Originally Posted by
bbbfalcs
Hey man, I am in the market for a new frame in the near future and I thought that I would get your thoughts.
I saw the pics of the pink Dodici Gara frame. Are you riding that build? How long have you been riding it? How do you feel about it?
I ride the mostly smooth streets of So Cal regularly, and I am considering this frame because I want to try an aluminum frame that does not have pursuit geo. I do mostly long rides, 45-60 miles, and enjoy slow climbs. I do want something with comfortable road-like geometry, although I am pretty lean and flexible. I have really fallen in love with the aesthetic/appearance of aluminum frames opposed to steel frames.
How well do you think that this frame will suit me? Do yo have any concerns about quality and/or warranty stuff with Dodici? I ask because I don't many of them on the streets, and there doesn't really appear to be any shops in So Cal selling them much.
Thanks in advance for your time man, really appreciate it.
That pink Dodici Gara is all mine.
It just arrived last week and I've only put about 60 miles or so on it but it fits me perfectly (as custom frames should) and I am incredibly pleased with it. The Dedacciai Fire 7003-AL tubeset is incredibly stiff without being harsh like a lot of lower-grade aluminum frames and actually rides a lot more like a steel frame when it comes to road vibrations and whatnot.
I have a feeling you're not seeing too many of them around because they are - for the most part - custom made in Italy. The ones available here in the states (distributed by Leader) are still pretty nice but they're nowhere near being the same frames.