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  1. #1
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    FS: 47cm '08 Bianchi Lei Elena

    For sale is my beautiful purple 08 WSD aluminum Bianchi complete with Shimano's 105 drivetrain and an FSA triple crankset. She is in great shape with a few cosmetic dings that occurred while I was learning how to use clipless pedals. She needs a new home since my new full carbon bike has arrived.

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    Bike has about 1500 miles on it. Am asking $700.

    Here is a link to her on my photobucket:
    http://s410.photobucket.com/albums/pp190/fidlfreek/

    And a link to specs and geometry on the Bianchi site


    Some more details:
    Wondering if she'll fit? I am 5'2 with a short torso. My BF (top notch lbs mechanic) can give guidance and advice regarding fit....

    Wondering about upgrades (and more details)? I will include the original michelin tires (great for training) as well as the blingy gold Continental 4000 tires that are on the bike ($120 worth of tires). I will also include the carbon bottle cages that are on the bike ($60 worth of cages). In addition, I will include the original RC alloy stem (90mm, +/- 6 degrees) as well as the 100 mm Bontrager stem that is currently on the bike ($45). Price however does not include a saddle. Any packing and shipping would be done by the BF (so, professionally)...
    Last edited by fidlfreek; 02-27-2009 at 03:32 PM.

  2. #2
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    Will she accept a rear rack? (i.e., in part, is the rear triangle all aluminum)?
    Speed comes from what you put behind you. - Judi Ketteler

  3. #3
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    It looks like carbon fiber seat stays to me...

    Now if I could justify a 3rd road bike....

  4. #4
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    oooooooooooooo it's so pretty
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  5. #5
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    It is a carbon seat stay. I can find out from my BF if there is any way to put a rear rack on it...

  6. #6
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    bianche

    would you take 550 for it?
    beautiful bike!!!!
    "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10

    strength to beat those neverending flats!

  7. #7
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    Just a little happy message given all the drama surrounding the FS section recently...

    Sexy purple Bianchi seems to have safely arrived at her new home in sunny southern California. Am hoping to see new pics of her with her new owner posted on TE sometime soon.

    YEAH TE for making another carbon free bike recycle possible! YEAH!

  8. #8
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    Feb 2009
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    Thanks to fidlfreek for my new bike!

    slight replacements:

    new black handle bar tape
    selle italia lady sport saddle
    original RC alloy stem
    Look Keo Elle pedals

    Will post a pic of me riding as soon as I get someone to take a pic of me!!

    Other pic is of my niece and I!

    Thanks again fidlfreek!
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  9. #9
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    Congrats, ailurra. That is a sweet-looking bike. (I have a thing for Bianchis.)

  10. #10
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    Oregon
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    So pretty!<drool>
    Everything in moderation, including moderation.

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    1997 Trek 820 Step-thru Xtracycle/B17

  11. #11
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    Awesome! Pretty bike and great to hear a happy sale. Tell us about your first ride.
    Amanda

    2011 Specialized Epic Comp 29er | Specialized Phenom | "Marie Laveau"
    2007 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Road | Selle Italia Lady Gel Flow | "Miranda"


    You don't have to be great to get started, but you do have to get started to be great. -Lee J. Colan

  12. #12
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    Dre I am SO SO pleased to hear you're happy with your new bike. I had been wondering how things were going Also, your niece is adorable!

  13. #13
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    Ailurra-Great bike! I'd love to hear how the Bianchi is working out for you. Fill us all in!
    Andrea

    1988 Bridgestone mixte
    2002 Trek 2200
    2011 Surly Long Haul Trucker

 

 

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