Originally Posted by
SeñorPantalones
Grant recommended the Altus but i catch hell for it from everyone who sees it.

He (Grant) likes those big pulleys.
A year or so ago, I ran into one of the Dura Ace 7703 derailleurs with the big pulley- I have that set aside for when I somehow find the money for a Rivendell...
That's a lovely bike and my size- but...
As far as Bridgestones go... I think the red T-700s are quite sporty looking. I had the opportunity to get one this past winter, but I passed on it, as I have a garage full of keepers.