Joined: May 2007
Posts: 23,474
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From: SF Bay Area
Bikes: Litespeed Ultimate, Ultegra; Canyon Endurace, 105; Battaglin MAX, Chorus; Bianchi 928 Veloce; Ritchey Road Logic, Dura Ace; Cannondale R500 RX100; Schwinn Circuit, Sante; Lotus Supreme, Dura Ace
Go for the Portofino. No question.
I own a Battaglin, a MAX frame from the early 90s. Bought it a dozen years ago. Had it repainted red with white detailing in the pantographed lugs. Built it up with Chorus, the last generation that was still polished aluminum. I get a LOT of compliments from other riders on that bike!
It's not light, but it is stiff and responsive, and it corners like it's on rails. Every time I ride it after riding another bike for a while, I think, "Oh, yeah! THIS is why I love this bike!"
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