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@BernardRenault
Well the ten quid 42cm bars arrived. They were an absolute pig to get the brake levers on as the profile and the bends worked against sliding the levers around, the stem was a workout. For the central section jamming a screwdriver in the slot of the stem ensured at least the shank escaped with the finish in tact. I don't think the new drops are very practical despite the "ergo" credentials, but I live on the hoods anyway.
The saddle cleaned up well, and the new skewers were twelve quid. The rear mech has too much chain but I'll be getting a short cage 105, I missed a minter today for £15 on the bay so a bit annoyed.
I did a fair bit of research on tape and Cipo (there the comparison ends) went yellow, I'm quite sure my life won't be as hedonistic either. At first I thought what have I done colour wise? But actually I like it.
My mate said you've got three bikes get rid of two as you look like a hoarder and you'll never get a girlfriend, also throw out half your furniture as your flats too small. Guess what I thought... Anyway, in all it owes me £310 plus the carriage which I think is pretty good.
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