Orbea Orca - experiences?
Discussion
After much deliberatino the Orbea Orca Bronze (Ultegra) is at the top of my 'next bike' list.
A combination of looks, value and spec are pushing me towards it, I'd be interested to hear of any views from anyone, I realise the fit is of primary importance but I'd like to hear of any other points.
ta!
A combination of looks, value and spec are pushing me towards it, I'd be interested to hear of any views from anyone, I realise the fit is of primary importance but I'd like to hear of any other points.
ta!
I've got the 2012 model (carbon & graphite) with full Ultegra mechanical groupset. Upgraded the stock Mavic Aksiums to Fulcrum Racing 3's.
It's a lovely bike - fast and nimble. Although Orbea talk about the Bronze high-modulus carbon weave, I suspect it's closer to the race end of the spectrum than the sportive, since it has an aggressive geometry and nothing else much in the way of decoupling design or construction. So be sure what kind of riding you do before you make the choice.
Check your fit to the frame size carefully - I'm 5'10" with 31" inside leg, but a 53 cm frame (notionally on the small side) was best for me.
Rare site as well on the sportives which is nice.
It's a lovely bike - fast and nimble. Although Orbea talk about the Bronze high-modulus carbon weave, I suspect it's closer to the race end of the spectrum than the sportive, since it has an aggressive geometry and nothing else much in the way of decoupling design or construction. So be sure what kind of riding you do before you make the choice.
Check your fit to the frame size carefully - I'm 5'10" with 31" inside leg, but a 53 cm frame (notionally on the small side) was best for me.
Rare site as well on the sportives which is nice.
I've not had any recent experience of the Orbea range, but I had them among the top contenders when I was looking for my last bike (2010/2011).
I found this... http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/category/bikes/... ...that may help, or may not dependent on how much faith you have in 'professional' reviewers.
I also found this mob... http://www.tamedearth.com/product/orbea-orca-bronz... ...who peddle
the Orbea brand in the south of England, and actively encourage you to 'try before you buy', although it sounds like you will have to contact them to make an appointment...
"as we don’t run a traditional high street shop. We aim to do things a bit different from our base at the bottom of private woodland set in 700 acres of estate land with one of the highest elevations in the south of England. This gives us an ideal test ground right from the doorstep."
I found this... http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/category/bikes/... ...that may help, or may not dependent on how much faith you have in 'professional' reviewers.
I also found this mob... http://www.tamedearth.com/product/orbea-orca-bronz... ...who peddle
the Orbea brand in the south of England, and actively encourage you to 'try before you buy', although it sounds like you will have to contact them to make an appointment..."as we don’t run a traditional high street shop. We aim to do things a bit different from our base at the bottom of private woodland set in 700 acres of estate land with one of the highest elevations in the south of England. This gives us an ideal test ground right from the doorstep."
rattyuk2000 said:
I've got the 2012 model (carbon & graphite) with full Ultegra mechanical groupset. Upgraded the stock Mavic Aksiums to Fulcrum Racing 3's.
It's a lovely bike - fast and nimble. Although Orbea talk about the Bronze high-modulus carbon weave, I suspect it's closer to the race end of the spectrum than the sportive, since it has an aggressive geometry and nothing else much in the way of decoupling design or construction. So be sure what kind of riding you do before you make the choice.
Check your fit to the frame size carefully - I'm 5'10" with 31" inside leg, but a 53 cm frame (notionally on the small side) was best for me.
Rare site as well on the sportives which is nice.
Thanks It's a lovely bike - fast and nimble. Although Orbea talk about the Bronze high-modulus carbon weave, I suspect it's closer to the race end of the spectrum than the sportive, since it has an aggressive geometry and nothing else much in the way of decoupling design or construction. So be sure what kind of riding you do before you make the choice.
Check your fit to the frame size carefully - I'm 5'10" with 31" inside leg, but a 53 cm frame (notionally on the small side) was best for me.
Rare site as well on the sportives which is nice.
A 'fast bike which fits' is what I want, the taller sportive geometry is too relaxed for me but I'm not quite at the full on racer geometry either.
Does it feel in any way 'soft' to you?
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