Originally Posted by
zukahn1
Based on the wider range cassette the DA rd was likely changed out to Long cage Ultegra to alloy for the wider gear range. I would actually consider this a plus if everything works good since the DA race gearing was pretty steep. As for value if you got for less than $500 you did good.
Thanks, that makes sense as to why the RD was switched. I noticed the wider cassette and it was a good thing for sure. I live in a hilly area and that steep cassette wasn't going to cut it, no way no how. BTW, shifts great to all gears even with the revised setup.
Originally Posted by
DMC707
Dura Ace everywhere ? -- Sounds like a great score !
There are things you can do to manipulate the cockpit to be more user friendly --- swap the stem for a shorter one and install a set of riser bars like the Specialized Hovers , along with a zero offset seatpost and everything will be a little more leisurely
Hey thanks for the ideas, I'll keep them in mind. I think a shorter stem would be the first thing to try. It's ok now, but having the bars a little closer to me would be better. This thing is LIGHT... I think about 18 lbs but I need to check that.
Here are some pics exactly as bought. The most worn part is the cranks, just some scuffing. I can barley see the DuraAce, but it's there
. I think I might tone down the bottle cages! Anyway, since I live in San Diego, with those colors the bile has been christened The Charger.
The Charger
Ping pong paddles... I believe that's a good thing?