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Old 09-18-2024, 09:56 AM
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Ups - did I just buy a Rapha Continental frame?
Edit the frame is back for sale:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/38740549110...3Avlp_homepage

Quick bid on Ebay and I won…..


https://www.flickr.com/photos/amarob...ream/lightbox/
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Old 09-18-2024, 10:19 AM
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well... did you?
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Old 09-18-2024, 10:36 AM
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Seems like it
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Old 09-18-2024, 11:57 AM
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Pretty cool. I hope it wasn't ridden through too many epic rain, hail, and snowstorms.
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Old 09-18-2024, 12:00 PM
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I was giving that one a follow and soooooo tempted! Glad it's ended up with someone who will appreciate it. Be sure to post some pics once you've got it up and running! Enjoy!
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Old 09-18-2024, 12:14 PM
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WOW. You could hang pictures off of that perfectly level top tube. Very nice! Please update with a build pic asap!
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Old 09-19-2024, 01:06 AM
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Aimar is quite a talented builder who used to post frequently on VSalon, but it seems that his site is down. Nice find.
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Old 09-19-2024, 07:04 AM
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+1 Followed Amaro on the interwebs and thought I might work with him on a new bike some day. Was sad when he decided to leave the trade.

Great find! Jealous!


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Aimar is quite a talented builder who used to post frequently on VSalon, but it seems that his site is down. Nice find.
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Old 09-19-2024, 07:08 AM
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As I've said before, some of those early Rapha Continental bikes really influenced what I found to be beautiful, functional bicycles. A concept I have pursued for years. Nice find if you snagged this one, a classic from one of my favorite eras of cycling.
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Old 09-19-2024, 08:36 AM
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That is one rare bike. Very well done.
Many would say that is from the peak Rapha period and an example of the company firing on all cylinders.
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Old 09-19-2024, 09:31 AM
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That is lovely, I re watch those Rapha videos & want basically this. Congrats
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Old 09-21-2024, 02:48 AM
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Well I backed out - I was too fast on the bidding and the size is just not perfect for me so it is relisted. Sorry to the seller.

“Back on sale after disgracious ebay buyer not willing to complete payment after successful bid.” Well that would be me….
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Old 09-21-2024, 10:37 AM
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An Amaro would be one to have. Another big fan of Aimar and his work here …
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Old 09-21-2024, 05:54 PM
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Could OP post a link to the relisted ebay ad? Not finding it.
Thanks.
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Old 09-21-2024, 06:30 PM
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Here you go:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/387405491100
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