tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post4768593177629932775..comments2023-08-13T05:41:02.420-07:00Comments on The Soma Fab Blog: Whatcha think?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-68987133892529205122013-04-15T09:42:36.361-07:002013-04-15T09:42:36.361-07:00Uhh, your mom is ugly, wide and fat. JK :-)Uhh, your mom is ugly, wide and fat. JK :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-13946006669931416372013-04-12T23:27:53.644-07:002013-04-12T23:27:53.644-07:00People like TA cranksets because of their BCD and ...People like TA cranksets because of their BCD and because of their elegance and beauty (espeically when the silver and black decals are affixed to the arms). <br /><br />This crank is neither elegant nor beautiful, in fact, it's rather ugly and the chainrings are very wide, fat, and are not aesthetic at all.systemBuilderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07471017185445153023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-37208477096191689312011-07-22T18:22:39.151-07:002011-07-22T18:22:39.151-07:00+1 for a 30T option+1 for a 30T optioncptvitaminhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05938869906122444389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-29814997598753043492011-05-18T00:00:36.263-07:002011-05-18T00:00:36.263-07:00As long as it's 50.4, then the other figure ca...As long as it's 50.4, then the other figure can be where ever the holes are. This one's 130, but you could put 80. Very smart because 130 will help to brace the big ring. Then if you want smaller you could have 80 because it's still 50.4. That makes sense at least to me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-78397061980212738192011-05-15T01:02:16.160-07:002011-05-15T01:02:16.160-07:00Its a niche market crankset for niche market cycli...Its a niche market crankset for niche market cyclists, its for the guys who want thier cycle to look like a 50's Rene Herse or Alex Singer. The VO crankset looks good but BQ did not give it a good review.<br />In my opinion its not a mass market item and as such should not be treated like it, let Campag and Shimano take care of that, theres nothing wrong with tipping your hat to the past KingsRoadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00136507993415661398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-5946756513767683672011-05-14T18:57:25.265-07:002011-05-14T18:57:25.265-07:0064 BCD if memory serves, or was it 62?64 BCD if memory serves, or was it 62?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-72168637057145731282011-05-14T15:50:14.409-07:002011-05-14T15:50:14.409-07:00Somacisco:
No, it's not a 50.4 bcc crank. Rea...Somacisco:<br /><br />No, it's not a 50.4 bcc crank. Really.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-10989677832870605572011-05-13T18:01:35.722-07:002011-05-13T18:01:35.722-07:00I would join the chorus asking for 46/30 chainring...I would join the chorus asking for 46/30 chainring combination, but unfortunately I'll have to unleash a knowledge burn instead. Take a close look at the photo, in its current specification with 130 BCD inner ring this crank can accept rings no smaller than 38 teeth.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-23735875731375143152011-05-13T17:23:59.972-07:002011-05-13T17:23:59.972-07:00What's the Q factor?What's the Q factor?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-72475429966539614182011-05-13T16:58:37.337-07:002011-05-13T16:58:37.337-07:00Add one more to the chorus of 46/30 or 44/30 rings...Add one more to the chorus of 46/30 or 44/30 rings as standard. 172.5mm would also be excellent.<br /><br />I know these aren't yours, but if I had a wishlist I would do a crank very much like this, but with only a 5x94BCD bolt pattern. Could sill have a very cool look, but with more widely available rings.Fred Zeppelinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-82904218149845388442011-05-13T15:43:00.368-07:002011-05-13T15:43:00.368-07:00jugdish: same bolt pattern as the TA and VO cranks...jugdish: same bolt pattern as the TA and VO cranks. The IRD's are 6061 T6 aluminum and anodized. The VO's from what i gather are not anodized and vulnerable to corrosion.<br /><br />C: We aren't thinking anything. This isn't our product. Just passing along info. I don't know if the 53-39t is final spec or just the size of the sample they had in hand. These aren't in Stanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07679724783186959386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-8491293156617589212011-05-13T13:58:57.056-07:002011-05-13T13:58:57.056-07:00The inner chainring isn't 50.4. It will not fi...The inner chainring isn't 50.4. It will not fit any other TA chainring. I'd toss the 53/39 combo as would anyone else on the planet who bought them and swap out for something useful. Why make them pay for a set of throwaway rings as well as the ones they actually want?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-47365584088385657302011-05-13T13:40:43.229-07:002011-05-13T13:40:43.229-07:00Mr. William:
