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12-01-19 | 11:30 AM

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Sy Reene

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Originally Posted by O d gout

I was leaning towards the 2020 Domane SL5 but the folks at the LBS are really pushing me toward the checkpoint stating the Domane should not be taken on gravel at all and that the frames finish would be ruined. I heard this from multiple employees..

I could understand if the LBS were discussing geometry or wheel/tire clearance differences, but I'm curious what the "finish would be ruined" is all about? A checkpoint SL5 vs Domane SL5.. stronger paint on one vs the other?

Also.. too bad the Checkpoint didn't get the newer T47 bottombracket update like the Domane did.

Last edited by Sy Reene; 12-01-19 at 11:54 AM.

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