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Sampson Ti 650c

Somewhat rare bicycle was contracted out by Sampson of Colorado to Clark Kent (CK) after Greg Lemond backed out of a deal with CK (based on my correspondence with Mr. Sampson). Sampson was trying to help CK with business. Frame appears to have been welded by master welder Ivo Vinklarek based on the serial number, I1837. The welds are immaculate. Any other information on this frame would be much appreciated. The latest build with the DA 9000 group set weighs in at 16.5 lbs.

Frame:
Sampson 3/2.5 Ti 650c frame (1407 grams)

Fork/Headset:
Reynolds Ouza Comp II 650c

Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Dura Ace FC-9000 52/36 170mm crankset, Dura Ace BB-9000 bottom bracket

Pedals:
Ritchey WCS SPD pedals

Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Shimano Dura Ace FC-9000 chain, 12-28 Shimano Dura 9000 cassette

Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano Dura Ace RD-9000 rear derailleur, Shimano Dura Ace FD-9000 front derailleur, Shimano Dura Ace BR-9001 (R) / BR-9000 (L) 2x11 integrated brake levers/shifters

Handlebars/Stem:
Deda Zero 100 44cm hand-polished alloy handlebar, Deda SuperZero 90mm stem

Saddle/Seatpost:
Specialized Power Pro saddle

Brakes:
Shimano Dura Ace BR-9000 brakes

Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
HED Jet 60mm clincher Michelin Pro3 650x23c

Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Reynolds Solitude 650c alloy rims Panasonic Pasela 650x25c or Michelin Pro3 650x23c

Accessories:
Wahoo RFLKT + Elite Crono CX water bottle / Cateye Rapid X front and rear lights

More Info:
Similar to bikenejad's CK with the same gorgeous welds shown at the following location: https://www.pedalroom.com/bike/clark-kent-titanium-tt-21479

Bike History

Click a link below to see past stages of this bike.

  1. Initial
  2. Stage 2

Added by Sublipara. Last updated over 7 years ago.

7 Comments

quixoticle

quixoticle says:

Not a fan of Dura-Ace logo, I see?

Posted over 7 years ago

Sublipara

Sublipara says:

That and I'm trying to keep the wear down on the crankset from heel rub.

Posted over 7 years ago

stalag13

stalag13 says:

Dude. Drive-side pictures. C'mon now.

Posted over 8 years ago

ghostridethewhip

ghostridethewhip says:

+1

Posted over 8 years ago

CUMBOT

CUMBOT says:

ha.

Posted over 7 years ago

sebpep

sebpep says:

Was here to post the exact same comment.

Posted over 7 years ago

Sublipara

Sublipara says:

Okay, it took me a year, but I finally posted a drive-side photo! See last photo.

Posted over 7 years ago