which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group ?
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Re: which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group
As some previous poster mentioned I think Batavus Professional, Koga Pro Luxe and Gazelle Champion Mondial are interesting options for a black DA group.
Personally I have two sets black DA and the frames I have planned for it are a Slesker built Presto and a Champion Mondial in Amstel paint. When you buy a frame be sure it is ready for Shimano shifters (unless they are shifters on a clamp).
As some previous poster mentioned I think Batavus Professional, Koga Pro Luxe and Gazelle Champion Mondial are interesting options for a black DA group.
Personally I have two sets black DA and the frames I have planned for it are a Slesker built Presto and a Champion Mondial in Amstel paint. When you buy a frame be sure it is ready for Shimano shifters (unless they are shifters on a clamp).
Re: which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group
Interesting Shaun.
My Ken Bird had the black first gen' DA groupset, but most components were"pillaged"over the years save the brake calipers.
As I still have this rare and lovely frameset should I attempt to purchase (£s?) those missing parts or go for an alternative?
Sacrilegious I know but my beloved Campagnolo has become a cliche in our movement - rather like SBDU frames in team colours!
Jon.
Midlife":1asusevu said:Mercian, woodrup, bob jackson, harry quinn, aende, ken bird, jack hearne, the list of 70's british steel is almost endless.I ran my first genertion dura-ace new out of the box on a falcon san remo.
Shaun
Interesting Shaun.
My Ken Bird had the black first gen' DA groupset, but most components were"pillaged"over the years save the brake calipers.
As I still have this rare and lovely frameset should I attempt to purchase (£s?) those missing parts or go for an alternative?
Sacrilegious I know but my beloved Campagnolo has become a cliche in our movement - rather like SBDU frames in team colours!
Jon.
Re: which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group
that's why I tend to prefer first gen Dura Ace - much less common than the Campa Nuovo Record :idea:
even if the price was half of Campa apparently
I don't want to ride everybody's choice :mrgreen: a campa/colnago is really becoming dull :roll:
roadking":gbg0cii5 said:
that's why I tend to prefer first gen Dura Ace - much less common than the Campa Nuovo Record :idea:
even if the price was half of Campa apparently
I don't want to ride everybody's choice :mrgreen: a campa/colnago is really becoming dull :roll:
Midlife
Retro Wizard
Re: which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group
Quick time shift to the late 70's and see if I can remember the Campag / Dura Ace price tags in the shop..
Chainsets Dura Ace £35......... Campag £54
Brakes Dura Ace £37...........Campag £49
Must have a rummage among the Cycling mags of the day
Shaun
Quick time shift to the late 70's and see if I can remember the Campag / Dura Ace price tags in the shop..
Chainsets Dura Ace £35......... Campag £54
Brakes Dura Ace £37...........Campag £49
Must have a rummage among the Cycling mags of the day
Shaun
Re: which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group
I am getting uncomfortable with the coverage that Dura Ace is getting; it is okay but Campag is still the best - spend your money on Campag and leave the Dura Ace to poor people like me please.
Richard
p.s. i doubt this will work as DA prices are getting mad!!! And no one has mentioned Suntour Superbe yet!!! Try buying it!!
I am getting uncomfortable with the coverage that Dura Ace is getting; it is okay but Campag is still the best - spend your money on Campag and leave the Dura Ace to poor people like me please.
Richard
p.s. i doubt this will work as DA prices are getting mad!!! And no one has mentioned Suntour Superbe yet!!! Try buying it!!
Re: which frame for a black first generation Dura Ace group
Mmmm, not convinced: I've two Campag equipped bicycles, one with C Record and one with Nuovo Record. The new build/restoration (Ken Bird) is being refinished in its original pale blue and I rather thought the black DA group would look different.
I have enough Campag for the Bird, but just fancied a change. The DA stuff isn't cheap though you're right there.
Jon.
TGR":gmpime8f said:
Mmmm, not convinced: I've two Campag equipped bicycles, one with C Record and one with Nuovo Record. The new build/restoration (Ken Bird) is being refinished in its original pale blue and I rather thought the black DA group would look different.
I have enough Campag for the Bird, but just fancied a change. The DA stuff isn't cheap though you're right there.
Jon.
