Project One Checkmate SLR 7
– Navy Metallic to Navy Smoke Fade
– Rainbow Holographic logos
– SRAM Force XPLR 1×13
– Aeolus RSL wheels w/ 700×42 tires
– Aeolus RSL seat
– Rest is stock
Couple rides on it, 100km, rides very fast and comfortable. I did a 30km ride of mixed terrain, gravel, single track and multipurpose. After a couple of km’s I was comfortable with the front end traction and was able to carry a surprisingly high amount of speed through corners in the single track. Straight aways, fast, all power going forward. Did a little climbing, right to the max 42/46 very stable. Bottom bracket is stiff and did not notice any flex from the frame. The bike felt balanced, front end stable on the ground as I climbed. The other 70km was a road ride, only surprising part there was I had no problem keeping up with my buddies on their road bikes! I have Domane SLR 9 and the ride is a little more aggressive/race like. Could be the cockpit and/or the geometry. Not a complaint, it’s a rocket. Looking forward to putting it through some spirited rides this weekend.
by lukic1977