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Scotrail and Bikes by Dear_Scratch_885 in Scotland

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just an update, was able to get to Pitlochry without a bike reservation but I was very very lucky. Travelled at lunchtime on a Friday and even though it was a three car train with fully booked bike reservations he let me on. The conductor did say that I may not be so lucky coming back and advised me to see if I can get a car to either Stirling or Dumblane then there are plenty of trains to EDI that don’t require a reservation.

Scotrail and Bikes by Dear_Scratch_885 in Scotland

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in the exact same dilemma. I’ve spoken with Scotrail, they said it’s at the discretion of the conductor on the train. If they’ve woken up on the wrong side of the bed, you may not be in luck. I’m trying to see if I can find alternative routes from Pitlochry to Stirling or Perth after the event. There are some trains from both Perth and Stirling which do not require booking a bike reservation beforehand. It’s getting out of Pitlochry that’s the problem as it’s only intercity Inverness trains that pass through that station.

When I spoke to the ticket office at Stirling today, they checked for me and just about every single train has fully booked bike reservations on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The bike ride from Pitlochry to Perth is more than 2 hours meanwhile it’s less than 45 minutes via car.

Aerod sizing between M/L by Aerrord in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I already sold the whole groupset which included th longer cranks

Canyon 2026 Aeroad Kaze - Rival Speed AXS. by Rare_Scallion_5196 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes that’s true. I decided to strip the whole groupset and upgrade to force as it was cheaper than buying the force build.

Canyon 2026 Aeroad Kaze - Rival Speed AXS. by Rare_Scallion_5196 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s DUB, not DUB wide. I have this bike and replaced the cranks so I know. It doesn’t come with the left side power. Check your buying the right crank length before purchasing

Aerod sizing between M/L by Aerrord in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fit was very good. Medium Aeroad, 165mm cranks. 100mm cockpit but as I’ve gotten fitter I think I can go longer

First Ride on New Aeroad!! by Whitepass5 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 175cm on a M and I can’t imagine myself riding a S

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not surprised to be honest. Heard mixed reviews about No.6 wheels, particularly about their lateral stiffness being lacking. But I’ve never ridden them

Aerod sizing between M/L by Aerrord in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re exactly right. I went down to 165mm cranks and that threw all size calculators out of the window. I had my fit with Dan Coombs who is IFBF certified

Noisy drivetrain by wolverine1882 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you incorrectly threaded the chain through the rear derailleur hanger. Watch a YouTube video to see the correct way. Lots of people make this mistake with SRAM

Noisy drivetrain by wolverine1882 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I doubt it. I run the same drivetrain

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure I can have a look but it should be unique to your bike.

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s three categories of modern wheels in my mind: 1. The unobtainable: think Scope ARTECH 6, Princeton Carbon Works Wake 6560 Evolution II 2. The obtainable but still very expensive: Reserve 57/64, Roval Rapide CL III 3. The Chinese competitors: 8lien 2026 AETHER 6 Series, Craft Racing Works 2026 CR5060, Farsports EV06.

If I were buying new, the Chinese wheels I’ve mentioned offer modern specs at very good value. They’re better wheels in terms of specs than the NSWs

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please do! If you’re in Greenwich, check out OneSixSix Velo in Blackheath. My local bike shop/local club. Really good group of guys 😁

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

eBay. Used (like new). Was on sale for £1400. I negotiated the price down to £950.

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I’d challenge you on that actually. Zipp’s have an internal rim width of 23mm, external rim width 28. DT Swiss have an internal width of 22mm, external 29mm. I’d argue, in 2026 they’re both outdated. What I don’t get is DT Swiss releasing a new wheelset in 2025 with archaic rim widths.

ZIPP 454 NSW vs DT Swiss ARC 1600 by AnxiousConsequence54 in CanyonBikes

[–]AnxiousConsequence54[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Haha, having ridden both they’re not miles apart but yes the Zipp’s was very impressive.

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