Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Express
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Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Express
Postby ozzymac » Fri Feb 24, 2012 9:20 am
Cheers
Ps. Still didn't get a proper reply to my emails.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby Timc89 » Fri Feb 24, 2012 3:08 pm
First, quick review is that it is comfortable (bar the plank of wood seat), shifting is now fun and strong frame. Will be double checking which tyres got fitted to mine tonight.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby santacruzscott » Fri Feb 24, 2012 8:45 pm
Still love it
Rides great , crashes well and still loving that Di2.
Tyres not to fussed with the Zaffiro's being on the bike from new , did 1000 k to get used to the bike then replaced them with GP4000s Contis.
Did 500 ks out of the box without charging battery.
Now done 2000 k (still only charged once) and the battery indicator is still showing 50%-75% charged.
Should be good for over 2 k per charge.
Love the finish on the bike , love the ride , couldn't be more happy considering the bargain price paid.
Off to bed now , as have another big day out on the bike tomorrow , early start before it gets too hot.
Cheers , Scott.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby spesh » Fri Feb 24, 2012 10:36 pm
Currently riding a Medium Oppy A4 for the past 2 years so can't wait to come off the Aluminium Tiagra and onto the Di2 Alloy!
Thanks all for your help with my questions, can't wait for my birthday present! (Birthday end of April!)
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby bosvit » Sat Feb 25, 2012 5:34 pm
Oooh double up's I like it!Timc89 wrote:Cycling Express are rectifying the tyres situation for me. Apparently sending Rubinos out
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby mezla » Sat Feb 25, 2012 11:27 pm
But... after moving the seat a little, removing the warped (and bumpy) tyre, and installing my new computer, bidons + cages... I'm absolutely loving it. So fast, so stable.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby scyzer » Sun Feb 26, 2012 11:49 am
I've been following this thread and jumped the gun awhile back, purchasing two of these bikes for myself and a friend.
Initially the purchasing process was phenomenal (speaking mostly with Daniel and Peter) and I received excellent service regarding this and another order. However, when they kept pushing deadlines back (without telling me until I called up after each date they gave me was missed), the service became less impressive. Not entirely their fault, apparently their mechanics were sick for a stint, but a more realistic shipping date the second or third days I called would have been nice (expectation management). Credit where it's due though as Daniel and Peter eventually got things sorted for me and my bikes should arrive on Monday (after the couriers also dropped the ball).
Overall, I'm still pleased with the service and price.
Looking at the specifications page again, however, I'm a little disappointed:
http://www.cyclingexpress.com/cycle/bik ... d-out.aspx
They seemed to have retroactively replaced the Rubinos with the Zaffiros. If the wrong tyres arrive on the bikes, I'm going to have to call up again and get this sorted.Wheelset: Reynolds Solitude
Tyres: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro
Handlebar: FSA RD305NS
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby biker jk » Sun Feb 26, 2012 3:21 pm
The latest Bicycling Australia magazine reviews this bike and the specs list Vittoria Rubino Pro tyres but the pictures show the bike has Zaffiros. Suffice to say the reviewer wasn't rapt with the Zaffiros.scyzer wrote:First post - I've been lurking here for awhile now.
I've been following this thread and jumped the gun awhile back, purchasing two of these bikes for myself and a friend.
Initially the purchasing process was phenomenal (speaking mostly with Daniel and Peter) and I received excellent service regarding this and another order. However, when they kept pushing deadlines back (without telling me until I called up after each date they gave me was missed), the service became less impressive. Not entirely their fault, apparently their mechanics were sick for a stint, but a more realistic shipping date the second or third days I called would have been nice (expectation management). Credit where it's due though as Daniel and Peter eventually got things sorted for me and my bikes should arrive on Monday (after the couriers also dropped the ball).
Overall, I'm still pleased with the service and price.
Looking at the specifications page again, however, I'm a little disappointed:
http://www.cyclingexpress.com/cycle/bik ... d-out.aspx
They seemed to have retroactively replaced the Rubinos with the Zaffiros. If the wrong tyres arrive on the bikes, I'm going to have to call up again and get this sorted.Wheelset: Reynolds Solitude
Tyres: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro
Handlebar: FSA RD305NS
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby spesh » Sun Feb 26, 2012 4:13 pm
Doh! My excitement got the better of me... Can't wait for the CARBON!mezla wrote:If you're expecting alloy, you're in for a nice surprise.spesh wrote:Di2 Alloy!
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Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Express
Postby ozzymac » Sun Feb 26, 2012 4:46 pm
Looks like they will be getting a few calls to have tyres replaced.scyzer wrote:First post - I've been lurking here for awhile now.
I've been following this thread and jumped the gun awhile back, purchasing two of these bikes for myself and a friend.
Initially the purchasing process was phenomenal (speaking mostly with Daniel and Peter) and I received excellent service regarding this and another order. However, when they kept pushing deadlines back (without telling me until I called up after each date they gave me was missed), the service became less impressive. Not entirely their fault, apparently their mechanics were sick for a stint, but a more realistic shipping date the second or third days I called would have been nice (expectation management). Credit where it's due though as Daniel and Peter eventually got things sorted for me and my bikes should arrive on Monday (after the couriers also dropped the ball).
