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10-23-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,466
Posted By Ungaro

A "worse" number appears to be the hardness. Even...

A "worse" number appears to be the hardness. Even a metal bike can be too harsh. Like I said, buy and ride what you like. Seems that 953 is your thing, and that's just fine.
10-23-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,466
Posted By Ungaro

Well, I'm no metallurgist, but Xcr is cold-drawn...

Well, I'm no metallurgist, but Xcr is cold-drawn from a billet, instead of rolled and joined along a seam. Have I done a side-by-side ride comparison? No. Wil the properties of the two be different?...
Forum: For Sale
10-23-23, 01:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 394
Posted By Ungaro

I'll take them!

I'll take them!
10-23-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,466
Posted By Ungaro

Except, unlike 953, there is no seam. So there's...

Except, unlike 953, there is no seam. So there's that.....
09-19-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,231
Posted By Ungaro

Bart, Thanks for the recap. I do recall the...

Bart,
Thanks for the recap. I do recall the issues with the Paso Robles merchants and city govt. I thought the last venue there would have taken care of the issues, but I’m also looking forward to...
09-19-23, 07:53 AM
Replies: 399
Views: 29,231
Posted By Ungaro

Thanks for starting this thread. I don't know why...

Thanks for starting this thread. I don't know why the date was moved from April to September, but it does make it difficult to participate in some of the other Eroica events going on in Italy. I did...
02-01-23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,125
Posted By Ungaro

I'll say this about those shifters: They are not...

I'll say this about those shifters: They are not the most elegant ones out there, but dang, they work wonderfully.
10-19-21, 10:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By Ungaro

Thank you for that pic! Maurice

Thank you for that pic!

Maurice
10-18-21, 06:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By Ungaro

Gary, the Campione del Mondo sticker is often...

Gary, the Campione del Mondo sticker is often confused for the name of the model. It was used as a marketing tool to tout the 1973 & 1974 World Championship titles won on a Bianchi. The placement of...
10-18-21, 04:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By Ungaro

Trina, I haven't opened it up yet. I agree,...

Trina, I haven't opened it up yet. I agree, sizing will winnow out a lot.
10-18-21, 04:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By Ungaro

T-Mar: Yeah, a lot going on that point to...

T-Mar:
Yeah, a lot going on that point to something other than a Bianchi. Never seen a BB shell cut out like that on one, and no serial#. IF it IS a repaint/rebrand, it was done a long time ago....
10-18-21, 11:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,681
Posted By Ungaro

"Bianchi" ID help, please.

I picked this up as a project for a buddy. Some of the details on the frame are nice, like the seat stay caps and the cutout lugs. The sticker on the top tube would suggest a 1975 vintage, That being...
11-16-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

Bottom bracket shell shot. Emailed pics to SOMEC...

Bottom bracket shell shot. Emailed pics to SOMEC - they have lost early serial # records, but say that this is early 1980s (I figured that out too) made of SL and Air tubing.
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11-15-20, 01:43 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

That was the first thing I did before I test rode...

That was the first thing I did before I test rode it! Even if I didn’t get it, I was going to set the bars right!
11-15-20, 01:39 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

Brought it home!

SOMEC for the win!
If the DeRosa had been a bit larger, it would have been a tough decision. But like I say: if it doesn’t fit, then color and price don’t matter. Need to swap out the stem from a...
11-11-20, 05:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

Gipiemme is also, like SOMEC, underrepresented....

Gipiemme is also, like SOMEC, underrepresented. IT Has Gipiemme hubs, brake calipers and crankset (BB, dunno); Campagnolo fd & rd, and brake levers; Mavic shifters.
11-11-20, 05:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

Very well could be. Seems like SL tubing and...

Very well could be. Seems like SL tubing and above got the cool head lugs.
11-11-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

Shannon, that's the one I'm looking at on Friday!

Shannon, that's the one I'm looking at on Friday!
11-11-20, 02:49 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

I know right? Hey, that MAY still happen!

I know right? Hey, that MAY still happen!
11-11-20, 06:34 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

Nice Air! What year is that? The one I’m looking...

Nice Air! What year is that? The one I’m looking at is not an Air, but does have the same seat tube decal and has the cool head lug panto.
11-09-20, 05:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,977
Posted By Ungaro

SOMEC vs. DeRosa

Looking at two vintage bikes this week. Both frames in VG to Exc. condition. THe SOMEC has a mix of Gipiemme and Campagnolo parts. The DeRosa is purported to have a pantographed Campagnolo Record...
05-26-20, 04:27 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,125
Posted By Ungaro

Michael, I’m sure there are some differences,...

Michael, I’m sure there are some differences, particularly with the Cinelli. The Supercorsa is a premium frame, and gets a premium price. Is the difference worth the price to you? The Bianchi...
08-26-19, 04:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 748
Posted By Ungaro

The Gebhardt performs as advertised. The finish...

The Gebhardt performs as advertised. The finish is a matte look, but if it bothers be, I’ll polish it. I also purchased a flawless Victory 53 tooth ring, so the combination is now 53/16, giving me...
08-19-19, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By Ungaro

The damage identified would indicate that it had...

The damage identified would indicate that it had a front impact of sorts. Might still be quite serviceable, but should be noted.
08-19-19, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 748
Posted By Ungaro

I just purchased some 116 bcd rings from Hilary...

I just purchased some 116 bcd rings from Hilary Stone. He's got a pretty good website, and offers some diverse stuff. Best prices I've found on the hard to find 116 bcd. I will say, the 36 tooth ring...
01-14-19, 12:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,186
Posted By Ungaro

Why does it have to be my size?.......

