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Parlee Z5i and Z5sli Review

Parlee Z5i and Parlee Z5 SLi Materials: Multi-modulus unidirectional carbon fiber with carbon dropouts and BB30 bottom bracket shell. Geometry: Stock Parlee road geometry w/multiple headtube lengths per top tube length. Price Category: Frameset w/fork and headset: $3500-$4500. Built bikes from $4700+ Components: Factory Spec or Fit Werx Rider Matched. Who is it for? The […]
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Converting Shimano Ultegra 6770 Di2 to 11 Speed

Converting Shimano Ultegra 6770 Di2 to 11 Speed

By Jim Weaver, Service Manager, Fit Werx, VT Note:  As of 8/3/14 firmware updates from Shimano remove the functionality  between 6770 and 6870/9070 electronic components being used together. Some previous firmware versions allowed the below conversion to function without replacing the front derailleur, but firmware being installed as of 8/3/14 will irreversibly render such a […]
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Guru Praemio Review

Guru Praemio Review

Guru Praemio Material: 3/2.5 titanium w/multiple tubing options. Geometry: Stock or Custom Price Category: Framesets $2500-$3500. Built bikes $4500+. Components: Factory Specs or Fit Werx Rider Matched Who is it for? The Guru Praemio is for the discriminating road rider (or cyclocross rider) who is looking for a frame that can last forever and gives […]
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Choosing the Right Bicycle Saddle

Choosing the Right Bicycle Saddle

When choosing a bicycle saddle, there is such a myriad of choice; shape, material, padding etc.  As such, it can often be very confusing when trying to decide which saddle best suits your cycling needs. If you do not choose a saddle that is well suited to your needs, you can not only compromise the […]
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