Thread: 1981 Merz show bicycle with Dura_Ace AX group
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Old 01-10-24 | 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Portlandjim
I think the only other aero rims available at that time were Assos. They were very narrow and not really suitable for road bikes. I worked very closely with Shimano USA, I built show bikes for Shimano USA using Dura-Ace AX before it was available for sale to dealers. This bike became my personal ride, I'm on it in this James Mason photo. Mark DiNucci on the right, Bruce Gordon behind me. Jim Merz ​​​​​​​
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