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manofoar
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Bikes: 1999 Schwinn Paramount, 1960s Legnano

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1999 Schwinn Paramount, built by Match cycle in Woodinville, WA. Pretty much everything I ever wanted in a bike. Bought the frame/fork with the crankset and brakes for $900 from a friend, and then finished out the rest using my tax return last year.

Phil Wood Ti BB
Dura Ace 7400 crank (175mm, 53-39)
Dura Ace 7700 Derailleurs
Dura Ace 7800 Shifters
Dura Ace 7700 Brakes
Dur Ace 1" Threaded headset
TTT stem
Brooks Swallow saddle
Aksium Wheelset w/ Ultegra 11-28 cassette, and Dura Ace 7800 chain

Reynolds 853 steel is awesome to ride on. When I first rode this after having ridden my old Cannondale Synapse for 3 years, it was weird - I wasn't used to the flex from cranking. But once you get into a good cadence, the frame almost helps your feet along. It's a strange sensation, but I've been able to crank faster and attain higher peak speeds with a heavier bike, because it is so forgiving.
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