Originally Posted by
Hypno Toad
I just rode my 1996 Mondonico (lugged steel frame bike) on the 67-mile Tour de Tonka charity ride. It was GREAT, and got many complements from other riders - mostly "Steel is real!"
My brother just dusted off his early-80s Kabuki and is loving it!
In my opinion, don't replace the steel frame Bianchi just 'cause it's old.
Not even that old. It comes with STI. And it is a steel frame! And, if I am not mistaken, Campagnolo components. You can't get a steel frame with Campangnolo for anywhere close to $1,000 or even $1,500 retail these days.