Andy Hampstens 1988 Huffy

[vivelesalpes]

Quite an old article, but still an interesting read about Andy Hampsten's bike that he used on the Gavia. Is it me or were pro-cyclists 'arder then ?: http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/artic...stens-1988-7-eleven-huffy-giro-ditalia-26181/

 

[Iwasgoodonce]

Nice article. Well worth a read.

 

[torqueless]

After a while you start to wonder what small percentage of the peloton have ever actually been riding team-issue frames which were exactly what their transfers suggested they were. Just a few of the domestiques, probably.

 

[American Friend]

That whole story previously appeared in Jan Heine's 2008 book, The Competition Bicycle, including more great photos of Hampsten's bike. Four years later, Armstrong signed with the team, and the rest is (EPO) history.

 

[tarloone]

A really great read...and a great leveller as to whats important in a bikes qualities!

Hampsten was such a class, yet understated rider, and remains a true pro to this day..one of my fave riders of the eighties/early nineties!

 

[Woz]

Good read, thanks for posting.

 

[Deleted member 24574]

Good read and a good rider.

 

[rusty bodie]

pro's were MUCH harder back then!! 1000 kms FARTHER on the tours de france than this year's wee wiggy jaunt - no WONDER i prefer to live IN THE PAST!!

Vs.

WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE REAL HEROES??!

:x

 

[ph billet]

Is that our Phil Anderson playing referee?

 

[Jamiedyer]

Phil

Thats Phil alright but I dont think he's the ref Check out his expression, he looks well pissed off. Maybe he's about to 'express' his displeasure like captain Hinault.
No political correctness, sponsor poo sucking bullshit there!