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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Early Columbus decal, from when?
I'm researching an older Bottecchia from approximately 1970. Can anyone tell me more about the Columbus decal below? Is the tubing SL or something earlier? Rinforzati means reinforced. Does this simply mean butted? Does it imply helical reinforcements?
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