First (real) ride impressions:

-Holy carp.

-As cheesy as it sounds, I now understand what is meant by "the bike disappears beneath you". Other bikes are close, but this is a step above the rest in my...'collection'...I'm sure it's at least partly due to the fit, materials, and tubulars. This climbs just as well, if not better, than my ultra stiff CAAD (as of now I'm leaning on the side of better - insert Jan Heine reference here).

-(btw, I'm sold on tubulars).

-I love Campagnolo (first experience).

-I need to ride more.

-Unfortunately, I believe the RD hanger is slightly bent (despite the frame having been checked by the LBS with their Park goodies). Plenty of builders in the surrounding area, so I can get this and the frame alignment double-checked/corrected easily. It'll just be a bit longer until this thing is completely dialed. No biggie.

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Loose ends:

-I'll be looking to trade Campy med. toe clips for large.

-Cables could use a slight trimming.

-Aforementioned alignment/hanger issues.

-I have white Fizik tape that may replace the cotton (or I'll grab some Ambrosio). Aesthetics.

-Minor fit adjustments.