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@kaaaaaaandries
Cheers @HHC but at my current rate I really need to clear bikes before purchasing new ones ha, so my focus has shifted somewhat atm. Besides, I'm not specifically after a Concorde, it was just by chance that the fake one popped up at the time.
On that note though RX100 the same as 105?
@Breso your thread is currently saved on my phone for viewing later :) Looks so good! I'm after something like that and also PhilPubs red bike on page 1.
Took pics of Candidate No.2 this morning
Unknown make
Reynolds 653
58cm Seat tube (approx)
56 cm Top tube (approx)
I did measure but I forgot lol...
Campagnolo Avanti.
Unsure of wheels and hubs at this point - might give them a nice clean to see if I can see any writing. The freewheel is quite loud though, not sure if that is synonimous with any Campag hubs?
Lugs are pretty
Need to slam dat stem!
It's quite funny though because remember I said no Campag? lol...
"4. Not cost the earth - i.e. no waiting 10 years for Campagnolo or paying £500 for Campagnolo seat post if it can be helped."
It does ride super nice though and feels way more lively than the Fakecorde (obv), so think it's safe to assume that I'll sack that off in terms of this build. I know we said about not writing off the less desirable tubing due to road handling etc but I must admit I do prefer the feel of something more upright/tight with skinnier tyres. I definitely dont get on with the wide Mavic's and chunky tyres on the Fakecorde. Perhaps just personal preference I suppose!
The only issue with Candidate No.2 will be the size but haven't taken it on anything further than 10 miles per stint yet... Will report back after Saturday!
If this doesnt work out then I'll be back at square one, which I dont think is too much of a bad thing. Quite an exciting process, looking for a bike to purchase :)