Originally Posted by
TugaDude
Is that frame completely chromed under the paint? I had a red one that was. Paint was beginning to flake all over. Sold it, but thought briefly about stripping it to see if the chrome was presentable. I like the yellow color and I'll bet it will ride very well.
Funny, i had a yellow one like pictured and the paint flaked as well. I stripped it for a repaint and then ended up leaving it bare chrome. The chrome under the paint isn't a mirror polish like the stays, but it was good enough for me.
the bike originally came with a straight blade profile carbon fork with a threadless chromoly steerer and full ultegra 9spd. I recall the top tube being a little on the long side very much like the similar 853 lemonds that came with near the same spec. If it fits you well, I think it is worth a nice fork and good components. Mine was briefly dressed in record and chorus components and it didn't feel over dressed. I often regret selling it.
oh, I recall the seatpost being 27mm.