Redline Metro Classic (drop bars, steel, disc brakes) my first bike build!
11-26-12, 08:21 AM
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Yeah, it looks good in black. I wonder if now's the time to move from my canti-braked Bianchi Valle (also in classy black) to the RMC.
11-26-12, 09:47 AM
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also there are some BMC offerings as well that I saw on the commuter bike thread that have that cool BMC seat stays/frame unique look in a commuter/drop bar disc xcross-ish bikes too.
11-28-12, 09:16 AM
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Thanks for pics of the bike! it looks great. yeah you should go with a shorter stem if you want. or even new handlebars like ritchey compact/classic curves which are brifter friendly flat transitioned and have a 73mm reach 128mm drop (compared to the supplied FSA which are near 80mm reach). That 0.5cm from the bars and 1cm from the stem can make a big difference in comfort. I have versions of the Ritchey compact/classic curve bars on my other bikes, and my wife's bike. a slightly shorter stem + shorter reach bar will shore up the fit and keep you comfortable.
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if you run discs and can accomodate 135 in the rear i strongly recommend 29er wheelsets without a braking surface.
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