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1985 Eddy Merckx Professional

3 months in the making. Saw this prestine road frame and fork at Simple Cyclery. Professionally painted/restored, the decals are also period correct. Hunted for components that will reflect the age of the frame and fork.

Frame:
53cm 1985 Eddy Merckx Professional (Campagnolo dropouts)

Fork/Headset:
1" threaded Columbus fork/ Campagnolo Chorus

Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Campagnolo Strada (milled)

Pedals:
MKS Sylvan touring, Copper plated

Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Shimano 16t SF-MX30/ Shimano Dura Ace FC 7600 48t/ Izumi chain

Handlebars/Stem:
3ttt Criterium/ Cinelli

Saddle/Seatpost:
Selle San Marco Concor Supercorsa(perforated leather)

Brakes:
80's Shimano BR-Z57

Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Alesa/ Dura Ace HB 7600 36h/ Panaracer Pasela

Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Alesa/ Dura Ace HB 7600 36h/ Panaracer Pasela

Accessories:
fizik microtex bar tape with french twine

Added by jam. Last updated over 9 years ago.

2 Comments

sloman

sloman says:

Conversions usually rub me the wrong way. This is the exception . Very nicely done. Well photoed too. Enjoy

Posted over 9 years ago

jam

jam says:

Thank you sir :)

Posted over 9 years ago