Recent content by EatsFats

The old 8sp was missing quite a few bits, so it was held together with odd screws & bolts. It was time to pay it some attention... Anyway, more to the point, this was a perfectly functioning bike at 8sp, after the switch, not so hot. So I'm ruling out the suggestions such as cracks, fatigue...

Since I've not seen anyone mention this one, my latest ride: Marinoni Piuma with Campy Athena. Yes, full Columbus Spirit steel frame, Columbus Minimal Carbon fork and the aluminum Athena parts to match. Total weight? 8.5kg with pedals, bottle cages, computer.

I had 8sp Campy Veloce. Decided (rather unwisely as it turns out) to upgrade brakes. Eventually ended up with new shifters, chain, derailleurs, wheels ....:eek: Just for others reference: - 10sp Veloce Ultrashift levers do not work with old 8sp Veloce rear mechanicals The spacing is such...

I'm not a racer, nor do I have unlimited funds or a team mechanic handy. So yes, I expect the bike to last quite a few years and be "easy" to service. No weird parts like "cut-your-own" carbon seatposts. I do have an aluminum bike with CF forks. Nothing wrong with that one, though it is...

So here we go again... After numerous test rides, I narrowed down my choice to 2 bikes. One is very nice carbon machine (Focus). Of all the bikes I rode, this was the best for me. Beat some other well-known CF bikes easily. And I really like its no-nonsense design, looks easy to service for...

Well, lessee, where to start... I am most certainly not a racer and have no illusions about that. I think someone mentioned lack of hills? Hmmm... I think not the case. Although we may not have the Alps, this is no flatland here, there's hills everwhere. I have taken the old bike up the local...

Feeling a little bit behind the times, I decide to spring for a new bike. I've got a 10 year old Giant TCR (Shimano 105) and an even older all-Italian ride, Columbus SL (with the Cinelli "aerodynamic" BB) + Campy Veloce. I took the older one to the LBS. I consider myself fairly sensitive to my...

Steel experience Wow! I can't believe this thread has been running for so long! I thought I might as well add my experience. First of all, I am not a steel "fanboy". I use whatever is best, I go for the ride, the price, the fit, the durability... I live in a rain forest region. Seriously...