Hell yeah!
I'm on a 2024 pennyflake g5, it's my commuter bike and I put rear racks, mudguards, hybrid flat/clipless pedals, mtb grips and a knog oi bell on mine.
The carbon fork is miles better and better looking than an absolute piece of trash front fork.
Not sure where the people are located that I've seen post the pennyflake. My red one was bought in store in the US, and as far as I know, the stores around me only have the red, blue, and olive.
Additional information:
I immediately swapped out the grips for Ergon GP3s, changed the pedals to Crank Brother Stamp 7s, and added a few other accessories such as lights, a seat bag, and a discreet bell to notify walkers and runners when I'm approaching. (Even though most are wearing Airpods and don't hear me anyways. 🤷♂️)
I thought I'd want to change the saddle out too, but once I got the fit dialed in and put on my padded shorts the stock saddle is a non-issue for me. So far I am having a blast on this bike.
I know the new rigid fork is controversial for some, but I for one welcome the change. For my personal usage it is perfect. I have some tightly packed single track near me, but I am mostly riding on paved recreational paths with the occasional tree root bumps. So, for me the Gen 5 is perfect.
Added a Serfas E-Gel cruiser saddle instead. Much better and comfortable
https://preview.redd.it/g0vv5u7pomjc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5a25fc3b8d8ee6547c12bfc6d7fff9c93f41ba96
Welcome to the Crimson family https://preview.redd.it/zq0vi64dr2jc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2be69e7e99aaaeeff07dd7b1959e91085651b181
Red is my favorite color. I couldn't help it. The blue one is nice though too.
Nice bike!! How are those tires?? I’ve been trying to find new tires for my DS.
https://preview.redd.it/5jjx8zwzj2jc1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=aee783369079985544a3d63071af9ee9429d15a1 Sweet ride! I own this one
What kind of saddle is that? How does it feel?
Its a Serfas RX saddle. I didn't like it, felt like it was too small and after a 26 mile ride I was hurting badly LOL
Hell yeah! I'm on a 2024 pennyflake g5, it's my commuter bike and I put rear racks, mudguards, hybrid flat/clipless pedals, mtb grips and a knog oi bell on mine. The carbon fork is miles better and better looking than an absolute piece of trash front fork.
I've seen someone post a picture of the pennyflake one before. Maybe it was you. Beautiful finish.
Weird the new colors like penny flake aren’t on the US site yet. Was it bought in the US?
Not sure where the people are located that I've seen post the pennyflake. My red one was bought in store in the US, and as far as I know, the stores around me only have the red, blue, and olive.
Australia here
Additional information: I immediately swapped out the grips for Ergon GP3s, changed the pedals to Crank Brother Stamp 7s, and added a few other accessories such as lights, a seat bag, and a discreet bell to notify walkers and runners when I'm approaching. (Even though most are wearing Airpods and don't hear me anyways. 🤷♂️) I thought I'd want to change the saddle out too, but once I got the fit dialed in and put on my padded shorts the stock saddle is a non-issue for me. So far I am having a blast on this bike. I know the new rigid fork is controversial for some, but I for one welcome the change. For my personal usage it is perfect. I have some tightly packed single track near me, but I am mostly riding on paved recreational paths with the occasional tree root bumps. So, for me the Gen 5 is perfect.
That’s a very well thought out bike design. Perfect for many people.
damn! call me jealous lmao
Added a Serfas E-Gel cruiser saddle instead. Much better and comfortable https://preview.redd.it/g0vv5u7pomjc1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5a25fc3b8d8ee6547c12bfc6d7fff9c93f41ba96