It was a gorgeous day in Seattle, and I got out for my first longish
ride on my Saluki, the 50+ mile Lake Washington Loop. I LOVE this bike!
A few thoughts: Everything everyone says about the Rivendell Ride is
true. The bike feels great--smooth, tracks well, turns, climbs and
descends just like I want it to. The Pari-Motos are superb. I'm very
happy with my Shimergo drivetrain (Campy Daytona 10-speed brifters,
Dura-Ace 7800/7803 derailleurs.) Managed up the 3.3 mile Juanita Hill
with the 12-28T cassette, but will still probably fit a Cyclotourist
14-34, along with changing the rear derailleur to a XTR long cage
until I get more fit. The Berthoud saddle was very comfortable, for
having all of 70 miles on it so far.
Here are a few pics from the ride: <http://www.flickr.com/photos/robharrison/sets/72157624087848543/
>.
And here are a few pics from my *very* first ride, along with info
about the current build: <http://www.flickr.com/photos/robharrison/sets/72157624011191725/
>
I should mention the provenance. The serial number of the bike is
SA01. John Ferguson originally built up the bike. Have a look: <http://www.flickr.com/photos/36397...@n06/sets/72157615351530151/
> Ron Blumenthal bought it from John, and made a few changes: <http://www.flickr.com/photos/14427...@n04/4404261756/in/set-72157623546735456/
>. I bought it from Ron. :)
Other stuff still to come: Berthoud composite fenders and a handlebar
bag of some sort. A Nitto Jaguar seatpost. Pondering a set of Frog
pedals. (Heresy I know!) An EDelux light to replace the E6.
I'm pleased as punch with my new bike.
Rob in Seattle
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