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#1001
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#1002
So 50/4 = 12.5 and 53+12 = 65 so you might squeeze a 65T on but anything more might require spacing.
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starting to put it together today.
really nice build quality the hydroformed tubing is very nice. I expected the down tube and seat tube to be from the same tubing to cut manufacturing costs but they are completely different and the welding looks top quality.
For anyone interested the Bottom Bracket Drop is 49mm and the Fork Rake is 30mm.
really nice build quality the hydroformed tubing is very nice. I expected the down tube and seat tube to be from the same tubing to cut manufacturing costs but they are completely different and the welding looks top quality.
For anyone interested the Bottom Bracket Drop is 49mm and the Fork Rake is 30mm.
Front wheel brand? I have the same rear disc, and I'm searching a front wheel.
#1004
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SAARF WAS WRONG!
Not sure if this applies here, but I have dug this out of my storage unit. Bought it from a nice guy overseas who is/was a member here with the parts to go with it. I didn't find any info on this forum. I will post it completed in the C&V section.
Early Rijwielens Mertens track frame (year unknown):
Edit: sorry I didn't acknowledge the "(2014+)" category!
Early Rijwielens Mertens track frame (year unknown):
Edit: sorry I didn't acknowledge the "(2014+)" category!
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#1006
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Bikes: Bianchi Pista Concept 05, Level 2014
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made me look at some beautiful lugs - will my eyes ever stop bleeding?
Not sure if this applies here, but I have dug this out of my storage unit. Bought it from a nice guy overseas who is/was a member here with the parts to go with it. I didn't find any info on this forum. I will post it completed in the C&V section.
Early Rijwielens Mertens track frame (year unknown):
Edit: sorry I didn't acknowledge the "(2014+)" category!
Early Rijwielens Mertens track frame (year unknown):
Edit: sorry I didn't acknowledge the "(2014+)" category!
good luck with the build.
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#1007
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Oh sorry just looking back through this thread just realized it's current racing rigs - which is a pretty kewl idea - wasn't trying to step on that - I do dig old track bikes but I see too now - not the focus here. Peace n love
#1008
Went from a 130mm to 140mm stem today...the 140 is +/- 6º while the 130 was +/- 10º. I know there is a calculator somewhere to compare the angle, stem length, and actual reach...I'm pretty sure I'm not getting the true extra cm from the 140.
140mm
130mm
W/ 130mm stem
Edit: found it!
140mm
130mm
W/ 130mm stem
Edit: found it!
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#1009
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If you want more reach you could start by putting your hands all the way into the hooks?
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#1011
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I've heard legends of 15cm stems, but never actually seen one in the wild. Part of the problem is that modern bars have really short reach compared to old-school sprint bars, which have way too much drop for kids these days. A good compromise, if you can find one, is the 33cm Alpina bar. Not too much drop, but generous reach. I have wanted one for many years now. Also tilting your bars up effectively lengthens the reach. The bottom of my drops are probably at around 7˚ or so for that reason.
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I've heard legends of 15cm stems, but never actually seen one in the wild. Part of the problem is that modern bars have really short reach compared to old-school sprint bars, which have way too much drop for kids these days. A good compromise, if you can find one, is the 33cm Alpina bar. Not too much drop, but generous reach. I have wanted one for many years now. Also tilting your bars up effectively lengthens the reach. The bottom of my drops are probably at around 7˚ or so for that reason.
Agro Sprint Bar ? VELO FLYER BICYCLES
#1013
I've heard legends of 15cm stems, but never actually seen one in the wild. Part of the problem is that modern bars have really short reach compared to old-school sprint bars, which have way too much drop for kids these days. A good compromise, if you can find one, is the 33cm Alpina bar. Not too much drop, but generous reach. I have wanted one for many years now. Also tilting your bars up effectively lengthens the reach. The bottom of my drops are probably at around 7˚ or so for that reason.
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#1016
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Yeah, plus if you are running "big races" you will eventually run into problems with the UCI rules on bike set-up if you have a crazy long stem. Longer top tube is still the best fix.
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#1018
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#1019
3T makes 150mm stems. But they are not available in the US. I had to order mine from the UK. If you keep an eye on it, they go on sale for about $40 pretty regularly.
#1020
As a newly minted 35-year-old...any reference to master's racing makes me feel weird inside (the truth hurts). Excuse me while I wipe my tears with my new 170 mm stem.
#1021
Not that that necessarily means anything for what happens in the future...
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unfortunately it’s still to have its debut on the track.
has been used extensively on the rollers and the Lemond Revolution feels stiff responsive much like it’s predecessor but fits better with a longer reach.
a crash in December and Covid in January has kept me away from the track .
has been used extensively on the rollers and the Lemond Revolution feels stiff responsive much like it’s predecessor but fits better with a longer reach.
a crash in December and Covid in January has kept me away from the track .
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