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03-06-2004, 06:02 PM
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Boston Terriers rule!
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Land of the Elves
Posts: 2,852
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My new Aegis!
Just had to show y'all a photo of my sweet new ride, a 46 cm Aegis Swift:
http://home.earthlink.net/~emilys7/cycling/aegis.JPG I bought the frame and fork for a fabulous price on eBay, then had my LBS build the bike for me with components I'd researched and chosen myself. I put Campy Chorus on it, and an FSA carbon pro compact double crankset. I found the handlebar tape online and can't believe how well it matches the frame! It certainly wasn't inexpensive, but it's a lovely bike. Fully equipped with seatbag, pedals, etc, it weighs in at 18.5 lbs. After riding a 23 lb. Terry, this makes a difference, since I'm a little gal (5'2" and 105 lbs). I'm not worthy of this bike yet, but this is the year I plan to become worthy! Just had to share - I'm very excited! I'm taking her out for our second ride tomorrow.  Emily |
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03-06-2004, 08:49 PM
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re-joining the autobus
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: SF Bay Area, CA
Posts: 4,770
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wow, it's lovely! enjoy
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03-07-2004, 05:00 AM
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"Ride lots!"
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Posts: 6,796
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Very pretty! Hvae you picked a name yet?
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03-07-2004, 06:56 AM
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Boston Terriers rule!
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Land of the Elves
Posts: 2,852
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Re. names: I'm starting out calling her the "Raspberry Rambler". If I get fast enough, I'll modify that slightly to "Raspberry Racer"!
 Heading out for a 30-35 miler in about 30 minutes. I can't wait! Looks like it'll be about 58 degrees at the start, 60+ by the end, with sunshine. Gotta love early springtime! Hoping for good riding weather for everyone else too.... |
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03-07-2004, 02:36 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Midwest
Posts: 499
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whoa...gorgeous bike! enjoy
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03-07-2004, 10:04 PM
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Team Sandbagger
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: San Jose, CA
Posts: 686
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Emily,
Congrats! I've heard some very good things about Aegis bikes, and yours is such a unique color to boot! So....how did the ride go? Details, we NEED details!!!! -- Melissa |
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03-10-2004, 07:35 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Lakewood, Co
Posts: 639
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Emily,
Your Aegis is beautiful! It looks like mine except I have a blueberry fade with the lupine. The more you ride it the more you will appreciate it! Enjoy! |
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03-11-2004, 09:23 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Boise, Idaho
Posts: 30
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Beautiful bike!!! When you get going REALLY fast, you'll have to shorten the name... Maybe "R-squared" or "Double R" or "R-2".
 ~ Wendi
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03-11-2004, 11:15 AM
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Ride It Like Ya Stole It
Join Date: Jan 2002
Location: On my bike
Posts: 1,613
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You'll love your C-Chorus. I've had mine for almost nine years. It's smooth and accurate. Plus, when you coast, it whispers "Campagnolo, campagnolo.."
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03-12-2004, 09:11 AM
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Boston Terriers rule!
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Land of the Elves
Posts: 2,852
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Thanks for all the positive feedback! I am just loving this bike. I can't wait until it stays light late enough that I can ride after work as well as on the weekends (right now I ride my Terry on a trainer a couple evenings a week). Looks like great weather for a ride or two this weekend, so I plan to make the most of it!
Emily |
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