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My greetings to the group!
Having just finished my latest build (http://www.lfgss.com/thread104894-2.html) am left with an extra Campy Athena group as described below:
NOS Athena hubs on NOS 192h rimsAthena Group as per below pics, upgraded for 8 speed ergos + 3ttt stem and bars
http://www2.picturepush.com/photo/a/9054540/640/9054540.jpg
I bought the group because I was indecisive whether to build the frame into a fixie conversion or a road bike. Having completed the build as a fixie I am really happy with it, hence the group is surplus.
By adding frame and tyres I will be able to build a new road bike. I found this frame on you evilbay which I quite fancy:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/390563480289?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_7450wt_1399http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&mpt=[CACHEBUSTER]http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&mpt=2729718http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&mpt=9664837http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&item=390563480289&mpt=1575550http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&item=390563480289&mpt=3066957This is a Fidusa Columbus SLX/ Cinelli lugs frame. I fancy this frame because of:
- Colour scheme
- It is made by a Greek craftsman (and I am Greek Cypriot J )
- Obviously it is my size
- It is fairly priced @ €270 delivered (£220)
I don’t like the fact that:
- F&F is 3kg!!!
- Dropouts are not chromed (also there is no brand on them/ seller doesn’t know either)
An alternative would be to sell the group and move on!
What would you guys do?? Would you buy the Fidusa?? - Colour scheme
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Cheers Sam !
The bike rides lovely. The total build is 8,5kg which is pretty light compared to my other bikes hence it feels really lively!
As I said this is my first FG so I am still getting used to the feeling (especially stoping :) ) !!
Not having to fiddle with gears is perfect...!
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the build all posts
Okay guys, I know that with this threat I will not win the popularity contest on here but I will stick to my plan of posting some picture of this build.
All items were received on Friday from "leozon/ Leon" frame, "bike 24" groupset, "colnago cost/ Ian" cockpit and setpost.
Pics below:
Top Chaps both Ian and Leon !!! Many thanks guys!!
I am also quite happy from bike24 as well (competitive prices and good service) !!
I build the bike over the weekend. Parts as follows:
Frame: Road bike frame Columbus SL (Marciato)
Cockpit: 3ttt stem, 3ttt bars 42cm
Headset: Stronlight A9
BB: FAG (budget choice)
Crankset: (FSA Gimondi 172,5mm/ 48t)
Wheelset: Miche Pistard
Sprocket: Miche pista 17t
Tyres: Continental GP4 Season
Seatpost: ITM
Saddle: San Marco Concor supercorsa
Tape: Cinelli world champion
Calipers: Campy Veloce
Lever: Tektro
Chain: Miche
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Thank you for the input !!!
I do have a pair of Shimano PD A530 on my other bike (clipless/ platform combo).
I will switch them to the Marciato to see how I get along.
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Looking like a solid conversion, do see about getting some foot retention though.
ha !! Cheers !!
newby mistake, didn't realise that I needed pedals with foot retention!
who is gonna supply me with the correct pedals ??
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I build the bike over the weekend. Parts as follows:
Frame: Road bike frame Columbus SL (Marciato)
Cockpit: 3ttt stem, 3ttt bars 42cm
Headset: Stronlight A9
BB: FAG (budget choice)
Crankset: (FSA Gimondi 172,5mm/ 48t)
Wheelset: Miche Pistard
Sprocket: Miche pista 17t
Tyres: Continental GP4 Season
Seatpost: ITM
Saddle: San Marco Concor supercorsa
Tape: Cinelli world champion
Calipers: Campy Veloce
Lever: Tektro
Chain: Miche -
Okay guys, I know that with this threat I will not win the popularity contest on here but I will stick to my plan of posting some picture of this build.
All items were received on Friday from "leozon/ Leon" frame, "bike 24" groupset, "colnago cost/ Ian" cockpit and setpost.
Pics below:
Top Chaps both Ian and Leon !!! Many thanks guys!!
I am also quite happy from bike24 as well (competitive prices and good service) !!
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Thank you guys! Apologies for not updating! I am now more or less sorted. Only item I may want to upgrade is seatpost (26.8mm).
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I am building the marciato frame which I bought on here and I am still missing:
Headset 1” threaded, crown race 26.4mm
Saddle – looking for black saddle maybe fizik, italia or san marco. Looking for VGC.
Seatpost – Looking for 26.8mm micro adjust, silver pls
Stem – quill stem black (3ttt, itm, cinelli) 100mm or there about
Drop bars – preferably silver 420 – 440
STI cable stops – to go on the downtube braze ons
The more things I source form a single the better.
