Greetings:
Recently I completed my new Soma 'Groove' build with an eclectic mix of modern budget components combined with upscale retro parts. Everytime I see a Soma frame I'm amazed at their quality.
I've been a part-time bike mechanic since 1973 and in my honest opinion the Prestige tubing, build quality, paint, clear-coat, decals and the fine jewelry like head badges are works of art. The head badges are a crowning touch to Soma frames. Soma frames overall quality far exceeds many custom frames costing hundreds of dollars more. I've seen and owned a few bikes over the years and Soma quality is beyond doubt the very best! As some say: 'Steel is Real'. A Soma Prestige framed bike feels comfortable, resilient, shock absorbing and above all responsive. With the proper care a Soma frame will last many, many years!
Regards
Carl
Frame : Soma 'Groove'
Fork : SunTour 'XCT V-3'
Headset : FSA 'Orbit'
Stem : Specialized '6 AL-4v Ti.'
Saddle : Velo 'Felt'
Seatpin : American Classic 'Ti'
Brakes : Tektro 'Novella'
Crankset : Shimano 'XTR' M-900
Pedals : SunTour 'XC Pro'
Rear Mech. : Shimano 'XT' M-735
Shifter : SunTour 'XC Pro'
Rear Block : Shimano 'XT' 7sp.
Hubs : Shimano 'Deore' M-525 36hole
Spokes : DT 'Champion'
Rims : Sun 'MTX 31'
Tyres : Vredestein
Extras : Onza bar ends, Rhode Gear pump
Recently I completed my new Soma 'Groove' build with an eclectic mix of modern budget components combined with upscale retro parts. Everytime I see a Soma frame I'm amazed at their quality.
I've been a part-time bike mechanic since 1973 and in my honest opinion the Prestige tubing, build quality, paint, clear-coat, decals and the fine jewelry like head badges are works of art. The head badges are a crowning touch to Soma frames. Soma frames overall quality far exceeds many custom frames costing hundreds of dollars more. I've seen and owned a few bikes over the years and Soma quality is beyond doubt the very best! As some say: 'Steel is Real'. A Soma Prestige framed bike feels comfortable, resilient, shock absorbing and above all responsive. With the proper care a Soma frame will last many, many years!
Regards
Carl
Frame : Soma 'Groove'
Fork : SunTour 'XCT V-3'
Headset : FSA 'Orbit'
Stem : Specialized '6 AL-4v Ti.'
Saddle : Velo 'Felt'
Seatpin : American Classic 'Ti'
Brakes : Tektro 'Novella'
Crankset : Shimano 'XTR' M-900
Pedals : SunTour 'XC Pro'
Rear Mech. : Shimano 'XT' M-735
Shifter : SunTour 'XC Pro'
Rear Block : Shimano 'XT' 7sp.
Hubs : Shimano 'Deore' M-525 36hole
Spokes : DT 'Champion'
Rims : Sun 'MTX 31'
Tyres : Vredestein
Extras : Onza bar ends, Rhode Gear pump
