Originally Posted by
Bianchigirll
UH Um you are not going to actually ride the beautiful bike off road are you? I mean I know it is a 'cross bike but it is just too pretty to ride in the dirt.
can we get a close up of the chainwheel? does it have two guards?
Yes, a guard on both sides. I think these were custom constructed back in the day, but I am not sure. Next post pictures.
On whether I am taking it off road: Yes, I am taking it off road. Sure the bike is in beatifull (thank you), but it is not NOS or in concours d' elegance condition. There are some marks like scratches or chips and there is some wear. In the way I am using and take care of my bicycles ussually I do expect a nigligible effect on condition. Moreover there is also a benefit factor, because of the regular servicing and other utmost care meassures like rust prevention.