What a wonderful first road bike for your friend. He even has a bit of room to move the stem up if needed. Be happy the Madone still has life and is going to get used. What more can one ask for?
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A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking. - S. Wright
Favorite rides in the stable: Indy Fab CJ Ti - Colnago MXL - S-Works Roubaix - Habanero Team Issue - Jamis Eclipse carbon/831