Z5 isn't a custom model from Parlee, FWIW

just goes to show you how ignorant I am...can't tell the difference between a TT bike and a tri-bike....although I of course did notice the limited gearing...lol @ tri-freak...I'm sure they appreciate the nuance that escapes me.

Well, that shows what I know.

the rest of your observation was quite reasonable, however (IMHO)...

hottt

Red hottt

hottt

Hot. The saddle isn't my favorite, but really that's a pretty minor criticism. The bike looks quite nice. I really like that paint scheme.

http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/...ps0c33ae2c.jpg




Hammer away!

A HUGE thanks goes out to @primov8 for hooking me up with the alligator ilinks brake and shift cable housing. Really appreciate it Francis!

Upgrades include:
-DA shifter's
-DA Rear Derailleur
-ilink cable housing
-9000 brake and shift cable's
-Installed Veloplugs on the Enve's
-Ultralight tubes
-I have KCNC RD pulleys in transit, should be here by weeks end.

I'm waiting to take it in and weigh it. If my math is correct, I should be around 14lbs on the dot if not under! (I weighed in at 13.1 without chain, cables and housing) I will be swapping out the handlebar tape for lizardskins 1.8 race tape which will save another 15g. I took it around the block and the braking does seem nicer, though if I'm being honest, I miss the feel of the ultegra brake lever. The DA is a bit thinner, but I guess that's where part of the weight savings is.

http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u...r/IMG_4830.jpg

Not

Bianchi,

Honestly mate, if you're going to play the weight weenie game, play it right. Trim those brake and shifter cables so they don't extend beyond the pinch bolt. :p If you've got room for a crimped end, they're too long.:D

It just needs a different stem and saddle. Something more classic looking and less modern.

I didnt install them. I had a mechanic show me how to install them and this is how they said it should be. I dont know how to install cables and I trust them. If they are a little long, so be it.

I have an all original De Rosa Professional. I was going for all modern here.

You and your ww craziness. :p
I'm glad it worked out. Even better those I-links are being put to some good use.

What a beauty! I've always been a big fan of your bike.

It appears you also don't know how to recognize when someone is taking the piss out of you.:)


But, all joking aside, the really true Weight Weenies use either super glue or soldier to keep their cables from fraying and once they're adjusted, cut them flush with the pinch bolt. Two brakes and two derailleurs worth of cable savings plus the loss of four ferrules must be worth at least 5 grams. :)

And, yes, I like your bike, but, wish you would have either left the other photos or included one that was closer to a side shot. The head on does a beautiful job of highlighting the ilinks and bar arrangement, but, not the rest of the bike.

Nah, I knew you were just jabbin me man. I was just explaining. If I would have known differently I would have done so. Im still not real confident with working on my bike. After watching her install these, I still dont think I could do it on my own lol.

Ill hopefully get some better full bike shots. Was in a hurry to get my kids but was excited to get some sort of photo.

One of these days I'm going to take some proper photos of my bikes.

Yay, color.

Hot

Here's my Tarmac Project Black SL3!

http://i929.photobucket.com/albums/a...ps07f1f7b0.jpg

Not digging the super short stem, but hot nonetheless!

Yup that is HOT. That is how a specialized should look