After much thought I decided to cancel the new Cannondale Moterra SL which I ordered from Wheelbase down in Darlington. Reasoning, well whilst checking out more bike porn I saw that the new generation 3 Orbea Rise had been released.
The reason I had opted for the Cannondale was because it was classed as a SL or super light, with full power of 85nm, and I originally liked the design of the bike. I wasn't to sure about the new real skinny flex stays on the rear triangle and at the point of ordering the bike there was no range extender battery available, however for bang for the buck the bike appeared to come with some good gear.
Upon reading a few reviews almost all riders had said the bike was great for descending, however it wasn't as capable in twisty technical sections. This is to do with the rather steep head tube angle.
Anyhoo as the Orbea Rise is a tried and tested machine, that has just got better and better over the years and when reading the few reviews that have come out so far for the 2025 model I started researching the model a little more, then made the decision to contact Adam down at Wheelbase to ask his opinion and to see if
A. I could cancel the Cannondale and B. Order an Orbea Rise and, find out the time frame for delivery.
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| Orbea Rise M10 LT |
Adam informed me that if I didn't go for a MIO build, which is Orbea's personal customisation of the bike, in that you can choose various combinations of colours for the frame and decals, then a bike maybe available as early as July. Where as if I wanted a full custom paint scheme the bike probably wouldn't be available until around December.
Well it was a no brainer really as I had used the Orbea Mio custom app on my computer and actually specced the bike up as an all gloss Black with gold decals, and the bike I could obtain from the factory in July was a Cosmic Carbon with Golden Sand details.
Adam suggested when I had time to pop back through to Wheelbase and we could then go over the details of the bike, so that is what I did earlier this morning. Heading down to Darlington with my dad to Wheelbase.
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| Orbea Rise M10 LT |
At the shop, Adam ran through the various options that could be added to the bike, things such as different brakes, shockers, tyres, the seat post and a whole host of other items, even a range extender battery. I enjoyed the visit and the chat whilst at the shop, it took my mind off how unwell and stressed I have been feeling over this yet undiagnosed whatever it is going on with me over the last few weeks.
COLOUR
Cosmic Carbon View - Golden Sand (Gloss)
SIZE L
CONFIGURED COMPONENTS
RANGE EXTENDER
Orbea Custom Range Extender 210Wh
SHOCK
Fox Float X Factory 2-Pos Adjust Evol LV Kashima custom tune 210x55mm
HANDLEBAR
OC Mountain Control MC10 Carbon, Rise 35, Width 800
STEM
OC Mountain Control MC11 Alu SL, 0º
BRAKES
Shimano XTR M9120 Hydraulic Disc
ROTORS
203mm Front /180mm Rear
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano XT M8100 SGS Shadow Plus
WHEELS
Oquo Mountain Control MC32TEAM
TYRES
Maxxis Assegai 2.50
SEAT POST
Fox Transfer Factory Kashima Dropper 31.6x541/210mm
SADDLE
Fizik Terra Ridon X5 145mm
DISPLAY
Shimano EN600 Cycle Computer
CRANK LENGTH 165 mm.
HANDLEBAR WIDTH 800 mm.
STEM LENGTH 40 mm.
Having something to work towards and look forward to is something I really need at the moment. Imagining getting back out on my bike, taking photo's, maybe a few riding videos and doing a spot of bike packing and creating some new adventures and memories. All I ned to do now is sort out getting a new Bartlett Tendon Knee, as my old one is on its last legs...not sure if there is a pun in there somewhere.
A few people have suggested I try and crowdfund to help with the cost of a new prosthetic knee, something to think about I guess. I just think who is going to want to help me to essentially go out and play on a bike ?...
