The Colnago build begins....

[kenyonchris]

Excellent!!! I'm so happy you're building it up Campy, and Chorus is a great fit for that frame.

I'll warn you that some Campy wheels are just a very tight fit when you first put on tires. Tear-inducing, but usually, it's just the first or second time you put on a tire. So, have the shop do it the first time, ride for a while, try to take it on and off in the comfort of your home, and then it should be stretched enough to handle it on the road.

I always call the design on that frame "planets" - looks like little Saturn's to me.

Have fun with the build!

I've heard that about the campy wheels....so I'll certainly take your suggestions!! Thanks!!

[Thorn]

With regards to tight tires on large rims, may I suggest investing in a bead jack? http://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...th+Handle.aspx

My bike shop has gotten me hooked on using Panaracer Duros. On my rims that is a really, really tight fit. Not having the skill or hand strength to mount them, I bought the bead jack. No struggles. No temper tantrums.

So far I haven't had to change a flat on the road, but the longer I ride them, the less of a problem I assume I'll have.

Oh, and you'll love the Chorus. I have a Chorus bike and Veloce bike. The Veloce is "OK", but the Chorus is smoooooooth. It is a very nice group.

Looking forward to the pictures

[Trekhawk]

How exciting!
Yep need to see some pics.