Let's see your Eddy Merckx!
08-26-10, 02:12 PM
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Tell me about it. The hassle messed up a lot of the summer for me. Anyway I'm sure I'll find a nice one in my price range eventually.
And I don't want to hijack this thread any further with my tale of woe. Just had to vent a little... and maybe warn others. Back to the pics!
And I don't want to hijack this thread any further with my tale of woe. Just had to vent a little... and maybe warn others. Back to the pics!
08-26-10, 04:33 PM
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I too, will contribute to this thread - gotta dress up the bike first though!
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1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
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08-26-10, 07:28 PM
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... this has rendered me damn near speechless. Up until recently I didn't know enough about bikes to have a "dream" one. I think this thread has changed that.
08-27-10, 07:19 AM
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new to me '85 professional - I will get better pics later!
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1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"
1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"
08-27-10, 07:30 AM
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Love the red...I like how understanded it is...I find some Merckx's a bit garish.
08-27-10, 11:02 AM
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I can't believe I missed this thread earlier. I've got two Eddy's, a Corsa 01 and an AX (ti). Both are size 57s with the same century geometry and similar components, Open Pro wheels and a mix of Ultegra/DA components.
08-27-10, 04:48 PM
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Better pic of my new-to-me '85 Professional:
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1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"
1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"
09-01-10, 01:45 PM
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norskagent, that color scheme is an abomination, and I can't believe you have defiled an otherwise beautiful Merckx like that!
Here are a few shots of my 92/93 MX Leader. I purchased it NOS from a distributor in South Africa, and built it up earlier this year. Despite some challenging weather such as extreme heat or torrential downpours, it's been rock solid on the Philly Gran Fondo 100 mile ride, LBC Covered Bridges Metric Century, and Philly LiveStrong Challenge rides this year. I dream of riding it in Belgium one of these years!
By thefunhog at 2010-03-27
By thefunhog at 2010-03-27
Here are a few shots of my 92/93 MX Leader. I purchased it NOS from a distributor in South Africa, and built it up earlier this year. Despite some challenging weather such as extreme heat or torrential downpours, it's been rock solid on the Philly Gran Fondo 100 mile ride, LBC Covered Bridges Metric Century, and Philly LiveStrong Challenge rides this year. I dream of riding it in Belgium one of these years!
By thefunhog at 2010-03-27
By thefunhog at 2010-03-27
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09-01-10, 02:06 PM
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By the way, great thread! 
One thing I always liked about Merckx bikes were the classy, tasteful paint jobs.
One thing I always liked about Merckx bikes were the classy, tasteful paint jobs.
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09-05-10, 12:44 PM
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My newest find. An Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra with Columbus SLX tubes and C-Record Components.
It is almost new. From what the owner told me the person who originaly bought it made 20 kilometers with it.
Then he got sick after his first ride and the bike was stored until now in a heated garage.
It is almost new. From what the owner told me the person who originaly bought it made 20 kilometers with it.
Then he got sick after his first ride and the bike was stored until now in a heated garage.
09-05-10, 12:49 PM
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My newest find. An Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra with Columbus SLX tubes and C-Record Components.
It is almost new. From what the owner told me the person who originaly bought it made 20 kilometers with it.
Then he got sick after his first ride and the bike was stored until now in a heated garage.
It is almost new. From what the owner told me the person who originaly bought it made 20 kilometers with it.
Then he got sick after his first ride and the bike was stored until now in a heated garage.
09-05-10, 12:51 PM
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EDDY MERCKX Road Bike, 52/53cm, Campagnolo parts - $600 (Pasadena)
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For sale is a used 1980s Eddy Merckx "Professional" road bike - steel. I bought this bike used and absolutely love it, but do not ride it enough to justify owning it. $600, pretty firm. I put 52/53 because the previous owner was not sure. I am 5'10'' and it fits perfectly
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For sale is a used 1980s Eddy Merckx "Professional" road bike - steel. I bought this bike used and absolutely love it, but do not ride it enough to justify owning it. $600, pretty firm. I put 52/53 because the previous owner was not sure. I am 5'10'' and it fits perfectly
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09-06-10, 01:05 PM
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My newest find. An Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra with Columbus SLX tubes and C-Record Components.
It is almost new. From what the owner told me the person who originaly bought it made 20 kilometers with it.
Then he got sick after his first ride and the bike was stored until now in a heated garage.
It is almost new. From what the owner told me the person who originaly bought it made 20 kilometers with it.
Then he got sick after his first ride and the bike was stored until now in a heated garage.
09-06-10, 04:45 PM
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09-06-10, 05:36 PM
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Yes, I'd like to know as well. 
I do have a Corsa Extra frameset I received from the ever lovely Mrs. Gomango for my birthday.
Mine is a 58cm, and is a gorgeous 7-11 Replica.
Will be a little spendy to build from scratch.
There is an incredible Corsa Extra available locally though, about 5 minutes away from our house, that may be less expensive in the long run.
Not that I need another bike mind you........
I do have a Corsa Extra frameset I received from the ever lovely Mrs. Gomango for my birthday.
Mine is a 58cm, and is a gorgeous 7-11 Replica.
Will be a little spendy to build from scratch.
There is an incredible Corsa Extra available locally though, about 5 minutes away from our house, that may be less expensive in the long run.
Not that I need another bike mind you........
09-06-10, 08:48 PM
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