Eddy Merckx Professional finished, few pics.
02-05-15, 03:40 PM
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Eddy Merckx Professional finished, few pics.
Fresh repaint, new decals and 2015 Campagnolo Veloce. Now I wouldn't mind finding a titanium Merckx, hint hint!
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02-05-15, 03:41 PM
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02-05-15, 03:43 PM
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02-05-15, 03:53 PM
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Beautiful, looks like the z06 of bikes! Is the component group brand new?
Enjoy Shawn
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02-05-15, 03:59 PM
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Brand new group from Ribblecycles.
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02-05-15, 04:04 PM
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Was that the bare frame with a rotten cable guide that was on Ebay around November of last year?
That bike is a beauty. Ride the heck out of it.
That bike is a beauty. Ride the heck out of it.
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02-05-15, 04:06 PM
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02-05-15, 04:22 PM
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Very nice! Modern components with vintage steel, I bet it rides really nice.
02-05-15, 04:31 PM
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Thanks, I haven't rode it yet. Just finished it and the roads are covered with ice.
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02-05-15, 04:55 PM
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Narrowed down to early 80's.
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02-05-15, 04:58 PM
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Nice work as usual sloar! Love the flat fork crown with the thin points. The silver & black is a nice elegant combo, and the little white accents tie in nicely. Enjoy!
02-05-15, 05:40 PM
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Really looks balanced and purpose built.
The kind that looks fast just sitting there.
As you know, I am a big fan of the silver and the black Campy has never looked much better than that.
Very impressive and a wonderful rescue.
The kind that looks fast just sitting there.
As you know, I am a big fan of the silver and the black Campy has never looked much better than that.
Very impressive and a wonderful rescue.
02-05-15, 05:58 PM
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Sleek, simple, and beautiful. What more do you want.................
The simple contrast between the silver and black is so hard to resist.
The simple contrast between the silver and black is so hard to resist.
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02-05-15, 06:01 PM
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Thanks.
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02-05-15, 06:28 PM
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I think the build looks great, but is there a reason for the non traditional decal placement on the seat tube and use of a threadless stem?
I'm not criticizing, just asking.
I'm not criticizing, just asking.
02-05-15, 06:31 PM
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Nope, just built it the way I wanted it.
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02-05-15, 07:42 PM
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Very nice result, especially considering the condition of the frame when you started out.
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02-05-15, 07:46 PM
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Very Nice!
02-05-15, 08:02 PM
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02-05-15, 08:08 PM
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Beautiful build!! Wow!!
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Great job!
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Looking very nice.
