Help with New Custom Build!
Moderator: robbosmans
Hello, long time lurker and absolutely addicted to all of the amazing bikes on here! Ready to build my first custom bike, really want something Italian. I have narrowed it down to the Colnago C60, Bianchi Oltre XR4 and the Bianchi Specialissima. I have been collecting and buying parts as money has allowed and plan to build it with Campy SR EPS V3. All of the parts are here, just need to order frame. So, it is almost impossible to ride any of these bikes in South Carolina and would love unbiased feedback. I ride 100-150 miles a week for exercise and want a fast bike that is compliant. That use to be an oxymoron, but technology has changed all that. So, if anyone would share their thoughts and experiences that would be very helpful! Thank you in advance.
Last edited by 518jbe on Fri Dec 16, 2016 9:51 pm, edited 1 time in total.
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Fast and compliant = lugged carbon = C60
My experience is that I prefer lugged carbon over the monocoque framesets.
The C60 comes in more geometry and size options than the others.
If you are like all the riders I happen to know, then you will also probably want to upgrade/change your bike one day despite how much you declare your love for the bike today.........
.....and if so then the C60 will have a better holding value and easier re-sale than the other framesets you have in mind (allowing it's a common size and you keep it in great condition)
I'd also simply go with the C60 for the pure cachet of owning one of these.
My experience is that I prefer lugged carbon over the monocoque framesets.
The C60 comes in more geometry and size options than the others.
If you are like all the riders I happen to know, then you will also probably want to upgrade/change your bike one day despite how much you declare your love for the bike today.........
.....and if so then the C60 will have a better holding value and easier re-sale than the other framesets you have in mind (allowing it's a common size and you keep it in great condition)
I'd also simply go with the C60 for the pure cachet of owning one of these.