Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Since you have a Motobecane Fantom CXX, you might as well go for a touring frame. I would pair the Nashbar touring frame with a Surly Long Haul Trucker fork for mostly paved-road touring.
The Double drivetrain on the Motobecane Fantom CXX and the triple drivetrain from the Volpe along with the ability to carry heavier loads on the Nashbar Touring frame will make for a complementary set of bikes.
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