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- CommentAuthordjliamg
- CommentTimeNov 29th 2008
starting on a new build, all italian. Debating between classic campy and new campy gruppo...
Got the rims already (Atlanta 96 NOS, 32h). I can get the new 32h low flange campy hubs for a good price, but would really love to get a set of the Sheriff stars. Having a hard time justifying paying more for old hubs and parts than I would pay for new ones.
So, all new, or all old? -
- CommentAuthorGone
- CommentTimeNov 29th 2008
Large flanges is the way to go, it makes your wheel stiffer, low flanges are for more comfortable long rides. In my opinion I would go with C-Record "sheriff" stars if you can afford them but the old large flange Record will do the same job for much less. Since you have the Atlanta rims might as well go all the way with C-Record hubs, make sure the rest of the group on your frame is in C to justify the hubs.
My 2 cents. :) -
- CommentAuthortotal
- CommentTimeNov 29th 2008
Well in my opinion low flange looks better MOST of the times. But I have to admit, these Sheriffs are really looking bad-ass. I think you just have to consider if your going to build a classic bike ore not. -
- CommentAuthordjliamg
- CommentTimeNov 29th 2008
The Atlanta rim laced to C-Record Sheriff stars is my dream wheelset, but damn... the hubs are spendy! The crazy thing is that you can end up paying a ton of cash for period correct Campy stuff, where you could just buy a brand new full Campy record pista gruppo for the same or less.
I honestly don't know what frame I'm going to put all this stuff on yet, which would easily push the decision one way or the other. Classic italian = classic components, new italian = new components. The Atlantas were on the list for a while and I finally scored a set of 32h NOS for a reasonable price. Now just need to figure out the rest... -
- CommentAuthorTimo
- CommentTimeDec 4th 2008
just my opinion .
@ DJliamg
I would say it really depends on what your trying to accomplish here .
i would start with the 2 most important ingredients
FRAME & then WHEELS .
then go from there . remember the frame fit is the most important thing . if it doesnt feel right , even thought it's a 100% beauty pass on it and get the one the is just perfect .
it has taken me about 20 years to find the correct frame set . i have found it now and i am pleased to say i own many of them.
old italian frames old british frames , french frames they all have their points . lugs sets , tubing and personal touches .
in my opinion . first think what you want out of a frame set . do you want a town bike , competition bike , long rider . etc? start there .
go in and talk to your TOP knotch LBS and have them take all your measurements and get the fit down , then you will know what size of frame , chain stays , seat tube , top tube and so on will fit you best .
then start to look for the right frame .
as far as wheels go , i know what you mean about some older parts costing more than newer parts .but its all what you want out of it .
it would be a shame to spent about 2000$ on a frame set and components in the end that you dont even like . yeah it has all the popular/ long lasting/ light / beautiful components but it possibly doesnt fit your needs .
If you take your time and do it this way in the end you will have a bike that is 100% personal and that you will ride for ages, and know every single part on there and how to manage it over time .
it's a tough decision but if you follow your heart and what you really want you will be happy for years/ decades .
if your courious about what works for me .
i like a mix Chorus & C - Record parts ,
frames that work best for my style and what i intend to use them for are Merckx for training/ club rides / De Rosa for racing / Peugeot for touring , commuting
Columbus SLX & MAX Tubing are my favorites and Cinelli bars 44's are just unreal when applied to a 3TTT Record stem.
if you buy new the parts( Campagnolo ) will most likely last you for the rest of your life with proper maintenance .
replacement parts will be readily available .
hope this helps somehow
Cheers
T
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