What do we know about Hygge? If it can be bought w/o a logo, if it's EPS moulded, if the price is competitive, could be a great aero frame. "only" 32C, but it is what it is...
Hygge was always fast in replying to my messages even after purchasing the frame, so there is a plus on communication. Not that I asked a lot, but when I wanted the upgraded compression ring, they replied immediately and sent one for 1$, so I am happy with that service. For the Model S, buying without logo/paint was always an option, probably will be the same for the Aura, although I like the look of the BOB "paintjob" or lack thereof
. As they updated the Model S to EPS mould, Aura will 99,9% be EPS from the very start. The profile of the downtube is more in line with the current model S and is Kammtail profile. Since they bumped up the price of the Model S, not by much but still an increase, I assume this frame will be similarly priced 650 Eur (cut down with cupons/sales) plus tax and shipping to EU. I am very happy with how my Model S fits, and the Aura adds 1cm of stack to size S (which I like) but cuts the reach by 3mm which in not that big of a deal and there is always the option of longer stem. I also like that they considered the requests for 0 offset seatpost for the Model S and are now offering the Aura with the option of 0 or 15mm offset. This option alone will allow me to go to size M if I start to "disagree" with the low (for me) position. I very much like the ride dynamics and quality of the Model S and would be happy to buy the Aura no questions asked, if the price is right. The assembly of my frame was spot on, everything faced properly (except the headset for which I had to make a custom 0.4mm shim for the compression ring to avoid rubbing), no rotor rubbing, no creaks, no seatpost sliping, total silence from the frame after 15k km on dodgy roads. Will be following this thread.
