK... I hate to repost so soon, but I replaced the saddle with one that I can actually ride on for more than 10mi: The Specialized Alias 155 in white. I also switched out the computer for a Garmin Edge 305. I love this bike! And the wheels are tough!

http://www.kalla.net/POTN/FujiTeam.jpg

That definately helps

Any ride reports on the fuji team united 06? I'm thinking of getting the CCR1. Can't get the Team cuz of the large Shimano on the side. I'd have to sell my Centaur group and buy a whole new groupset.

The CCR1 is C4 carbon, low grade carbon, the Toyota United Team use C7 for the Team RC and Team Issue, and C10 for the FUji SL-1. They make the SL-1 in a Campy Record version, and the 2006 model Team RC and Team Issue are chorus and record. However you won't get the Toyota United paint scheme. This shop has a record bike: http://www.countrysidecycling.com/index.php?pr=Fuji

Here is my 05 Fuji Team.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/orlin03/bike.jpg
Right now I'm running a SRAM Force 11-25 cassette and 1090R chain, a WCS Ritchey carbon 110 stem, Crank Bros Quadra pedals, and a Selle SMP Evolution saddle. I absolutely love the way this bike climbs; it climbs so well that I never need to use the smallest chainring, even on the steepest roads. I ordered a SRAM Red 53-39 crank with ceramic BB,175 arms, and matching front derailer that should be in soon; I can't wait! Ejprez, how do you like your RED?
Will post a better pic when I bring it back out in the daylight. All I need now is for spring to return...

Ah, thanks. Didn't know that. Not too familiar with the differences in carbon, since this is my first foray into this material. I'll check out the Team issue and Team RC. What are the differences between the two? I can't seem to spot the diff with the frames. Is it mostly the components?

Here is my 05 Fuji Team.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d43/orlin03/bike.jpg
Right now I'm running a SRAM Force 11-25 cassette and 1090R chain, a WCS Ritchey carbon 110 stem, Crank Bros Quadra pedals, and a Selle SMP Evolution saddle. I absolutely love the way this bike climbs; it climbs so well that I never need to use the smallest chainring, even on the steepest roads. I ordered a SRAM Red 53-39 crank with ceramic BB,175 arms, and matching front derailer that should be in soon; I can't wait! Ejprez, how do you like your RED?
Will post a better pic when I bring it back out in the daylight. All I need now is for spring to return...

Well, I only got one ride on the Red so far, but what a ride. The shifting engagement is quicker, the brakes are definately stronger and better quality construction. The funny thing is on my frame is says Shimano, but I don't care, I wear nike's and addidas at the same time. Though I do use Dura ace pedals, which are even popular with all the campy guys I know. They love campy, but love DA pedals, weird isn't it.

I had a Fuji Club back in the late 80's. I loved that bike, put tons of miles on it. A couple of LBS said not to buy a Fuji, but it was the least expensive(that fit my budget) and it was very light(I lived in a 3rd floor apartment - without an elevator). I would definitely buy a Fuji again.

Ah, thanks. Didn't know that. Not too familiar with the differences in carbon, since this is my first foray into this material. I'll check out the Team issue and Team RC. What are the differences between the two? I can't seem to spot the diff with the frames. Is it mostly the components?

Yeah the Team Issue and Team RC are the same C7 frame just different components, and the Team and Team Pro are the same C4 frame just different components and a alloy steerer fork on the Team. I think the weight difference is about a quarter of a pound, 113 grams between the C4 and C7 and C10. I have the SL-1 but really like the look of the C7 frames, the big silver machined dropouts are nice.

Seems to be that I can't place a special order on the Team Issue with the distributor here in my country since they don't know when they'll be shipping again. I'm left with the option for the Team United or I go look at other brands of frames. I would have really liked the Team issue though. I don't know how you do it ejprez, ignoring the large shimano on the side with your SRAM setup. Hehe. I think I might be a bit more anal when it comes to matching.

I took the plunge and followed the inspiration of ejprez. I let Campy and Shimano make their peace on my Fuji Team Issue :p Thanks for all the advice and tips. I almost went for the CCR1 but decided to bump the budget up to the Team Issue. I haven't been able to ride it though as it rained on the day it was scheduled for its maiden voyage.

I decided a while back that my BMC Streetfire was really nice, but everytime I went out, I came back sore somewhere. It was not a fit issue per se, but more of an older body melded to stiff aluminum. Anyways, I started looking at other bikes that I could get and ran upon the deal at Performance for the 2008 carbon fujis.

So, to make a long story short, I sold my BMC for $1500.00, bought a 2008 Fuji Team Carbon for $1500.00, got 10% for a promotional day ($150.00), plus an addition 10% on the original price in gear ($150.00). Plus, they gave me an additional 10% off for it being Ladies Night (my wife went and paid for it for an additional $150.00). SOOO, I ended up getting a 2008 Fuji Carbon with Ultegra (the shifters had already been upgraded when delivered) for $1200.00 plus tax, then bought the pedals and the Arione (both on closeout) with the addt'l gear money. Lastly, I got the Shimano RS20's new on Ebay, which also included a new pair of Vittoria Rubino Pro Slicks with tubes for $135.00.

I took the last bit of cash I had and bought an FSA post, OS-115 stem and Wing Pro bar (not installed yet, and ended up spending exactly -$47.65 on the new bike, and also have a number of parts to put together a commuter.

Sorry, long story.

Here's the bike! I really like the ride so far after a few hundred miles.

Here is my Fuji Track single speed. My other fuji might be a touring, if I decided to get it will pick it up tomorrow.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2251/2379846928_b3d7e849a2.jpg?v=0

Can I throw my lowly Newest 3.0 in the mix? Got it yesterday for $450 at Performance.

my Fuji Team Rc
student budget bike:
Everything Ultegra 10 speed
Ritchey handlebars
Reynolds Stratus tubular wheels
Time Rxs pedals
Fizik arione seat

http://i237.photobucket.com/albums/ff255/aldocuriel/FUJIteamrc008.jpg

I would say that is pretty darn nice for a student budget bike.