GT Edge
02-06-25 | 09:31 AM
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GT Edge
Wondering if anyone has ever seen a review of the GT Edge made with Reynolds 853 ? Seems to be some about the Ti and aluminum versions but not the 853.
TIA
Charlie
edit: and where that might be found if possible
TIA
Charlie
edit: and where that might be found if possible
Last edited by Steel Charlie; 02-06-25 at 10:22 AM.
02-07-25 | 08:39 AM
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I decided to buy it anyway. It'll be a few days before I get to see it live. I'm hoping that it survives the shipping and surprises with condition. Be a pleasant change of pace.
Hope springs eternal.
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02-07-25 | 09:09 AM
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These had really nice welds finish work and great geometry so I think you well be pleased big plus if it still has the matching size correct stem,
02-08-25 | 05:23 AM
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The GT Edge in Reynolds 853 was fillet brazed and was a limited edition and it was at the base as far as I recall equipped with Dura Ace. The frame geometry was on the agressive end but it was a very comfy and fast ride a link about it 1997/1998 GT Team Saturn Roadbike
02-08-25 | 08:55 AM
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The GT Edge in Reynolds 853 was fillet brazed and was a limited edition and it was at the base as far as I recall equipped with Dura Ace. The frame geometry was on the agressive end but it was a very comfy and fast ride a link about it 1997/1998 GT Team Saturn Roadbike
Cheers 🍻
Charlie
02-08-25 | 02:44 PM
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I saw this GT Course bike on Facebook marketplace:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/...49561873228194
This one is also 853 tubing, but TIG welded. Seems like GT made an interesting foray into road bikes!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/...49561873228194
This one is also 853 tubing, but TIG welded. Seems like GT made an interesting foray into road bikes!
02-08-25 | 02:52 PM
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I saw this GT Course bike on Facebook marketplace:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/...49561873228194
This one is also 853 tubing, but TIG welded. Seems like GT made an interesting foray into road bikes!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/...49561873228194
This one is also 853 tubing, but TIG welded. Seems like GT made an interesting foray into road bikes!
02-08-25 | 03:16 PM
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Oh I can’t pass up another opportunity to post a pic of my Ex Saturn Team bike.
Probably the one bike I most regret selling.
Probably the one bike I most regret selling.
02-08-25 | 03:55 PM
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That yellow works and looks dyno but I think the Fulcrum wheels I want to put on it will force me to red. The currently black fork will definitely be something else as well. I may explore fork options. Depends.
02-08-25 | 03:56 PM
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Perfect combinaison of Shimano Dura Ace 7700 and Mavic Cosmic Carbone Pro . That thing was fast, comfy and light. A collector friend of mine said to me one thing "When you have a rare and collectible frame,or bike you never sell it" That is indeed true.
02-08-25 | 09:53 PM
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Gt Edge 853 cyclcross bike I rode for many-many years. Sold it because it was always too small for me and I've been searching for a taller example ever since.
