Cinelli has sold, again
07-12-21, 05:35 PM
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Originally Posted by iab
Except while the money is probably great, he doesn't need it. He may want it, but certainly doesn't need it. And he has been merging art culture and bikes for at least 40 years. I don't know why that gets anyone's knickers in a twist. The Haring behind his desk would get him at least a couple dozen Ferraris. The Haring Laser is probably worth at least one alone.
Cinelli 044 by iabisdb, on Flickr
Cinelli 044 by iabisdb, on FlickrI see no problem with the baton exchange.
Almost 40 years since 1983, if that is how one wants to count.
Time to be enjoying an espresso at an inviting spot of your choice.
Leisure.
07-12-21, 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by bikingshearer
Love the new press release. It would be refreshing to see them actually release this.
And speaking of reissue wool kit, here is the Christmas present I got for myself with the wife's blessing. Available now at wingedstore.com in the "Cino Collection" section.
And speaking of reissue wool kit, here is the Christmas present I got for myself with the wife's blessing. Available now at wingedstore.com in the "Cino Collection" section.
07-12-21, 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by repechage
Fun office. Needs one of those Columbus tube frame exec office desks. Did not Cino have one?
I see no problem with the baton exchange.
Almost 40 years since 1983, if that is how one wants to count.
Time to be enjoying an espresso at an inviting spot of your choice.
Leisure.
I see no problem with the baton exchange.
Almost 40 years since 1983, if that is how one wants to count.
Time to be enjoying an espresso at an inviting spot of your choice.
Leisure.
07-12-21, 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by iab
Are you saying he doesn't need or wants those brands to remain in good stead?
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07-13-21, 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by mstateglfr
The hobootleg models were pretty versatile. Are you even aware if them? Screaming value for a year or so online.
Monstrosity isn't a word I would choose, even if given 100 words.
Monstrosity isn't a word I would choose, even if given 100 words.
Anything made in Taiwan these days is going to a fairly high end frame. Cost of labor, coupled with factories with ~30yrs of experience. If you want low-end, look for China, Vietnam, Malaysia production.
