Hi all, On the search for a 53 square South African built frameset. Eg. Hansom, du toit, Le Jeune, Alpina, Zion etc. If anyone has something they want to part with, please let me know. Thanks
Pleasure. Just PM me if you need any further advice on parts if you run into trouble or if you are looking for a specific part. Using the best parts you can afford is defiantly the only way forward. Also using new or NOS (new old stock) parts are worth paying a little extra for. I look after my bikes meticulously so most of the parts stay looking new for much longer and most people always comment on how nice my bikes look. Just wash them at least once a week and if you’re riding in the rain wash it after the ride.
Most people now a days want the lightest bikes, many are riding on the 6.9kg mark. It really effects the riding quality and also the handling. Steel bikes are a little heavier but I think after 120km or so in the saddle you start thanking the bike for being so comfortable. But then again bike's are such a personal choice. Anything under 10kg's is light for me. I have seen some Serrotta's built up with the right parts to weigh in just over 7kg's. The best of both worlds, but then again you have to weigh up the cost of the lighter parts and if it’s actually gonna make much of a difference.
Thanks for the nice comments. The stem is from here: http://defietsenmaker.nl/index.php?item=3ttt-evol-2002-hinged-model-quill-stem&action=article&aid=14&lang=EN And check out his bars here. http://defietsenmaker.nl/index.php?item=&action=page&group_id=10000003&lang=EN The bars on my bike are from Planet X as they are TDF bend (Tour de France) its a little shallower than the Merckx and Gimmondi but still has a traditional bend. http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk/i/q/HB3TERPWTDF/3ttt_ergo_power_tdf_handlebar If your gonna run ergos you must buy the double cable groove version know as the ergo. Hope this helps. J
This is my latest build: Eddy Merckx Corsa 01 (55 x55) Campagnolo Chorus 11 speed Compact Crankset (2012) Campagnolo Record Seatpost Specialized Romin Expert Saddle 3ttt Evol Stem (100mm) 3ttt TDF bend bars 42cm Fizik Microtex Tape Campagnolo White Hoods King Cage Bottle cages Wheels - Record Hubs laced to Mavic open Pros with Conti GP4000s. I think that it. This baby rides beautifully and weighs in just under the 9kg mark. Not light but then again most riders should lose 2kgs and save themselves $$$$. Enjoy