Cheers
GeorgeNOW MORE OR LESS SORTED. Any VGC 26.8mm seatpost I would be interested
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dibs ultegra wheelset if willing to post.
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Received the frame today.
I cannot recomend this seller enough!
Thank you Leon.
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Sammy hi, just pmed you! Pls let me know.
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Hi ! Could this ever be used as a saddle bag (like the carradice bags)?
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interested in pedals and 600 break calipers! pm now!
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i am interested if transaction with phil falls through.
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Do you have it listed here? Would be interested to have a look!
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Researching components for this frame is all I do these days !
I tried to research a bit the Miche components and I became quite font of the Miche Primato pista group! (hubs, chainset, headset, break calipers, chain)!
I think they would also look nice on the frame.
Any experiences with the components?
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ncjlee :-) !
TM nice build ! Glad you feel this could work !
I was browising through some nice deep section rims on Velomine which I am guessing some of them would look really sweet (H Plus Son Formation, velocity chukker, velocity B43,velocity Deep V, etc).
I am not sure any of them come in a machined version though??
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All black (including black rear wheel non aerospoke) except from yellow front aerospoke !
All silver (including silver rear wheel non aerospoke) except from yellow front aerospoke !
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Good morning and thank you for all your input so far!
My post probably pushed all the wrong buttons for the members of the group! (aerospoke, road bike frame, etc)
I do appreciate that for someone who really loves his SSFG there is only one way! The proper way!
Reading the posts I take away two things:
1) People thing that I have acquired a nice frame!
2) Most people feel that this frame would only be at home with period correct road bike components.
Based on the above the preferred compromise (If I have to go SS) would be to do so with chrome/silver period correct stems/bars/cranks/ wheels.
If I am to go flat bar, do I have any options which will not look out of place on a cinelli or 3ttt road bike stem?? Also what break levers does one use for such a setup (say calibres are Campy or Dura ace of 8-9 speed era)? -
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All opinions appreciated!
I am not going for any frame conversions! To scared that I will ruin the frame!
I guess it is quite evident that I am new to this!
I have enjoyed restoring the Falcon lots. Best medicine after work (I am not sure my wife agrees...although she seems to enjoy her mixte).
I know that I will not be building the perfect bike or the best looking/purist fixie. But I am hoping that I will enjoy the process of acquiring the parts and working on this frame just as much as I did with the falcon.
The bike may eventually end up being a single speed or even a road bike??? Who knows??? It is all about the process!!! -
I would like to keep this post updated with progress and pics!
My affair with steel bikes started half a year ago when I discovered my father’s 70s Falcon in our shed. I have since restored the falcon and a Raleigh Mixte for my wife.
I am now embarking in my next adventure which is to build an SSFG bike (either flip flop hub or an extra rear wheel or a wheel on which I can interchange a FG cog or a SS freewheel). As I have no prior experience with riding either SS or FG (other than my childhood BMX bike) I want to keep both options open until I chose what I enjoy more!
I want the bike to be comfortable and trustworthy for my urban rides! (once the bike is completed my modern hybrid will be going to the local classifieds to finance this project and free some space).
I am not to fussed about building the bike completely out of period correct components as long as they function smoothly together and they look nice.
I am quite heavy (108kg, 190cm tall) so I want components which are stardy!
I want to base the project around the following frame. I know it wasn’t meant to be used as an SSFG bike, but if I understand correctly how things work the dropouts should be fine for a SSFF conversion.
Before starting to acquire components for the project I need to decide the following:
***Colour scheme: ***
Option 1: The all black on yellow.
Black headset
Black stem
Black bars and grips
Black seat post and saddle
Black chainset and chain
Black wheels, tyres, spokes
(Possible variations: go for yellow tyres or spokes or rims, or chain, or grips).Option 2: The chrome vintage look
Silver headset
Silver stem
Silver bars and black grips
Silver seat post and black saddle
Silver chainset and chain
Silver wheels, spokes and black tyres
Option 3: A combination of options 1 and 2.Aerospoke or not:
I am considering using an Aerospoke as a front wheel?Cockpit:
I have decided that I want flat bars.
The question is what bars to use (risers, straight etc) and what stem to use (length, angle)Any ideas and suggestions on the above would be really appreciated.
I would also be more than happy to purchase parts from the community!
Cheers
George
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Cheers man! Have not used it for two days and I am getting anxious for my next ride!