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Yes so it would appear!
I might just go put some SRAM on it!! Lol
Seriously, I am grateful for all of the opinions and as time and lockdown allows will build this up over time so dont expect an overnight build lol! The picture I have in my mind isnt exact but it will suit me, but may split opinions. But thats cool we are all individuals. Thanks again and any opinion is welcome!
Mick

Thanks that is a great looking bike. Have to say very jealous to see you have the saddle and found some Rolf's. I looked for ages for some before finding a pair of Ksyrium heliums! I am leaning towards shiny and 6700 at moment plus I cant afford the carbon wheels!!
Thanks billygoat8.
Very nice bike!

Thanks.
I think I wanted DA for the standard of the original bike, but as you say, it is a neo retto build so might look into 6700. Cheers

Hi. Just another query regarding groupsets. I would love to hang DA 7800o even 9000 if I can find decent 2nd hand. However I have been offered Ultegra 6700 in dark grey and compsite levers for £200.
It seems a good price but am unsure. What does everyone think?
Thanks

I have popped in a 27.2 into mine, fits fine. Measured it roughly and took one off another bike to try. I am using that to hold it in the bike stand. Seems snug enough!

Nice bike they were certainly of their time in terms of style

That bike looks excellent. Love the look of it, if mine comes out looking that good in its own style I will be happy.
If the bike comes out as I want it I will probably use it as my " Going out" bike for ride outs and sportives etc. Would love to make it really lightweight. But dont want to go too mad as I am carrying a few sacks of potatoes extra!!

Thanks thats really great.
Yeah I have the heliums to, knowing they were ridden by the team. I like the red in them to also another reason why I went for the bars and stem to. But am hoping the rest of the build will keep it balanced

Thanks. You have given me some ideas for different looks etc.

Thanks for the photos. Given me some insights of different looks!

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You will never see that!
Not enough money in the world!

Cool frame. I have posted same frame asking for ideas as to whether to go for full period correct rebuold or a neo retro ride. Put a bling stem and bars on it so probably going to go for neo. Not sure yet tho

Hi
Thanks for the comments. I thought the cockpit might draw attention! It is quite bling but I tbink it might work. However it can be changed should I change my mind. Keep any other suggestions coming. Or if any one has a NOS blue USPS saddle or some DA7800/7900 kicking around let me know!
Cheers
Mick

Afternoon all.
New member here. Just started a project to rebuild a 1999 TREK 5200 in USPS livery as ridden by the maligned Mr Armstrong.
Always wanted this bike before the drugs were proven and despite that I still think it is an iconic bike. But thats just me.
Anyway. I bought the frameset last year and so gar have been unable to get much time for the build however I have put a set of Ksyrium heliums on and Deda stem and bars. I was going to do a neo retro build but now not sure if I should go with a full original restoration?!
I would be interested in any thoughts or guidance on where I should go with it.