love this info

Thanks [MENTION=203117]jamesdak[/MENTION]

Glad to share, there's not much info out there on these bikes and it's a shame.

I took the Antares out again this afternoon for a quick 23 miles. Something about it just makes me break out in smiles while riding it. It brings the joy of a well functioning machine into my workouts. Can't really explain it.

Better picture of the bike when purchased:

http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/...psb06rvmey.jpg


I can't decide whether to keep the late-80s black trim thing going or to swap out the wheels and stem for aluminum finish . . .

I'm having a similar quandary with my first Italian.

https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1451/2...24d5721b_c.jpg

I kind of like the black stem and seatpost, but I don't think I've heard from anyone else who does. I have also considered black rims, but I think the silver look pretty good.

There's a big appeal to keeping things period-correct, but when that period is the 80's I think sometimes you need to make an exception (although I really like the fade paint job on your bike).

http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/lo...tml?sort=3&o=0Record wheelset came along. I haven't remounted the tires, so don't mention the position re the valves. ; )

Now has 11 speed rear using friction Syncro II and Superbe Pro RD! Shifts fine.
Replaced wheels, wrap, bars, stem, saddle (purple!), chain, RD, cables, housing, pedals.

http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/...ps5arsdpp5.png

https://goo.gl/photos/wBDBkXboNRtVU7bE7

Looking good, how are you enjoying it? Both of mine are a blast to ride.

I just got it together today and have ridden it about a mile. I'm going to dial in the fit while riding over the Golden Gate Bridge to the Marin headlands this weekend, so I'll have a better idea. But so far my impressions are very positive - sturdy, nimble, and smooth. Feels a lot like my Schwinn Peloton. That said, I notice changes in fit and tires more than frames so take this with a grain of salt.

That bike looks fast! Love the pink!

BITD I used to regularly ride over the GG without a second thought and now when I walk out on the bridge I get heights dizzy and nauseated. Not sure I could ride a bike across now LOL. Maybe riding a steel bike would lessen the fear of getting blown off!

What a great looking bike, well done, sir, well done.

Bill

Can't wait to hear how it rides for you after you get it dialed in.