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  • Really lovely build, gorgeous to the max. Is the top tube protector necessary I wonder?

  • Actually you wouldn't believe how many times the bars have swung around and hit the top tube already.
    Combination of steep steering angle, lack of gear cables to stiffen it up, and more weight to the front from the brake levers, maybe... or maybe it's just me...
    Never really had the issue with other track or road bikes , so for now, it's a must on this one ;)

  • Father knows best ;)

    FWIW I rode SS with hoods for years and absolutely loved it. So simple, so fast and versatile. This thread makes me want to do a nice light ss build now

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