I have been cycling seriously since '89. Even though I'm a dyed in the wool road rider, living on the East Coast, I have always wanted Yo. Being on the seen during the culmination of the MTB was interesting while being heartbreaking, the way riders jumped ship to ride in the woods.
I saw this over a Classic Rendezvous by a long time builder and designer. Although I do not agree that I desire or ever want a carbon bike, he brings up some good points in regards to what drives the bicycle industry. Read on.
I have been reluctant to comment on the CR thread about bicycle...
The Somec has a stiffer ride. Same geometry as the De Rosa. The seat stays are thicker on the Somec, and could add to this. I did a wheel swap and did notice compliance. That is what brought me to build up different wheels. I was told more than once that if I change out the seatpost for a...
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If you are referring to the wheels, it has been a rough road. I had the old timer at the shop build them. Got them home to put the Vittoria Open SC's on. The nightmare began. I never in my life had a set of tires go on so hard. Broke two tire irons. I get the wheels on and the...
This is my favorite out of all the bikes I have owned over the years. It rides like no other. El OS tubing. After the realization that this is my favorite, I have been slowly perfecting her. Recent upgrade was a Record Ti seatpost, replacing the steel Chorus. The new wheelset I just had...
Hi guys. I decided it is time to post a few of my bikes. You have a great forum/web site. I have sent in catalog scans in the past, but only started posting today. I'm a bit of a retro guy. My love is Italian steel. I have been riding seriously since '89. This is my '13 Somec Rex, built...