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Old 10-18-2017, 10:35 AM
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I wonder if that's a Vortex, or if it's an Ultimate. Looks more like an Ultimate to me. How would one check on that? (Never rode either model, but I think the Ultimate is/was every bit as good as the Vortex.)
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Old 10-18-2017, 10:55 AM
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That's a vortex for sure. Ultimates of this era had the radically bent and shaped seat tube that had the cut out in the back of it.

These ride great. The vortex is lighter, but not as stiff as the ultimate. It's a better bike for long days in the saddle. That's a very cool frame. A lifelong frame.

Enjoy!
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Old 10-18-2017, 10:56 AM
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I have been able to verify 2 different frame sets’ models/years that I bought used by calling them and providing the serial number. One which I bought used in 2006 and the other just this year. First one was 1999 and second one 2009, so chances are that this would work in this case.
This frame set has the right decals, however, those can be sourced and re-applied.


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