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After asking on here and various other forums I finally managed to get hold of an MX leader through a European source. I have looked at the CADRE site and it looks like it is probably 1996 to 1997 due to the F on the BB, there is also a P denoting a professional frame (does that mean it was ridden by a pro at some point, despite no number hanger, as it isn't a Merckx professional frameset??).
However, it has the small Eddy and large Merckx lettering indicitive of the later (2000s) frames. It is also in a colour scheme I have never seen before, it is quite reminisant of the Podio shoes they brought out in 1994. Anyone have any more info??
Another thing is that the headtube merckx label is a sticker, not paint as on my OS Strada. It is definately an MX leader, the tubing is ridiculous, it tapers down to the BB and also from the top tube into the headtube, can't wait to get it built up with the 9 speed record titanium groupset I have and see how it rides!
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Would prefer the 1" quill verison but the ahead version would do at a pinch (could use an adaptor I suppose). It's just to get my back postion right (I suffer from 2 sliped discs) before purchasing a quill stem of right height/length.
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Record or chorus. 250mm if possible. Please PM or reply here. Thanks!!
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In pursuit of stardom - Truly great book from the golden age
In Pursuit of Stardom: Les Nomades du Velo Anglais: Amazon.co.uk: Tony Hewson: Books
Road to valour - This guy was the fuckin man, he thwarted the nazis and everything! Great book, think he is mentioned on the BBC news today actually?
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Would you or anyone you know take the time to make it ridable? If so, the answer is yes!
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Been removed now??
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Gios - probably good deal for someone
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GIOS-TORENO-RACING-BIKE-/261464974145?pt=UK_Bikes_GL&hash=item3ce086e341
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Thanks but seriously, I'm OK waiting for the right one. Shorter stems = twitchier steering anyhow.
Meanwhile, they keep popping up! At an expensive price mind....
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-90s-EDDY-MERCKX-MX-LEADER-frame-frameset-WOW/131181079338?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222006%26algo%3DSIC.FITP%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D22046%26meid%3D6621330139110605167%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D9537%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D141143632565http://rover.ebay.com/roverimp/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?ff3=2&pub=5574889051&toolid=10001&campid=5336525415&item=131181079338&mpt=[CACHEBUSTER]
Never seen the double seat tube bolts and extended steerer on an leader frame - interesting!
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It's too early a frame anyway mate but thanks for the suggestion
(I ride a 130 and 125mm btw)
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Too big when you want a 60cm frame? what's your idea top tube length?
58 to be honest. I ride 22 1/2" and I also ride 23 1/2" frames, the 23 1/2" (60cm) is definately what I'm after, any more is gonna be too much of a stretch.
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Flat fork crown - nice
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Out of interest have you riden the SLX frame yourself? How did you find it?
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Sorry mate, it's gotta be a Merckx ;)
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Yeh spotted that, thanks but too big I'm afraid! I am guessing that if it wasnt safe to ride in that size they would not make them in that tubing, but would they take into account a body weight above that of your average pro racing rider?
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105 views and no replies? Someone out there must know something!? ;)
Rusher
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Paint job appers same as the mid 80's on cadre
http://www.cadre.org/Merckx/M6C-7688-Z/
I reckon it's the real deal :)
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Hello all
I'm a 6'3" guy who is pretty normally weighted (i.e. no Bradley Wiggins) and I'm on the look out for a high end steel Merckx frame in 60cm.
Issue I have is that as a larger rider I am a bit concerned about frame flex around the BB which happens on a 531c build up I have.
I currently have a Merckx Strada OS which is a great ride (sorry make that GREAT ride) but as I have just aquired a 9 speed record titanium groupset in excellent condition (were talking 300 miles tops maybe) I would like to match it with a similarly top end mid to late 90s Merckx frame.
Have been on the look out for an MX Leader F&F but they are overpriced or not my size on ebay and nothing turned up on these forums despite a post in the wanted section.
Just wondering what my other options are? Corsa 01? SLX? SL? Or do I just wait for that elusive Leader frame?
Any advice would be much appreciated
Rusher
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Bit of a long shot. Considering building one up as a long term project with campag 9 speed titanium grouspet. Ideally after a late 90s model to match teh grouspet but would take an early 90s perhaps if in good condition.
60cm refers to the top tube!
PM if you have anything please
Have tried retrobike with no luck
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Didn't you see this before you bought it? Try problem solvers they may have something. I think SJS cycles stock their stuff
http://www.problemsolversbike.com/
Don't ride it without covering them or you may get water/salt etc in there and get internal corrosion
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Too much float can be a problem also. Not sure if this has been posted already but try using this....
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