Big Blue joins the pack.
05-20-24, 08:45 AM
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Big Blue joins the pack.
Got this 1985 Cannondale SR300 very cheap (under $50.00) and it INCLUDED the downtube shifter assembly (with the hard to find throughbolt) and FD hanger. Headset and forks (non original) included). I had a full early 90s Dura Ace set w/ bar end shifters. I'll swap in the headset some other time. Nitto Olympiade bars, Nitto Technomic Blue stem (spare for the Cannondale Crest). I haven't taped the bars, as I may swap in a different stem. Selle Turbo (white) on order. Rides great. Yes, I'm that tall. EDIT**I took these in the middle of adjusting the brakes, so yes, I know the front pad is crooked.
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05-20-24, 08:56 AM
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85 Cannondales shed their paint (powdercoat?) in chunks - how is it that that one looks so good? Nice color.
05-20-24, 08:57 AM
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Something about that brake bridge is very satisfying. Beautiful bike! Enjoy the ride.
05-20-24, 12:35 PM
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It's the taper, leading to the bulbous opening. I think the fact that it's semi spherical that makes it eye catching.
05-20-24, 02:11 PM
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That's a beauty, I wish I had the original forks. Those look like nutted brake calipers.
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