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Old 08-10-12, 09:42 PM
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My 85 Gios Professional. Been in the stable since new (frame and fork), upgraded several time over the years. Now in it's final glory. The paint and decals are original and has over 25,000 miles on the frame/fork.









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noglider, My daughter would agree 100%. Just one of those bikes where the sum is greater than it's parts.

guzziee, I went, actually still at it, through the same thing. Just started to make sense, but the sentimental items are tough.

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Old 08-11-12, 06:23 AM
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I'd probably keep the Fisher Opie because it is so versatile, but I would sure miss my Salsa Campion, Cannondale Synapse, Pake Rum Runner FG, Klein Rascal SS, Serrota T-Max Commuter bike, and Santana Arriva Road Tandem, although I guess I could do without the Redline Monocog 29er MTB I suppose. The Opie has three sets of wheels and runs either of two sets of Nokian studded tires in winter trim, is a great overall MTB, is a total blast to ride on urban assaults, and I've done a few centuries on it as well. Everytime I think about replacing it with something newer I end up going for a ride and changing my mind.

If I could keep two the second would be my FG.

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Originally Posted by wahoonc
Out of sight out of mind?

Aaron, is that your residence as well as your bike shed?
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Originally Posted by bradtx
noglider, My daughter would agree 100%. [The Volpe is] just one of those bikes where the sum is greater than it's parts.

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Well put! It's almost a no-compromise bike, for me, anyway. I'm pleased beyond all expectations with it.
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Originally Posted by Sixty Fiver
This is such a disturbing thread... it should be locked down and erased as it gives me nightmares.
Heh. How many bikes does each of your daughters have?
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Originally Posted by noglider
My Bianchi Volpe, acquired cheap on craigslist. It will soon have a rack or two, fenders, and a dynamo light set.

It has a 21-speed drive train. Handling is very sure but not quick. Climbing is very good, though.



I'm curious to see this one when it's all finished. Sounds like it will be a real sweet rig!
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My Alyeska.
If you wanted to change the gearing on this would you be required to repaint it?
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Since I got this Super Course I have been cleaning house. This is my main ride now. Have a couple accessories coming to hang on it. I think its a keeper.

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Probably my Pogliaghi Pista. Eh... who needs more than one gear anyway?
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This isn't easy. In fact, it is downright disturbing. Nevertheless, my choice would be this:



But Sharon's choice would be this:



In case of a tie, she gets to cast the tie-breaking vote.
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