1988 chromed Reynolds 753 Merckx in a rare camo green colour scheme. Built to look like a traditional 80's road bike with downtube shifters, and pedals with clips and straps. However wheels are classic hubs laced to new wider rims and 28c tyres, so has an incredibly comfortable 21st century ride. Slightly more modern dual caliper front brake too for improved braking.
Frame:
1988 Reynolds 753, rare example with chrome lugs and chrome rear triangle, a rarity apparently and not something available according to Merckx' own catalogue, but I assume it was a special order.
Fork/Headset:
Campagnolo
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Campagnolo Chorus 1st Gen 52/39 / Campagnolo BB
Pedals:
Campagnolo pedals and clips with original leather Campagnolo straps
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
7 speed screw on freewheel
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Campagnolo Chorus 1st Gen rear derailleur / Campagnolo downtube friction shifters
Saddle/Seatpost:
San Marco Regal . Campagnolo Aero seatpost with early engraved logo
Brakes:
Campagnolo Chorus Double pivot front, single pivot rear / Campagnolo brake levers with insert for aero cable routing
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Pacenti Brevet 28h polished silver rims / NOS Croc D'Aune hubs, Sapim spokes, Veloflex Corsa Evo 25c tyres
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Pacenti Brevet 28h polished silver rims / NOS Croc D'Aune hubs, Sapim spokes, Veloflex Corsa Evo 25c tyres
Accessories:
Eddy Merckx bottle cage, Eddy Merckx bar end plugs, Silva Forello bar tape, massive grin on rider. Sunglasses essential because its so shiny.
Added by bluesteel. Last updated over 3 years ago.
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nenad says:
An absolute gem! I keep coming back, it's such a mesmerizing green color. What is the frame size? Campy C-Record cranks would be a worthy upgrade, imo.
Posted about 2 years ago