This bike came to me in a purchase, originally green with Shimano "tricolor" components. I rebuilt it and traded it to a friend for a super favor. He traded it back when he bought a Cannondale, and I built it again. My friend Kirk saw some potential, and bought the frame. He sold it, but the guy reneged on the deal, so Kirk decided that was a sign he should at least take a shot at it. The result is stunning, and I can definitely say it rides much better than Kestrel envisioned in 1994. Just an amazing ride.
Frame:
56c Kestrel monocoque carbon fiber.
Fork/Headset:
Ritchey 1" threadless with alloy steerer. FSA 1" threadless headset.
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
FSA Gossamer crankset with FSA external Bottom Bracket
Pedals:
Performance Forte (Look Keo compatible)
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
12-26 rear 10-sp Shimano Dura Ace cassette, 53/39 FSA Team Pro chainrings, Shimano 7901 chain.
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Dura Ace 7800 RD and FD (braze-on) / Shimano 5700 STI shifters (best value in shifters today).
Saddle/Seatpost:
Specialized Toupe saddle, FSA carbon seatpost 27.2
Brakes:
Origin8 ProPulsion calipers
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
American Classic Victory 30 wheels/Serfas Helix II 700x23 tire.
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
American Classic Victory 30 wheels/Serfas Helix II 700x23 tire.
Accessories:
Bontrager RXL carbon cages, LizardSkin 2.5 wrap.
More Info:
Beautiful repaint by Calvin, frame prepped by my friend Kirk, dropouts sanded and polished in lieu of paint.
I have been as fast on this bike, under power, as I've ever been. Precise, balanced, agile, and light.
Added by RobbieTunes. Last updated over 9 years ago.
RobbieTunes has indicated that they no longer own this bike.