Ryleeryno

Hey All! The new RS2 Group Buy is out. Frame looks awesome especially with the new paint scheme.

Sign-up expiry: 31-Jan-2008
Deposit due 14-Feb-2008
Final payment due 31-Mar-2008

"The new monocoque carbon RS2 is one of our sexiest looking frames with new curves, color and lighter frame weight. Made by the same factory whose clients include some of the world's leading European brands, the high modulus carbon fiber is layered and optimized with the help of the latest computer technology (FACT - Fibre Alignment by Computer Technology). The result is a superlight race-ready machine with a comfortable rear triangle. Available in a 3K carbon weave finish and a beautiful glossy red-black design."

bdcheung

What a useless thread. No pricing information, no link to sign up for the group buy.

For everyone else: the frame is $800 and the link is https://pedalforce.com/online/product...3c67a9386416bc

teterider

I can't believe it, but I'm in. No way I'm missing out on that red/black frame for that price, even after adding the extra $ for the red and matching fork - and it really needs that matching fork for the red.

I'm not exactly sure where bdcheung was looking, but just go to pedalforce.com, look at the RS2, and click on the Group Buy tab next to the warranty tab.
https://pedalforce.com/online/product...oducts_id=7548

I think this will easily make 140 people and the $450 price level, but tell your friends and make this happen.

One more thing, in the overview tab, if you scroll over in the frame pictures you will find the red version - but then be patient and keep scrolling over and you will come to the red version at the different angles.

Ryleeryno

Exactly. I assumed that everyone already figured out the whole PF group buys by now. I guess not.

jopo43

Would really like to get this frame but the biggest size is a 58 I need at least a 60

Ryleeryno

Dimensions on the frame are not like the QS2, RS, ZX3. Top tube length is pretty long, like the 52cm frame has a 55cm top tube.

huytheskigod

Sort of a little late.

https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/373507-those-you-who-missed-zx3-groupbuy-new-one-coming.html

teterider

Not really, having a thread about the RS2 group buy, but not having the name RS2 in the title is not wise for many reasons. Most of that thread was from December and pre-release talk and speculation. This thread with a clear title about its contents clearly should take over for group buy and RS2 discussion.

FrankBattle 

No, there are (or were?) 36 people signed. The last number is the total for all groups. Check out
the FAQ section on the PF site for clarification on what the numbers mean ..

edit: 39 (certain that number will continue to grow)

macd

Nice looking frame. 960 grams. Just signed up. Between this and the Motobacane Fly Ti deal I am going to need a second job.

Stallionforce

Total tally seems to be at 120+, pretty close to the 450$ deal.

jimbud

For some reason I'm not able to access the Pedalforce.com site on this wonderful computer. Can someone post a photo of the red and black RS2 frameset. Thank you.

huytheskigod

Incorrect.

Post #9

huytheskigod

bcart1991

That black is pretteh.

Stallionforce

I see...so if I registered at 450, and the quota is not achieved, am I SOL? Wondering where I should register -- what do you guys think?

Amen

Is there a chance to get this frame without decals?

huytheskigod

Not necessarily, The quota may not be achieved for the 450 but I'm sure one of the levels will be hit. You could always changed what level you're signed up in before the GB cut off date. I'm signed up at the 550 level as I really want to get my Fiance a carbon frame but I don't want to pay full retail. Choose a level you're comfortable with. Remember that the lower the level you're signed up at(higher price), the more likely that level will fill for the GB and you're still included for the lower priced levels if they hit.

Patriot

I have to honestly say, I don't like either the new ZX3 or the new RS.

The new RS looks like they're trying to make a cheap knock off of the Specialized line.

The ZX3 looks like it has a massive tumorous swelling of the downtube. Stiff perhaps, but the lines provide no symetry with the rest of the frame.

Artistically, I give the following artistic grades for design.

------New_________________Old

RS-___C______________B+ to A-

ZX3-__D-_________________B-

Stallionforce

Good advice. I emailed them and they said the same thing. But their rep also said they will email everyone a couple of days before the cut off date to let them know the price, so that the purchasers can adjust to a higher price if they wish.

huytheskigod

I'm glad I have an old (haha it's been less than 2 years) RS in the garage El Presidente

Patriot

I really think the old RS (ADK) frame they had is one of their best designs. It was artisitic enough to be modern yet stately enough to maintain the idea of strong racing bike with its moderate straight and very stiff tubing.

briscoelab

Yep! You have your choice of the red/black or just a nude frame with clear coat.

Patriot

You know, now that I look at it, if one was to get the nude black frame, and paint it approproately to match the lines of the frame itself, then it wouldn't be quite as out of place as it does. I really like the fork design, but the bow at the rear of the TT is too reminiscent of the Roubaix. If one was to paint it accordingly by drawing back the lines to create a better flow with various colors applied, then it would certainly give a much better visual impression.

FrankBattle 

Patriot, you know you want it. I'm sitting here LOLing at the obvious mental quandary you seem to be in.

I have been impressed so far with all my purchases from PF that I'm just going to buy this frame and hold it until the spirit moves me to build it up (I'm not even done with my current build); Especially if it ends up less than the full retail price ..

I do agree on the ZX3. That thing is hideous. And I'll confess that I wouldn't be able to tell a difference in stiffness if my balls depended on it, so the argument that the ZX3 is stiffer is .. interesting, at best .. for me.