Pinnacle Dolomite 6 Review

Whilst this isnt the best indicator to decide if its the best in class you can use it as a guide to see how it compares to other road-bikes. Pinnacle claims the bike can take 25mm tyres with full mudguards and 28mm without.

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This puts acceleration on the eventual rather than effervescent side of the line and on more cut-and-thrust group rides whoever was on the Pinnacle was soon at the back of the pack.

Pinnacle dolomite 6 review. Last year testers on our sister magazine Cycling Plus were impressed with the cheerful versatility and solid Shimano 105 build of the Dolomite 6 2015 then just 950. Pinnacle Dolomite Six review Serious stopping upgrade Our one real criticism was of its sub-standard Tektro rim brakes so the fact that this years Dolomite 5. Stepping up to the Dolomite 6 at 1300 gets you an upgrade to RS685 shifters and a 105 chainset plus a city-friendly black-on-black colour scheme.

We reckon that might actually be conservative there looks to. Shimano discs and full 105 for 1300 plus room for 28mm tyres. Since then its been tweaked by James Olsen designer of Genesis Equilibrium for 2013 and its clear this guy knows his onions as the new one is a belter.

There are mudguard mounts and the head-tube angle is backed off to 72 so it handles more like a Spring classics bike adds Olsen. Pinnacles Dolomite didnt receive a whole lot of love when we reviewed it back at the end of 2011 - thanks to an uncomfortable and uninspiring ride. Custom mounts at the seatstays and fork also accommodate luggage which is a nice practical touch.

So firstly thanks you for visiting one of our latest Cycling reviews todays is the Pinnacle Dolomite 6 2017 Road Bike. With plenty of standover its easy to hop aboard and easy to lean over once youre there. Commuting fast group rides all weathers and big distances when the need arises.

Pinnacle Dolomite 6 review pictures Read More. Pinnacle Dolomite 6 2017 Road Bike Ranks number 270 of 461 in the Road Bikes category at Evans Cycles in this review. The Pinnacle-branded stem seatpost and saddle are fine the FSA bar too although I found the 100mm stem length and overall reach a little shorter than I normally prefer.

The Dolomite is intended for road riding not necessarily racing explains Pinnacles James Olsen. The Pinnacle Dolomite 6 is the disc road bike youve not yet considered. The first thing you notice about the Pinnacle is its very low slung frame.

Were impressed with their dependability but theyre not the lightest disc wheels which does add a little to the overall rotational weight of the Pinnacle. Evans Cycles house brand Pinnacle has earned a reputation for sensible smartly specced bikes offering considerable value for money. Plus the frame has clearance for 28c tyres if.

Their one real criticism was of substandard Tektro rim brakes so the move to hydraulic discs is. Whilst this isnt the best indicator to decide if its the best in class you can use it as a guide to see how it compares to other bike-frames. In other words the Dolomite Six is designed to be a bit tamer than an all-out race bike.

In particular we found the bike felt assured on twisting descents perhaps aided by the knowledge that you have reliable and powerful stopping power at your disposal. Which can be bought for around 1500 from Evans Cycles. Pinnacle Dolomite Six 2015 Road Frameset Ranks number 133 of 176 in the Bike Frames category at Evans Cycles in this review.

Some still consider that. At SportReviewscouk our mission is to find you the very best unbiased reviews on your sporting products to help you get the best products at the best prices. Pinnacle reckons the Dolomite 6 can do it all.

All are worthy upgrades in my book although maybe not 300 worth Id argue that the Dolomite 5 is the pick of the range. Pictures from the Pinnacle Dolomite 6.

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