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05-08-23, 08:00 AM
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Posted By Fourthgrace

Having undertaken further online research, I...

Having undertaken further online research, I believe I can now provide a more detailed statement on Sedazzari's framebuilders: Mario Peloso ('Mario di Alessandria') possibly built some of the...
03-21-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Posted By Fourthgrace

Yes, I'm aware of this recently published map....

Yes, I'm aware of this recently published map. It's interesting as an overview for Italian bike brands, but is understandably simplified. It indicates with an "S" where Sedazzari is located (in...
03-21-23, 01:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Posted By Fourthgrace

Hi, I'm not clear on your point. Can you please...

Hi, I'm not clear on your point. Can you please clarify it.
03-21-23, 12:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Posted By Fourthgrace

Mario Peloso di Alessandria Sedazzari Specialissima bike frame builder

Further research and information has indicated that the Sedazzari Specialissima frames were made by Mario Peloso...
02-20-23, 03:34 PM
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Posted By Fourthgrace

Thanks for your reply, always interested to hear...

Thanks for your reply, always interested to hear thoughts on this, especially anyone familiar with Lejeune as it's not a well catalogued marque. The age of the saddle/wheel decals may be the best...
02-19-23, 03:20 PM
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Posted By Fourthgrace

My first French bike, a Lejeune, date?

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06-21-21, 11:49 AM
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Posted By Fourthgrace

That's because Tomas is an Italian bike maker in...

That's because Tomas is an Italian bike maker in its own right. Unrelated to Tommasini.
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Posted By Fourthgrace

You'll find more on Sedazzari here on the website...

You'll find more on Sedazzari here on the website I created: history of Sedazzari Cicli in Genoa, Sedazzari bike, and Sedazzari frame including the Sedazzari Specialissima Corsa bicycles.
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05-14-20, 02:44 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 23,791
Posted By Fourthgrace

I can update you on Sedazzari in Genoa (closed in...

I can update you on Sedazzari in Genoa (closed in the 90s)

Visit my website which includes the history of Sedazzari Cicli in Genoa, Sedazzari bike, and Sedazzari frame including the Sedazzari...
05-14-20, 02:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Posted By Fourthgrace

Visit my website which includes the history of...

Visit my website which includes the history of Sedazzari Cicli in Genoa, Sedazzari bike, and Sedazzari frame including the Sedazzari Specialissima Corsa bicycles.
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05-13-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,779
Posted By Fourthgrace

Early Thomas Tommasini

Came across these pics: not high quality, but adds to your cataloguing as these early Thomas models are pretty rare....
05-11-20, 12:21 PM
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Posted By Fourthgrace

Sedazzari Specialissima & Sedazzari Vintage Bikes

I've created a website on Sedazzari bikes, established in Genoa, Italy since 1912

https://sedazzarivintagebikes.wordpress.com/

They were well respected in the 1950s and produced the Sedazzari...
04-26-18, 01:17 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,422
Posted By Fourthgrace

Holdsworth not a Holdsworth

Yes thanks, I wrote it! From my subsequent research and chats with Jason at Brian Rourke Cycles I established that Holdsworth most likely re-badged the previous season Brian Rourke frames. As these...
04-23-18, 03:33 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,422
Posted By Fourthgrace

Thanks-Frame 1991 Reynolds 753 frame and forks:...

Thanks-Frame 1991 Reynolds 753 frame and forks: all original Holdsworth Orange paintwork
Full Mavic SSC groupset incl pedals, stem, handlebars, and Gel 280 rims.

Not too dissimilar from the new...
04-22-18, 12:59 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,422
Posted By Fourthgrace

In celebration of Holdsworth: Build completed...

In celebration of Holdsworth: Build completed today.
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Posted By Fourthgrace

Thanks -yes 1991- I have the receipt for the...