Why does it have to be my size?.......
01-07-19, 06:14 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,125
Posted By Ungaro

1989 did you say? I'm sorry, I use the Eroica...

1989 did you say? I'm sorry, I use the Eroica standards of pre-1987, but that's me. Would love to see a picture of your Colnago - I had considered one of those as well. Regarding the ride feel of the...
01-06-19, 05:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,125
Posted By Ungaro

Yes, I have ridden and continue to ride the new...

Yes, I have ridden and continue to ride the new one. See my posts above. What did I change? I changed the flexy Deda stem. It's not good quality and does not feel secure out of the saddle, so, don't...
11-12-18, 03:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,203
Posted By Ungaro

Indeed. My point is that it's not about gearing a...

Indeed. My point is that it's not about gearing a bike to handle Eroica - any bike can handle Eroica. It's about gearing a bike for the rider. Myself, I've never had a bike with a decent motor....
11-12-18, 12:36 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,203
Posted By Ungaro

FWIW: Campagnolo derailleurs (and all other...

FWIW: Campagnolo derailleurs (and all other vintage numbers) handled all the gears needed to sufficiently master the toughest climbs that ever were dished out, long before Eroica events came onto the...
11-12-18, 12:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,517
Posted By Ungaro

For your investment, you can't go too wrong. Fix...

For your investment, you can't go too wrong. Fix it up and you might have a nice little get around bike. Good to have if you don't want your nice ride to be pinched at the cafe.
10-15-18, 05:46 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,155
Posted By Ungaro

Think pressure is not that critical? Think good...

Think pressure is not that critical? Think good enough is good? (https://silca.cc/blogs/journal/road-to-roubaix-full-circle)
10-15-18, 05:40 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,155
Posted By Ungaro

it’s a champ!

it’s a champ!
10-15-18, 01:03 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,155
Posted By Ungaro

Here's what I use. Accurate to within 3%: Silca...

Here's what I use. Accurate to within 3%: Silca Pista (https://silca.cc/products/pista-floor-pump-red)
10-15-18, 12:22 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,922
Posted By Ungaro

I've got 3 Silca's: My Super Pista from 2000; my...

I've got 3 Silca's: My Super Pista from 2000; my 2018 Pista; and, a vintage '70's Pista in Molteni Orange. Why three? Well, the Super Pista has been by my side since February 2000. It's pretty bomb...
08-21-18, 03:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,014
Posted By Ungaro

Excellent brakes, and about the best stopping...

Excellent brakes, and about the best stopping power for single pivots. Yes, its is too bad that tire width is limited.
08-21-18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,138
Posted By Ungaro

Wish it was my size.

Wish it was my size.
07-30-18, 11:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,705
Posted By Ungaro

Last summer, I took advantage of a 20% off from...

Last summer, I took advantage of a 20% off from Steel Vintage Bikes, and picked up a new Bottecchia Leggendaria frameset. Delivered, it was about $1,300. I used the gruppo off of the bike it was...
06-18-18, 02:30 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,125
Posted By Ungaro

Added goodies

I mentioned that I dumped the Deda Murex stem and replaced it with a 3ttt Pro Chrome. Also came across a pantographed C Record seatpost. Well, I had to have it!...
06-16-18, 07:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,125
Posted By Ungaro

Here you go. In no particular order. Brakes are...

Here you go. In no particular order. Brakes are from my 1999 Record 9 speed gruppo. Shifters & RD from my 2005 gruppo. Wanted to keep the carbon minimal, so I put a Centaur UT crank on it (UT...
06-15-18, 07:34 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 20,125
Posted By Ungaro

Definitely not inferior. Superior? Maybe same net...

Definitely not inferior. Superior? Maybe same net result, just newer and different. With the internal spiral ribbing, SLX was an improvement in strength over SL - particularly important if one is on...
04-23-18, 01:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,580
Posted By Ungaro

Very sweet looking, indeed. Well made frame.

Very sweet looking, indeed. Well made frame.
04-23-18, 10:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 822
Posted By Ungaro

Rich, it wasn't me, but I enjoyed meeting you and...

Rich, it wasn't me, but I enjoyed meeting you and hope the PayPal payment came through ok. First go around, I had misspelled your email address.
Maurice
04-22-18, 06:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 674
Posted By Ungaro

Good question!

Good question!
04-22-18, 06:44 PM
Replies: 412
Views: 47,774
Posted By Ungaro

This 1967 Frejus belongs to my buddy, Niall Mays,...

This 1967 Frejus belongs to my buddy, Niall Mays, from Charleston SC. He joined me and my wife for the short route. Niall and I scoped out Eroica California last year, so this was our second foray.
04-22-18, 02:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 674
Posted By Ungaro

What type of seat lug would you say this has?

What type of seat lug would you say this has?
04-22-18, 07:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 674
Posted By Ungaro

John, the $150 is a quote from Yellow Jersey. For...

John, the $150 is a quote from Yellow Jersey. For that price, they will remove the cracked tube, replace with new steel, paint the repaired area and use their Campagnolo cutters to mill the head set...
04-22-18, 06:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 674
Posted By Ungaro

1. Italian 2. See above 3. Pump peg braze on...

1. Italian
2. See above
3. Pump peg braze on on head tube; water bottle bosses on seat tube & down tube; shifter bosses on down tube

Yes, integral derailleur hanger, and no chrome. Also be...
04-21-18, 09:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 674
Posted By Ungaro

Yet another Bianchi frame ID

Can anyone assist me in identifying this frame through the BB markings?
04-21-18, 09:32 PM
Replies: 854
Views: 234,934
Posted By Ungaro

Here’s my ‘71 Pro MK III

Here’s my ‘71 Pro MK III
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