Any one eyeing the new Quarq PMs?

Coach Patrick · January 22, 2013 3:51PM

Just saw this...

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From: Quarq <<a href="mailto:thinkfast@quarq.com" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">thinkfast@quarq.com>

Subject: Quarq launches two new power meters!

Date: January 22, 2013 4:22:41 PM EST

Reply-To: thinkfast@quarq.com

Greetings,

Today Quarq is happy to announce two bold new power meters that pack enhanced accuracy and versatility into sleek, unified chassis.

Topflight ELSA 10R ($1995/€1787) brings fresh crank lengths, unyielding strength and Power Balance™, and shuns weight. A subatomic spider and SRAM Exogram™ hollow carbon crank arms generate just 735g (172.5mm, GXP, 53/39).

In a boon for bike fit and fast finishing triathletes, ELSA 10R comes in lengths from 162.5mm to 177.5mm. Rock-steady RIKEN 10R ($1595/€1428) features durable, integrated electronics, a CR2032 battery and improved clearance for oversize bottom brackets.

ELSA 10R and RIKEN 10R are accurate to +/-1.5% and employ Omnical™, which separates power measurement from chainring selection. Swap from road to TT 'rings without recalibration. An LED and visible ANT+ ID make installation and operation a breeze.

ELSA 10R is available now via your local SRAM shop or direct from our Quarq webstore.

RIKEN 10R will be available on February 22.

See the product brochure for more information.

Regards,

The Quarq Team

Robin Rodriguez · January 22, 2013 3:54PM

I've been mulling switching from a powertap to a Quarq, based on this announcement I'd debating jumping on these new ones OR getting a Saturn that will most likely be flooding eBay in the near future.

Coach Rich · January 22, 2013 4:33PM

I'll swing by Wheelbuilder today to talk to Rich about these, get EN pricing from him, etc.

Pat Koss · January 22, 2013 4:36PM

I'm very interested. Just made another post in the Gear forum about these.

robin sarner · January 22, 2013 6:54PM

Only if my current Quarq dies. I'm on my third replacement and this one finally seems to be working fine. Though, if mine dies, and if Quarq wouldn't replace it again, maybe time to go to Stages.

GMAN 19030 · January 22, 2013 7:01PM

Posted By Rich Strauss on 22 Jan 2013 04:33 PM
I'll swing by Wheelbuilder today to talk to Rich about these, get EN pricing from him, etc.

Let us know about pricing when you can. I have a S975 already but my brother is interested in a PM so I could sell him my S975 and buy the new Elsa. Yes, I'm looking for an excuse.

tim cronk · January 22, 2013 7:14PM

Posted By robin sarner on 22 Jan 2013 06:54 PM
Only if my current Quarq dies. I'm on my third replacement and this one finally seems to be working fine. Though, if mine dies, and if Quarq wouldn't replace it again, maybe time to go to Stages.

Same here.... On my 3rd Quarq.....

Peter Wick · January 22, 2013 7:33PM

Whoops. SHoud have read the dash before my post.

GMAN 19030 · January 26, 2013 12:49AM

Posted By Rich Strauss on 22 Jan 2013 04:33 PM
I'll swing by Wheelbuilder today to talk to Rich about these, get EN pricing from him, etc.

Any pricing news, Rich?

Coach Rich · January 26, 2013 7:58AM

I called Rich yesterday. He has a call into SRAM and is waiting for them

kens1964 · January 28, 2013 4:46PM

Good review of the Stages power meter for you power geeks out there, and a nice comparison to other available power meters.

http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/01/stages-power-meter-in-depth-review.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+DcRainmaker+(DC+Rainmaker)&utm_content=My+Yahoo

Coach Rich · January 29, 2013 11:21AM

Folks,

Here you go:

Riken, for GPX type BB (BB not included in these prices): MSRP - $1,595.00, EN price -- $1495
Riken, for BB30 type BB (BB not included in price): MSRP - $1,645.00, EN price -- $1545

Both units won't be available until the end of February.

Let me know if you have any questions and I'll pass them on!

GMAN 19030 · January 29, 2013 3:01PM

What about the Elsa, which is already out? I'll assume the same $100 discount so $1895 and $1945???

Coach Rich · January 29, 2013 5:27PM

Posted By Bob McCallum on 29 Jan 2013 03:01 PM

What about the Elsa, which is already out? I'll assume the same $100 discount so $1895 and $1945???

Elsa, GPX: $1,995.00 MSRP, $1845 EN

Elsa, BB30: $2,045.00 MSRP, $1899 EN

GMAN 19030 · January 29, 2013 5:48PM

Even better!!! Thanks, Rich.

I assume we can let you know if we want to purchase one.

Coach Rich · January 29, 2013 6:10PM

Posted By Bob McCallum on 29 Jan 2013 05:48 PM

Even better!!! Thanks, Rich.

I assume we can let you know if we want to purchase one.

Yes. rich@endurancenation.us, subj: Power Quote

tomgroff · February 18, 2013 6:55PM

Just got the ELSA last week (TT BikeFit). This is my first PM so I cant compare it, but like everyone with their first PM, "damn! No Hidin' Now!"

Any one eyeing the new Quarq PMs?

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