Overall, I'm still pleased with the service and price.
Looking at the specifications page again, however, I'm a little disappointed:
http://www.cyclingexpress.com/cycle/bik ... d-out.aspx
They seemed to have retroactively replaced the Rubinos with the Zaffiros. If the wrong tyres arrive on the bikes, I'm going to have to call up again and get this sorted.Wheelset: Reynolds Solitude
Tyres: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro
Handlebar: FSA RD305NS
Did they think we wouldn't notice?
They seem to like keeping quiet about certain things.
Hopefully the rain clears when the bike gets here .
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby Ross » Sun Feb 26, 2012 8:16 pm
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby scyzer » Sun Feb 26, 2012 8:35 pm
See this is one thing I don't get... people have been shot down in this thread because what they received wasn't exactly what was specified (page 5 or so regarding the seat post/handlebars). It's the "what a bunch of whingers" attitude that seems to be so prevalent here - not saying you used those words, but the sentiment does seem to be floating around here.Ross wrote:Not sure why people are complaining about tyres when they are getting a complete carbon bike with Shimano electronic shifting groupset for the price of the groupset alone.
Yes it's still a good deal and I'm ultimately quite happy about the purchase. However, if I do end up getting cheaper commuter tyres rather than what was specified upon purchase then that's a bit dodgy. Not a deal-breaker, but regardless, poor business practices.
Using the same logic, if the bike came with an alloy frame it would still be a bargain given the cost of the groupset alone. But I suspect that the dissatisfaction would be a little more evident and tolerated amongst the community.
*EDIT: Sorry might have come off a tad too aggressive here. I just feel that no one should be shot down for voicing the fact that they didn't get what they paid for. It might just be a cheap set of tyres but the principle still matters. As for the super-ceded items, I took note of that when I paid for the bike - though they really should update that specifications page. Again, principle. Like I said though, still very happy with the purchase (fingers crossed my bikes arrive tomorrow).
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby santacruzscott » Sun Feb 26, 2012 8:44 pm
Been biting my tongue Ross , but couldn't agree with you more.Ross wrote:Not sure why people are complaining about tyres when they are getting a complete carbon bike with Shimano electronic shifting groupset for the price of the groupset alone.
Didn't have any troubles with the Zaffiro's on mine.
Have done 2000k on mine and have just replaced them with Conti GP4000s tyres.
The only thing against the Zaffiro tyres is probably the weight , but I can't tell the difference on the bike.
The Conti's may be a bit more grippier also.
Bloody hell , just get out and ride them people , you will love it.......
The seat post handle bars thing , was just superseded items replaced with like components , so there was nothing to complain about there.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby scyzer » Sun Feb 26, 2012 9:04 pm
Hopefully I'll be able to tomorrow!santacruzscott wrote:Bloody hell , just get out and ride them people , you will love it....... .
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby santacruzscott » Sun Feb 26, 2012 9:17 pm
You will not be disappointed , I'm sure.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby mezla » Sun Feb 26, 2012 10:09 pm
Recent posts in these forums suggest you can obtain the Ui2 groupset for ~$1500.Ross wrote:Not sure why people are complaining about tyres when they are getting a complete carbon bike with Shimano electronic shifting groupset for the price of the groupset alone.
...but that's not really relevant.
1) Have we still got an amazing deal? Yes, of course. I for one am very very happy
2) Does that imply that giving us worse tyres than advertised is ok? No, it does not, and hence we are entitled to complain about it, and expect it to be rectified.
If CE had contacted me before sending me the bike and spoken to me about tyres (and apologised), I would have been happy to pitch in a little more to get the better tyres - which would have been very generous of me as they are a business and obliged morally and legally to supply the item as advertised. No such courtesy was extended to me, so they missed an opportunity there.
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Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Express
Postby ozzymac » Sun Feb 26, 2012 10:17 pm
What a ridiculous thing to say.Ross wrote:Not sure why people are complaining about tyres when they are getting a complete carbon bike with Shimano electronic shifting groupset for the price of the groupset alone.
So your thinking is if you get something at a good price it doesn't matter if they change parts of them to cheaper ones than what you paid for and is advertised?
I guess I should be happy with the wrong bottle of lube they sent me the other day? As I got it on special, doesn't matter it's not the one I ordered.
If you purchase something going by the written specs on the add , that is what you are expecting to receive.
Otherwise when might it stop, different headstem, wheels, etc.... Would that be ok to?
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby Ross » Mon Feb 27, 2012 1:19 pm
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby timbo » Tue Feb 28, 2012 10:24 pm
I imagine the battery will be about half the size of the current one.
I'll save my pennies until then. I think.
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Re: Reviews of the Azzurri Di2 Forza Pro from Cycling Expres
Postby mezla » Tue Feb 28, 2012 11:41 pm
Really? That's what you're going with?timbo wrote:I'd like to see what the second version of Ultegra Di2 is like in a couple of years time.
I imagine the battery will be about half the size of the current one.
I'll save my pennies until then. I think.
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