I'd been contemplating a better replacement bike over my 2008 TCR C2 Giant and took up an offer I couldn't refuse two weeks ago.
A 2010 framed Pinarello FP7 with all the good fruit
The owner wanted quality gear such as sram red cogs and brake system. Though only a 10 speed system at least it is more suitable for hills than the giant's gearing, it was last used as a flat track bike.
And Ambrosio rims on those lovely bendy Onda forks
It has a Deda bar and stem kit, most saddle and 4000GP conti tyres as well so the bloke was happy to spend some coin.
It was selling through consignment for the original owner but I have since received the original purchase paperwork including the Pino frame warranty to confirm costs and purchase dates.
Owner paid near on 6.5 Gorillas late in 2011 for the bare frame and parts and had it professionally built up early in 2012. Some time later he was injured at work and has not been able to ride at all since. He put a few hundred kilometres on the bike at best before he stopped riding it.
The bike shop that built up this bike has quoted $7K replacement value for insurance and I paid less than half this value for the bike. Whilst doing this valuation a couple of the guys remembered the bike and one was giving that frame a real rap as being very good at adsorbing road shock and hence an excellent mount.
I am seeing them Friday to do a proper bike set up for me so I can get the most out of it.
So I am rapped to the back teeth with the result but as has been said earlier I reckon my $3 legs wont do this $3K bike justice.
But I'll have fun trying my best.
Cheers
very Slo
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