USAZorro

It was meant with a smile. Hopefully it didn't come across as too harsh.

USAZorro

Greg made it himself in a small garage on the border between Minnesota and Wisconsin.

EjustE

Here is the thing: Even Brooks would not suggest using either the saddle you have (b66/b67?) or the b17 for bikes that are meant to have their handlebars lower than the saddle (they recommend the B15, Swift or Team Pro for such applications.) A new Regal costs about $68 these days. Your saddle can bring more than that on ebay (and you don't have to break a Regal in .)

Conti Ultras are very good tires and you would probably have to ride for a while to waste them, so start now

shopgirl

It's a Countess saddle on there now, basically supposed to be a lady's team pro with springs. I don't think they make them anymore. I do have two though, so maybe I will go ahead and sell one. Decisions decisions.

bigbossman 

Actually, you're both right. for the older folks "in like Flynn" refers to Errol Flynn, and his storied success with the ladies. For the less old (but still pretty elderly) "in like Flint" is a variation of "in like Flynn" and refers to the movie of the same name (In Like Flint), which was the sequel to "Our Man Flint", starring James Coburn as Derek Flint - spy, ladies man, and all around bon vivant.

You're Welcome.

gomango

First of all, hard to be offended by anything I hear on these boards Mr. Zorro. I teach middle-schoolers, so there is very little here that can get through my thick skin!

Then BBM, thank you very much sir, for clearing up this matter straight away! James Coburn in that role was outstanding.

and finally shopgirl, a Regal works well for me, and it might fit equally well for you.

E's price sounds very good, but there are so many good deals and sales going on, do some extra research just in case.

It is part of the joy of ownership.

rat fink

Awesome bike, congrats! One thing though, I wouldn't recommend a C&V saddle (except the right model Brooks) for any bike that gets ridden, unless the rider is actually significantly more comfortable on an older one. I don't know what works for the fairer sex, but I might recommend a Specialized saddle as one to look into.

splytz1

Really? Many swear by San Marco Rolls, the Regal, and the Selle Italia Turbo - tried-and-true designs that have been around forever. I would never put anything but a Rolls on a bike I ride. But saddle preference is so personal - why shill for Specialized in particular?

Unicanitor saddles are famously uncomfortable, especially the hard plastic ones, but otherwise, I don't see how "C&V saddle" means "uncomfortable."

Sorry, I'm just having a tough time making sense of your post - maybe it's me.

shopgirl

The shop I work at sells Specialized, and there are a lot of folks who like their saddles. I have them on three of my bikes already. But I've ridden a lot on Brooks too, and find them very comfortable.

rat fink

Saddle preference is personal, that's why I suggest trying lots of different saddles and using what works for you. No snub at C&V saddles, just that I find the idea of people saying that you should use a C&V instead, just because it looks right or is period correct. I personally feel that this is one of those areas that the technology of the last twenty years has a lot to offer. I cite Specialized, in particular, because they have done a lot of R&D to improve saddle fit/ergonomics; also, I have had many female riding partners say that the designs they offer for women fit them best. That being said, there are also a lot of good designs by Fizik, Selle, Prologo and others.

I wouldn't say that a C&V saddle is synonymous with discomfort, but for many as many people as there are that feel comfortable on a Regal or Rolls, there are likely several that are significantly more comfortable on a Toupe 143, Arione, or SLR. It's all about having the right tool for the job.

Young Version

I tried out a padded suede one on my Bianchi and found it very comfortable; more so even than a Turbo.

shopgirl

Thanks Chuckk. That story sounds a lot more believable than USAZorro's idea
I don't see a sticker with a serial number, just a six digit one imprinted on the shell like normal.
Regardless, it's a great ride. The is the first Campy I've ever owned. I've only had time to take it for a couple of quick neighborhood jaunts so far, but it's fast! I put the old Turbo saddle back on and patched up the dog-chewed side with electrical tape. I cannot WAIT to get the dark grey fizik tape on there. Right shifter works great; left shifter, not so much. Luckily it's stuck on the small ring. Brake pads need to be replaced.