Sorry if I perhaps misunderstand something, not speaking german and Google Translate isn't exactly perfect, but to answer some questions above.
Both bikes are equipped with Hopp frame hardware (derailleur hanger and cable ports) and the XX1 got some tuning from him too. But we might still do some more work.
Yes, the tires are mostly for show. Other light weight builds use them so it's good for comparison and to show what's possible. But mostly I ride with various other tire setups from
Schwalbe and others, which is why I also included some example weights in the full spec lists.
The bikes have already been ridden a lot, the Spark almost 2000km and the Scale a little bit less. Problem is that there have been many delays and problems with the building process, it took more than a year to finish the bikes. I waited almost 6 months for handlebar combos from another manufacturer, but it didn't work out so I gave up on that and ordered some Schmolke TLOs and MCFK stems. They are bonded together by Swedish carbon expert Mattias Hellöre, who got years of experience for this kind of work so I trust it will hold up perfectly for me.
However, these was some of the last parts for the bike so I used other simpler ones during the season so I could at least ride the bikes. So all parts except handlebars, seatcombo on the Scale and seat on the Spark are already well tested.
Except for the tires, this is exactly how I will ride the bikes for both training and racing next year, so I'm sure there will be more action pics with this setup also.
The polished lowers on the fork does require some maintenance yes, since they're of a magnesium alloy they oxidize faster than aluminium so to keep them shiny a polish is needed every 2-4 weeks depending on conditions.
The Extralite hubs (as well as Trickstuff brakes) are custom made in silver anodizing. The rest is de-anodized and hand polished by me, including the silver spokes.
Just let me know if you got any further questions.
