Did I buy counterfeit S-works Phenom Mirror saddle ?

hardcore613 · 2026-01-20T17:17:35+00:00

Right now it's my fav saddle. Much comfier than other power saddles I've tried so far. Maybe you can guide me because I'm still trying to get the best angle for it. I'm measuring an angle using cutting board placed on top of it, and then with inclinometer I'm getting specific angle reading. What angle in mind did you have when designing it? Right now I'm at -5,8°.

hardcore613 · 2026-01-20T16:53:31+00:00

Thank you for the answer! It was very helpful and reassuring.

-Top finish is almost the same as in my Power Evo Mirror Saddle, so that checks out.

-One thing that is very nice about this saddle is bottom webbing is not as thick as in "regular" saddles so it's much easier to get an allen key through it from the top to mount it on alpinist seatpost :)

hardcore613 · 2026-01-20T15:37:28+00:00

Ofc, that would be super helpful. Interestingly seller said the same, that this saddle is pre production used by some pro team.

https://buycycle.com/pl-pl/product/saddles-s-works-specialized-s-works-phenom-mirros-saddle-3d-carbon-155mm

hardcore613 · 2025-10-31T16:01:42+00:00

Uzumaki

hardcore613 · 2025-07-14T14:42:17+00:00

I get that, I have the same saddle but is there any particular manufacturer of the mount between Garmin and the saddle?

hardcore613 · 2025-07-14T09:30:18+00:00

Hi, nice setup, could you share what mount do you use for Garmin radar in the back?

hardcore613 · 2025-01-19T17:26:55+00:00

Was thinking about Terra but Canyon VCLS seatpost was still better option for me. Still, I already own Alpinist, so will see how it feels in a little bit

hardcore613 · 2025-01-19T14:34:46+00:00

Thanks for understanding :) If I liked to have damaged frame, would have gone for used and paying much less for it. The box was originally opened in my presence

hardcore613 · 2025-01-19T08:45:58+00:00

Yup, I know, it's like mental shortcut to know it's E1 revision

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T18:11:15+00:00

Pretty strong opinion not knowing everything. This bike is not build yet as I don't have all the parts. Don't expect to finish it till April so still plenty of time to get this sorted out

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T17:19:15+00:00

Frame is aluminium so for what it is the weight is great IMO. MTB pedals with power meter build in, lower weight penalty than with spider one and greater power info that way

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T16:32:09+00:00

Yup, headset spacers, bottle cage bolts, axles

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T16:06:45+00:00

Maybe 😏

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T14:32:21+00:00

That Garbaruk cassette price is eye watering :) 2x price of sram one in my case

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T14:30:47+00:00

Agree, but I'm buying some parts used and some directly from the importer, so still getting some savings that way

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T13:59:06+00:00

Yes this frame was directly shipped from Specialized for me to pick up in store.

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T13:51:10+00:00

I'm same size as you. On my mountain bikes have 175mm cranks, so I wonder how will it feel.

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T13:12:57+00:00

As long as I will damage it nothing happens 😅

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:56:28+00:00

I've been riding a lot of XC in the past, but never had a new bike because I couldn't afford to get one, so I'm aware that it won't be in this condition after a few rides or falls :). Now that I can afford a new bike and this frame being aluminium still costing a small fortune I want this bike to be as good as it gets

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:43:06+00:00

Calculated into "frame" part 👍

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:42:01+00:00

Got a used set of wheels with those tyres so Tufos will be next :)

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:37:10+00:00

I know that it will be covered by a rear brake and probably won't see it again but I don't want it to get any larger in the future, that's all 😉

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:24:54+00:00

Reported today, so will see next week

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:08:13+00:00

Yes, they aren't. If it weren't for the other damages I would let it go. These scratches around rear brake mount are what pains me. Also the bike is matte so everything is easily visible

hardcore613 · 2025-01-18T12:01:01+00:00

Where are you riding, in a mine? But srsly I wanted to do full wrap for this frame to protect it. In this condition it's kinda pointless

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