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Old 02-16-2024, 01:37 PM
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Beautiful Giant with campag SR

i dont normally like the looks of modern bikes but this one is a killer IMHO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRWg...nnel=BikeRadar
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Old 02-16-2024, 01:44 PM
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I saw that. I adore the shape of that frame. I think it's a perfect example of a classic bicycle shape augmented with subtle yet highly effective modern aerodynamic frame sculpture. The best of both worlds.

However, that's a bike that looks best in its electronic guise. I understand why the builder went with mechanical, but from an visually aesthetic standpoint, this bike cries out for electronic shifting if you're doing a posh build like that.
Also, black decals on the wheels.
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Old 02-16-2024, 03:10 PM
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Black frame, rim brake Bora Ultras with gumwalls, and Campy group. Seriously, how can it not look hot?

Another case in point:
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Old 02-16-2024, 05:50 PM
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i dont normally like the looks of modern bikes but this one is a killer IMHO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRWg...nnel=BikeRadar
That’s a fine-looking racing bicycle, but I don’t see it as modern.
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Old 02-17-2024, 08:34 AM
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looks like an older BMC mated with something I can't put finger on...actually, find abit ugly and trying to ride the rails between eras...Cockpit as they call it looks a mess...appearing to come off as subtle but actually trying way too hard maybe...
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Old 02-17-2024, 01:28 PM
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i dont normally like the looks of modern bikes but this one is a killer IMHO
Yeah I have not had carbon since my Look 585 I rode from 2005-2011

But when looking at carbon the Giant always looks pretty good. Something about not going dropped on seat stays & the sender fork keeps it nice IMO

I use to think the same about the Factor O2 Vam rim brake too Which is quite similar to the Giant
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