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By: Average Joe Cyclist

Average Joe Cyclist — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:13:59 +0000

In reply to Tim D. Thome.

Glad you also like your Sequoia, Tim! It truly is a magnificent bike – and at a fraction of the price people pay for bikes at the top end …

By: Tim D. Thome

Tim D. Thome — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 14:06:44 +0000

Hey Joe,
Nice write up on the Sequoia.
I bought a 2009 Sequoia about 2 months ago (not sure if it is Elite as it does not say this on the frame). The bike had been on layaway but the person never finished paying and did not pick it up, so the bike shop placed it out for sale and I scooped it up that very same day.
It has an XL frame and came with the standard equipment. My bar configuration was similar to yours, but I do not like the rams horn bars as I cannot get comfortable with them. My local bike shop (Wheel fast in Chatham IL) had a used set of straight (5 degree sweep) mountain bike bars in the back and I had them switch them for me. I take the sweep built into these bars and point it down. This is a super configuration as it is more in alignment with my arms and wrists. I find this very comfortable and far more ergonomic for the long haul. I replaced the shifters and brakes with the Shimano 9 speed shifter/derailer and added Crane Creek, Flat Top brake levers. Man does this help with the control and power applications needed when riding!
I did add a Topeak rack and bag over the back tire as I bought this bike to commute to work. It is 17 miles one way. The terrain is mostly flat to rolling hills along the way. I ride a bike trail about 10 miles the rest is street. In the bikes current configuration it is really responsive and fast, only takes an hour to get to work. The ride home is a little longer as I am not under any time constraints and ride to enjoy myself.
I really like the aluminum frame and love the carbon forks with the Zertz inserts; they really absorb the shock and vibrations of riding. I have ridden friends Cervelo’s and a few others such as Giants and Raleigh’s and they don’t compare in comfort or handling!! That is not to say they aren’t great bikes, they are, but I like mine better!
I can say that after 632 miles so far, that if the bike does not disintegrate the only way I would part with this is if you pry it from my cold dead hands!!
Can you tell I like this bike?

By: Art

Art — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 10:49:14 +0000

I have a 2006 Sequoia Elite. It is THE bike for me. As the years have gone by, my cycling aspirations have been changing away from events. I have used my Sequoia for camping but we are planning on a two week tour next June. Does anybody have any idea of how robust the Sequoia Elite is for pulling a BOB or panniers?

By: Average Joe Cyclist

Average Joe Cyclist — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 02:25:04 +0000

In reply to Ron Richigns.

Hi Ron. Good points. I tend to go totally on gut feel, without actually analyzing where impressions are coming from. But a recumbent? Mmm … they look incredibly comfortable, and by all accounts are no more at risk than regular bikes. I have no doubt there will come a time I will try one of these – but it is likely to be when there are more safe routes in the Lower Mainland. Because espite what recumbent riders say, I think I would feel too vulnerable that close to the ground.

By: Ron Richigns

Ron Richigns — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:05:36 +0000

Hi Joe
Glad that you found a bike that you are very comfortable on. However the reasons for you comfort may be a bit different from what you think. Getting the bars up high relative to the saddle is a long-established recipe for comfort, particular when the rider is ‘getting on’ (and I write as someone in this category) and not quite as flexible as they used to be. Your handlebars look to be maybe 3 to 4 inches above the seat. There are all sorts of stem and steerer tube extensions that can achieve the same end.
I wouldn’t totally discount the zertz inserts, but the reduction in vibration may have more to do with the tires and particularly the gel-padded bar tape on the handlebars.
The dowsnide of the carbon fibre forks is that they are relatively fragile, at least compared to steel, and particularly vulnerable to scratches and abrasion reducing the strength of the carbon fibre layup. Pay close attention to the warnings in the manual about what to do in the event of even minor damage to the forks.
Beyond that, if you want real comfort you will have to come over to the dark side and try a recumbent. But that is a discussion for another time…

Ron Richings

By: Average Joe Cyclist

Average Joe Cyclist — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 01:24:25 +0000

In reply to Graeme.

Hey Graeme. You have my sympathy … every bike I own has required negotiation. I sometimes have to get rid of one before I can get a new one. If it makes you feel better – the brakes are just fine, but not as great as discs. Still, they stop you, which is the point! As for commuting – no, I would not like to commute on this. First, adding racks and stands and fenders would make it a lot heavier, messing with the speed. Second, I (personally) prefer hybrids for commuting, because our roads are just so bumpy and full of pot holes. I once hit one so deep it messed up my back for ages – if I had been on a road bike, I think I might have fallen and really hurt myself. that was on a designated bike route in Burnaby! That said, I see lots of people commuting on roadies, so I guess it works for some.

By: Graeme

Graeme — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:23:12 +0000

Joe, I have to say I’m a bit jealous. I would love to try riding an actual road bike again—it has been nearly twenty years since my last one—but I think I might get into a bit of trouble at home if I bought a third bike. (In theory, my second bike is supposed to live in a bike locker at the SkyTrain station, but it seems to spend more than half its time in our spare room.)

Do you think something like the Sequoia would make a good commuting bike? How does the effectiveness of the brakes compare with discs?

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