and I hear someone calling me.

Fellow from up the street, frame and fork hanging over his shoulder.

Asks if I want it, it's mine if I can use it.

Colnago Mexico, frame, fork, headset, stem, Cinelli bars and Campy Bottom bracket. Uh, also, a Nuove Record front and rear derailleur.

I say - sure I guess I can use it.

Tells me he bought it in June 1980. Rode it every day to school and work and racing, for 15 years.

The frame is remarkably good, apart from the paint. Colnagos were an elegant looking frame back then. The stay points and lugs are beautiful.

I guess I have another project. It's Saronni Red, have to try and reproduce that.