It is my understanding that the a...Mr. William:<br /><br /> It is my understanding that the alloys commonly used in bicycle components and accessories, the 6000 and 7000 series of aluminium alloys are rather resistant to corrosion because of the passivation effect which forms a protective layer of aluminum oxide, preventing further corrosion.<br /><br /> Even an aggressive cyclist, like myself, can only produce about 1/2 horseAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-40388747177553809142011-05-13T13:33:52.359-07:002011-05-13T13:33:52.359-07:00dude- the TA cranks are laser etched.dude- the TA cranks are laser etched.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-9386753486768170252011-05-13T13:28:24.691-07:002011-05-13T13:28:24.691-07:00whats up with the crappy laser etching and Sunrace...whats up with the crappy laser etching and Sunrace style crank taper? And why a square taper? ISIS would be much better. <br /><br />Will there be a tandem arm set available? <br />What crank arm lengths will you stock? Velo Orange really missed the mark by not offering 160mm and 180/185mm lengths.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-35749136236463587092011-05-13T13:11:51.993-07:002011-05-13T13:11:51.993-07:00Hi,
If it is anodized or made from a material tha...Hi,<br /><br />If it is anodized or made from a material that is not highly subject to stress-corrosion cracking it sounds like a reasonable crank for the real world. The VO crank requires heavy care and feeding in the winter if your local municipality uses salt or MgCL2 on the road.<br /><br />I'd suggest going to a 48/32 or 46/30 double chainset, or sell rings separately. Make sure that aWMdeRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15531125254328045995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-1292612247728794012011-05-13T13:07:18.303-07:002011-05-13T13:07:18.303-07:00Look closely at the photo (click to enlarge) - it ...Look closely at the photo (click to enlarge) - it has a 130bcd inner. Real 50.4bcd cranks are 50.4mm/80mm bolt circle diameter, like the <a href="http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/grand-cru-50-4bcd-crankset.html" rel="nofollow">Velo Orange</a> and the <a href="http://jokeisup.com/bicycles-scooters/ta-pro-vis-5-cranks/" rel="nofollow">specialties TA</a> cranks.<br /><br />So, this won't Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-6314175310817749642011-05-13T12:57:38.149-07:002011-05-13T12:57:38.149-07:00One more thing: 53x39?!?!? What are you thinking? ...One more thing: 53x39?!?!? What are you thinking? Anyone strong enough to push a 53t is going to think these cranks are too flexy and/or won't like the aesthetic. Plus the only reason to run a 50.4 BCD is so you can run smaller rings than is possible on a 130 or 110 BCD. A 46x30 would be perfect for the randonneuring/century/credit card touring crowd who are likely your best customer for Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10767743759129493752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-63260582810934392682011-05-13T12:47:01.889-07:002011-05-13T12:47:01.889-07:00hmm, completely stupid 53/38 gearing and really, r...hmm, completely stupid 53/38 gearing and really, really ugly? I expected more from you, SOMA...<br /><br />like the 46/30 VO crank, which also <a href="http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/grand-cru-50-4bcd-crankset.html" rel="nofollow">looks good</a>....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-82563604133058278682011-05-13T12:35:31.922-07:002011-05-13T12:35:31.922-07:00Agreeing with most of the other commentors: it...Agreeing with most of the other commentors: it's a lovely crank, but the 53/39 combination is kind of nuts. Anything above 48 for a non-racing bike is silly, unless you're strictly selling to commuters in Texas or Florida.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-31083680015027890812011-05-13T12:34:24.150-07:002011-05-13T12:34:24.150-07:00For real, make those 46t + 30t rings.
Are these a...For real, make those 46t + 30t rings.<br /><br />Are these anodized?Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02519335387777733227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-25641760449679075692011-05-13T12:32:02.088-07:002011-05-13T12:32:02.088-07:00These look great if they will be available with lo...These look great if they will be available with lower gearing and they are the same bolt circle as TAs.rigtenzinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07753944603301426002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-16487776175463844052011-05-13T12:31:26.768-07:002011-05-13T12:31:26.768-07:00My take on the 50.4 crank is that it's a great...My take on the 50.4 crank is that it's a great idea that nobody has done right, including TA. Specifically:<br />TA: The newest batch are insanely expensive and it sounds like they still won't work well with modern front derailleurs. Also the bolts are fiddly and require you to carry a box wrench.<br /><br />Velo Orange: allen bolts are nice since that's a tool we already carry. Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10767743759129493752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-66223170288877450072011-05-13T12:25:18.469-07:002011-05-13T12:25:18.469-07:00Do they come in 165mm? What advantage do these ha...Do they come in 165mm? What advantage do these have over the Velo Orange 50.4 crank?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1225246134093731211.post-3752142922860276142011-05-13T12:23:50.191-07:002011-05-13T12:23:50.191-07:0053/39 seems like a crazy choice for the crank give...53/39 seems like a crazy choice for the crank given everything else out there.Invisible Handhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02680372478096503049noreply@blogger.com