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I thought I would share my thoughts on moving from a race focused Specialized Tarmac SL7 Pro to a joy focused Colnago C68 as there was little commentary when I was considering the swap. Here are my thoughts... ask me anything.

Things I Love about the Colnago C68 ❤️

• Geometry: Higher stack and slacker head tube angle makes for a superb ride, especially when descending. I keep pushing to go faster when I cross 40mph where the Tarmac shook like a Nissan Truck with the same wheel/tire combo.
• Ride Quality: The build is rock solid. There's something ethereal when riding over poor pavement. With the C68 you're merely aware of it, with the Tarmac you feel it in every bone.
• Aesthetics: The lugged construction of the C68 is stunning and the HRGG colorway has really grown on me. Build quality is light years ahead of Specialized.
• Stiffness: Despite not being a race bike per se the C68 is a very stiff ride. I notice no difference when sprinting or getting out of the saddle on climbs.

Things I wish were better on the Colnago C68 🤔

• Handlebar: It's light and somewhat aero but not the most comfortable, especially when riding on the bar tops. Considering a swap to the Enve AR cockpit but would love to know what others are using.
• Parts Availability: Sourcing parts (i.e. zero offset seatpost) from Colnago has been a pain less than a year since they launched the C72. Definitely worried how I can source proprietary parts in the future.
• Sizing: Geometrygeeks.com is a godsend when comparing sizes as Colnago uses the seat tube length vs. the top tube length when naming sizes.
• Tire Clearance: Personally, I wish I could run 40c tires but 32c Conti GP 5000s measure 33.8c on Enve 4.5. 40 is the new 30.
• Paint Quality: The HRGG colorway carries a lot of paint and southern California roads have left their mark in 7 months were my Tarmac was nearly flawless after 3+ years.
• Seatpost: Seriously, who designed this saddle rail clamp?!?

Things I miss about my Tarmac SL7 😢

• Race-Feel: Despite the requisite discomfort, there's something about feeling locked in to go fast on the Tarmac. Post-ride is more painful for sure but the ultra fast handling just makes you want to push harder.
• Handlebar: The Roval Cockpit is a beauty compared the Colnago's that I would best describe as boring.
• Service: My local Specialized shop is superb... miss these guys.

There's my two cents for what it's worth. I would make the swap again in a heartbeat.

For the WW out there, the C68 w/ Dura Ace weighs in at 16.2lbs/7.4kg with no pedals, mounts, or cages. I believe my Tarmac with Ultegra was 16.5lbs/7.5kg. Enve 4.5s and Conti GP5000s 32c on both; sizes 485 and 52 respectively.

Found this bike near me how much would you guys realistically be willing to pay?

Pop of color Ltd. Vittoria Corsa 30mm, Hoppcarbonparts ospw and carbon shell replacement for SRAM Explr, Darimo 0 offset, Gemini 52 carbon chainring, custom SRAM crank and shifters, Enve 4.5 Pro, Silca tape, Selle Italia saddle, Silca waxed chain, ti parts bolts, Sixweel steerer bolts and thru axles, hinloopen out front mount. A dream to ride.

Can somebody help me to know an honest price for this bike? Thank you all

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I bought this quill stem and handlebar set off ebay but wanted more info on this quill stem. What bike model and year was this from?

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Hi everyone! Ever heard about the Colnago MTB XL 1989?

The frame and fork feature Tange 5 Cr-Mo tubing, rolling on a full Shimano Mountain LX group with Biopace-HP chainrings. Hubs are laced to beautiful black Araya RX-7 rims (FH-M452 rear hub).

Also, notice the original U-Brake mounted under the chainstays. Size is a proper 52cm (XL for the era). What do you guys think about this specific export/import model? Any info or catalog scans available?

Thank you and ciao form Italy!