I have a 595 Ultra. Awesome bike to say the least. Would buy it again in a heartbeat if given the chance. One of the best bikes made without a doubt. Too bad they discontinued that model to be followed by the 695. I hate the fact that to get a 695 you pay for the darn crank and pedals I would personally have no use for. I really like the concept of the stem, despite it being ugly as heck. If it came with the choice to get ride of the integrated crank and pedals I would consider it for my next build.
Now, there is not a single thing wrong with the crank or pedals. Actually, they have gotten pretty good reviews. I just like the Campagnolo cranks better and run other brand pedals.
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