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03-11-10, 09:42 AM
#1903
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Brethren of my old blue one just above, which was pinched...
/tries not to indulge in torture fantasies
Nice kit on it; pity you didn't score the sexy transparent blue paint job mine had.
/tries not to indulge in torture fantasies
Nice kit on it; pity you didn't score the sexy transparent blue paint job mine had.
03-11-10, 11:30 PM
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www.theheadbadge.com
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Since you're in South Florida, you might get the opportunity to see him riding it someday - and if not this particular machine, his equally stunning, fillet-brazed, True Temper machine (w/10-speed Record) - also one of his own builds. He does outstanding work.
-Kurt
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03-12-10, 01:36 AM
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Hello Kurt,
Agree with the others that this is the hottest bike posted on here in a long time. I loved the SunTour Superbe Pro group back in the 1980s and I know that I have a well used rear derailleur and shift levers hanging around somewhere in my garage. In fact, that's my only criticism of your impeccable build; I would have used downtube shifters.
Enjoy it!
Agree with the others that this is the hottest bike posted on here in a long time. I loved the SunTour Superbe Pro group back in the 1980s and I know that I have a well used rear derailleur and shift levers hanging around somewhere in my garage. In fact, that's my only criticism of your impeccable build; I would have used downtube shifters.
Enjoy it!
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03-12-10, 07:30 AM
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I'm not a barcon fan myself, but I was pleasantly surprised when I test-rode it; they are quite smooth.
-Kurt
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03-12-10, 08:48 AM
#1909
Sucking Wheel at the back
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Here's the SL2. Haven't posted it yet.
03-12-10, 08:57 AM
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All Campy, all the time
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03-12-10, 01:46 PM
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Just finished in time for the snow to melt.
03-12-10, 01:56 PM
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Should have gone with a Roubaix.
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03-12-10, 03:39 PM
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03-12-10, 03:51 PM
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You want a Roubaix for that extra long headtube.
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03-12-10, 04:22 PM
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I have a problem with my body type.
I have long legs and a short torso.
When I used competitive cyclists fit calculator it says my seat tube should be 56 and my top tube should be 53. Hard to find that combination.
I have asked several people about the Roubaix's stiffness compared to the Tarmac but haven't heard from anyone.
I have long legs and a short torso.
When I used competitive cyclists fit calculator it says my seat tube should be 56 and my top tube should be 53. Hard to find that combination.
I have asked several people about the Roubaix's stiffness compared to the Tarmac but haven't heard from anyone.
03-12-10, 04:53 PM
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I have a problem with my body type.
I have long legs and a short torso.
When I used competitive cyclists fit calculator it says my seat tube should be 56 and my top tube should be 53. Hard to find that combination.
I have asked several people about the Roubaix's stiffness compared to the Tarmac but haven't heard from anyone.
I have long legs and a short torso.
When I used competitive cyclists fit calculator it says my seat tube should be 56 and my top tube should be 53. Hard to find that combination.
I have asked several people about the Roubaix's stiffness compared to the Tarmac but haven't heard from anyone.
03-12-10, 10:22 PM
#1917
My grammar sucks.
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better pic.
colnago c94 comp.
campy record carb/ti 10s
colnago c94 comp.
campy record carb/ti 10s
03-12-10, 10:28 PM
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Hills hurt.. Couches kill
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03-12-10, 11:38 PM
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IMO different shades of green work great. That Colnago's so hot I'd be tempted to mug you for it.
Reckon it might look a fraction better with a black stem or silver seatpost, though
Reckon it might look a fraction better with a black stem or silver seatpost, though
03-12-10, 11:59 PM
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I chose the silver stem and black post 'cause i thought it flowed well with the paint and chrome. the black headset carries the darker hues from the rear and the alloy stem seems to pull up from the fork, through the lugs. it's not seen but the bars are also black. i really like the contrast in the front end. black/chrome/green - it's easy on the eyes.
thanks again.
03-13-10, 12:12 AM
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Your bar tape looks great, but if you ever spot some with a black/green pattern, that might look a bit better...
03-13-10, 11:50 AM
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Thanks, The tires are already dirty and I expect the tape to follow suit. The green will get more dull over time. Same as on my merlin, the orange became less bright over time.
03-13-10, 05:23 PM
#1925
Made in Norway
yes!
Finally some colors.
Stealth, black & White, you name it....all that total lack of fantasy and imagination
Not to mention hydroformed frames far from being qualified to hit any aesthetic scales
This is hot