Thanks -yes 1991- I have the receipt for the frame build from the shop. Mavic SSC groupset had an overhaul in 1989, but although this particular groupset dates from mid 80s, there were still probably...
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Views: 1,579
Posted By Fourthgrace

Reynolds 753 in Holdsworth orange: Mavic SSC/Campagnolo

Just completed this build and interested to know thoughts on value:

British Reynolds 753 90s frame in original Holdsworth Orange, built by Dave Yates/Joe Waugh: 54/55 c2c frame, bottle bosses and...
03-25-18, 12:09 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

Now a pair of Grandis

Added this rather lovely 1987 Grandis with chromed lugs: Full Chorus 1st Gen groupset incl Synchro 1 Levers (and yes they work well!).
03-25-18, 11:59 AM
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Posted By Fourthgrace

A pair of Grandis

Don't get much more Italian than these 2 Veronese beauties from Grandis....
03-25-18, 11:52 AM
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Views: 2,186
Posted By Fourthgrace

Blue or red?

Ah those beautiful Grandis bikes.....
02-24-18, 02:39 PM
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Views: 2,186
Posted By Fourthgrace

Unlikely to be Over Max with modern geometry....

Unlikely to be Over Max with modern geometry. This is Over Max, but probably not your size. You get what you pay for (usually!).
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02-22-18, 05:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

New pics now added

Whilst I wait for the refurb of the frame I've added 18 additional pics to the blog, thanks to https://www.philoconnor.com/ photography (permission given). Some great shots!
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02-19-18, 05:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

We're better know for oatcakes than pretzels ! ...

We're better know for oatcakes than pretzels !

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Staffordshire_oatcake :lol:
02-19-18, 01:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

Had someone who gave me some interesting info on...

Had someone who gave me some interesting info on the head tube badge: apparently the knotted rope relates not to MODUCEL but it's the ancient symbol for the County of Staffordshire and possibly a...
02-18-18, 01:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

The best guess is that the rider, Sid Barras had...

The best guess is that the rider, Sid Barras had it resprayed and wanted to keep a reference to its history. To have had all the Moducel scripts made up would have added cost especially as the font...
02-18-18, 05:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

MODUCEL cycle fram refurb

Paint scheme and bike spec will be based on these two pics:
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Posted By Fourthgrace

In the UK, I would estimate selling price...

In the UK, I would estimate selling price £550-£750, but paint condition might be a concern. Deltas worth £200 on their own.
02-17-18, 12:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

Rourke MODUCEL Reynolds 753 Frame

Good to hear!

I'm planning a full re-spray by Rourkes to the correct 1995 race spec (blue fade/white), but the head tube decal, and red/blue diamonds on the frame might be tricky/expensive...
02-17-18, 07:50 AM
Replies: 491
Views: 152,422
Posted By Fourthgrace

1986 MODUCEL Holdsworth bike

1986 MODUCEL Holdsworth

Does anyone have one of these or know the model it was based on? More info via link

https://moducel.wordpress.com/moducel-1986-2/
02-17-18, 03:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,963
Posted By Fourthgrace

80's MODUCEL pro-cycling team, Stoke-on-Trent,England

I've put together a blog about MODUCEL, an 80s pro cycling team, based in Stoke on Trent, England, which I hope you find interesting as there was no previous dedicated resource. The blog reveals how...
11-26-16, 04:50 PM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 324,930
Posted By Fourthgrace

Tommasini Titanio

Thanks for the replies: yes I think my suspicions are correct and that it's a Tommasini Titanio: I don't think much of the Pros Closet as they also contradict the frame size. English threaded?-...
11-26-16, 04:04 AM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 324,930
Posted By Fourthgrace

"Tommasini in Aluminium" listed on the Bay -could...

"Tommasini in Aluminium" listed on the Bay -could it be titanium given tube shapes/sizes and has a BB repair by Dean titanium builder with "titanium" engraved?No fork. Thoughts?

Vintage Tommasini...
04-23-16, 03:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,309
Posted By Fourthgrace

Generally black is not best with a steel frame...

