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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: South of Raleigh, North of New Hill, East of Harris Lake, NC
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Bikes: Specialized Tarmac, Specialized Roubaix, Giant OCR-C, Specialized Stumpjumper FSR, Stumpjumper Comp, 88 & 92Nishiki Ariel, 87 Centurion Ironman, 92 Paramount, 84 Nishiki Medalist
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OP, would love to see photos. I'm glad it's working out for you.
I tried the Vintage build route with two bikes. The first is a 86 Nishiki Prestige that I built up with 8speed, Shimano 600 STI, Aero rims and dual pivot brakes. It performed OK, but the newer CF bike is faster. Then I had a bike shop build up a 92 Paramount with OS tubing, fairly light for a steel frame. I used a Campy Chorus 10 speed drive train with Campy brakes, Ksyrium Elite wheels and Mavic Pro tires. It never panned out. I've timed myself on several rides and found I'm consistently 1 to 2 MPH slower on the Paramount than on a late model ride. No way I can keep up with a fast group on the Paramount. It's a shame cause IMHO it's the best looking bike I own. Don't be surprised if you change to a late model, good quality bike with a good wheel set if you pick up an extra MPH.
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