this one was built in new zealand by allen brothers; in europe was marketed as 'rider' for unknown reasons650 wheels. The frame appears to be designed around the requirement of making it difficult to get access to water bottles.
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the name is derived from german ironman champion thomas hellriegel, whom they sponsored. didn't remember a 650c version of mavic helium's was available. aluminum is ok, those tig junctions don't look pretty, thoughLove the model name of this one .... sounds about right I reckon. Not built for comfort and must be a brutal ride.
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yes, they were the first to mass produce tri bars, but, at some point in the 90's, sold their technology to profile design. they had also a few nice 650c tri bikes: earlier one made of steel, and later with aluminum. here's mine, steel frame, with a few upgrades:I guess Scott get's associated with tribars the most.
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Nishiki had their line up of 650c tri bikes as well. They were nicely crafted, but, personally I'm not a fan of their geometry: the seat angle was just too slack for a tri bike![]()
the good ole Nishiki Landau Tri-A on sale in Vancouver today.