Generally black is not best with a steel frame IMHO. But as always there are exceptions.....if you are looking for a silver groups set, don't rule out 2009/2010 Centaur 10 speed, better than Athena...
04-23-16, 03:05 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

The Berardi is not acknowledged by the seller as...

The Berardi is not acknowledged by the seller as a Grandis, but it screams Grandis to me and they are close enough geographically to make it more than likely. Interestingly no other Berardi I have...
04-23-16, 03:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,212
Posted By Fourthgrace

L'Eroica (Eroica) Britannia 2016

Anyone heading to L'Eroica Britannia 2016? Hope to see you there. My Grandis now ready: frame build up. Post your Eroica compliant bikes.

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04-23-16, 03:16 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

A Grandis by another name?

Frames made by Grandis? Baldi and Berardi
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04-07-16, 01:16 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

This is in line with the simplification theory...

This is in line with the simplification theory that they are all "SL" models and it's possibly correct, but at the moment the classification I have proposed is still robust. Good to have some healthy...
04-06-16, 12:38 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

I acknowledge that there are plenty without...

I acknowledge that there are plenty without decals too- and as I mentioned, it is possible that those with them were added after a repaint: hence why I suggest the head tube lug details and the forks...
04-04-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

Yes the panto chainring was the result of much...

Yes the panto chainring was the result of much patience! On wheels: I have some Super Champion rimmed wheels on Campy record hubs but they aren't running true and some NOS Nisi Torino rims, but am...
04-03-16, 02:00 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

Like the drillium chain rings too! My Mavic Gel...

Like the drillium chain rings too! My Mavic Gel 280 rims are 1980s and contemporary with Super Record hubs. I only had the frame as the starting point, so nothing is original to the bike frame at...
04-03-16, 01:56 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

Thanks. Will do!

Thanks. Will do!
04-03-16, 04:50 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

513346Pics: 1980 Grandis Special ...

513346Pics: 1980 Grandis Special

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04-03-16, 04:29 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

Back to Grandis Special:build now complete and...

Back to Grandis Special:build now complete and ready for L'Eroica Britannia. Spec as follows-
Super Record front and rear derailleurs, gear levers and chainset including pantographed Grandis chain...
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Views: 2,743
Posted By Fourthgrace

As others have said, this is a late 70's...

As others have said, this is a late 70's Tommasini and in some markets this model was branded "Thomas". You can see a good example currently listed on Thomas Tommasini Campagnolo Nuovo Record Small...
12-14-15, 04:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,775
Posted By Fourthgrace

The easy bits: definitely not a Tommasini (never...

The easy bits: definitely not a Tommasini (never see a plain one yet, and the suspect ones are invariably decals-only copies). Date: probably late 70s. Make: may need to strip some paint in strategic...
12-14-15, 04:04 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

You're welcome. I enjoy researching the more...

You're welcome. I enjoy researching the more unusual bike makers-kind of therapeutic!
12-13-15, 08:10 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

Hi @jimm...

Hi @jimm (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=282343)uller, My Campione del Mondo also has the portacatena drillings on the rear dropouts. Didn't know what they were for previously, so that's an...
12-12-15, 03:09 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 21,889
Posted By Fourthgrace

I'm a bit late (in life) in joining the Grandis...

I'm a bit late (in life) in joining the Grandis owners club, but here's my frame (best estimate 1983) Grandis Campione del Monde...now readying it for L'Eroica Britannia next year-a 55 mile ride in...
03-10-15, 03:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,795
Posted By Fourthgrace

Build completed, test ridden. ...

Build completed, test ridden.

https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0094009/photos/56012819@N06/sets/72157651259379401/ (https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0094009/photos/56012819@N06/sets/72157651259379401/)
02-20-14, 03:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,795
Posted By Fourthgrace

Hi Bianchigirll. Glad to hear you like it as much...

Hi Bianchigirll. Glad to hear you like it as much as I do. I'm pretty sure 8 spd Dura Ace is the original spec. I have learnt that these Simoncini bikes were built for Cycles Clements, a UK bike shop...
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