Old 11-26-20, 07:52 AM
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Barrettscv 
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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2

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I primarily select bikes based on geometry, materials and features; national origin has never been a factor that wound be decisive in anyway. However, I have intentionally investigated and collected a diverse set of vintage bikes from a large group on nationalities, including: U.S., France, Italy, Belgium and Japan. I also have modern bikes from English, Belgium and German brands. National origins should be respected and celebrated, but should never become exclusive or deemed inherently superior.

The approximate time period a bike was initially fabricated is far more significant than where a bike is made. Having said that: Italy, France, England, Japan, Taiwan and the U.S. fostered a larger group of talent than most other nations.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.

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