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Kestrel outsourcing Talon mfg?
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Kestrel outsourcing Talon mfg?
"Alex Rodriguez" wrote in message ... In article , LETETHIS says... She was told by her shop (La Bicicletta in Toronto) that Kuota supposedly has their forks manufactured "in the same factory that produces Kestrel forks"--apparently in Taiwan. If that is true, then I suggest you look to a different brand. You might want to ask some rather pointed questions at the bike shop. Kestrel is not a new brand trying to break into the bike business. They basically created the after market carbon fork market. They make excellent forks and they carry a lifetime warranty on them. It could very well be that the forks are made in the same factory, but have very different designs. I personally keep away from any company that comes out of nowhere and jumps into the high end bike business trying to sell really lightweight components. You are letting them use you are a guinea pig. ---------------- Alex Kestrel seems to be selling its "superior design" if you check its current website, though it is light on the details of manufacturing--no doubt because "'Made in China" does not inspire much confidence. The OP was wondering about the quality control aspect of their manufacturing. If the same workers&management who produce death-traps for other companies are also making Kestrel forks... Well, do what you like, but if I was buying a new CF frame and fork, I'd buy Time, Giant or Trek. Blake |
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Kestrel outsourcing Talon mfg?
H. Guy wrote:
I was always fascinated by the Kestrels of yo the full monocoque SCi and EMS. Now that I can consider buying one, I see that their bikes all appear to be two-piecers: a front & rear triangle stuck together in some manner. I've also heard that they are outsourcing the manufacturing to China to make them more price competitive. Anybody have the full scoop (and reports of what the QC is like if that's the case)? Never having had the chance to ride the old swoopy frames, I have no idea how these new ones compare. Might I be better served by seeking out an older monocoque instead of the glued/bolted ones they're putting out now? I'd always heard how great the old ones felt, but the new ones, frankly, don't feel that different from the other bikes i've been trying on. TIA for any reports/advice/personal anecdotes. I own a 1994 200SCi. The biggest difference besides the lighter overall lighter weight of the new bikes is that the seat angle is slacker across the line. On a current bike you'll use an optional forward position post with aerobars. I ended up using a plain straight post with a steel clip to get the seat back behind the pedals -this after trying several post designs. Yes new models are molded in sections which is why at every level Kestrels are less expensive now. The mold size is half as massive and less complex. Molds are cut here and yes, molded overseas. The official party line at Kestrel is that they were unable to expand their California painting facility and so moved. -- Andrew Muzi www.yellowjersey.org Open every day since 1 April, 1971 |
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