Originally Posted by
calamarichris
Perfect, thank you! My four main criteria in bicycle component selection are:
~Functionality & performance
~Robustness & durability
~Likelihood of offending traditionalists, inflexible Campagnisti, & other effete snobs
~Lightweight
I would answer your original question if I knew the answer, but I don't. Sorry. I enjoy being helpful when I can be. Not trying to derail or stir the pot.
My comment on the crank/chain ring combo was directed toward the bike builder's (Masi) choice to run a modern outboard bearing crank with a retro repro 1970's style chain ring that would normally be found bolted to a square taper crank with fluted arms. Looks funky to me. That's all.