Antonio and son build a very nice frame, both under their own moniker and for Torrelli. My LBS
started carrying them shortly after I bought my Waterford. While I have absolutely NO regret
about buying the Waterford and new bike lust quickly passes each time that I ride it, you can get
a similar Mondonico for less $. Also, Antonio & son have been coming over here on a regular basis
to tour the retail outlets with Chairman Bill McGann. If you preorder a frame, You'll get
measured by the builders. I know several people who get their bikes this way and they all had a
WOW reaction upon riding their new bikes. A lower priced option is Fuji. At the price point, they
really can't be beat.
A key for myself is what gives me the biggest grin. It's an easier decision with motorcycles, but
also works with bikes. I didn't like the big assed welds on the Lemonds. Trek makes an okay bike,
but there are lots of them. While I'm sure there are others out there, I have yet to meet up with
another Hypercanary Yellow Waterford, let alone a 2200. The closest is a guy I know who has a yellow
Paramount. Almost identical under the paint.
Don't forget that the bike is only part of the purchase. You should also be buying into the shop. A
good shop will take care of you long after the sale. Find a shop you like, then buy what they sell.
Just make sure they sell Campy. Run, fast, from any Shimano only shop.
Friends don't let friends ride ShimaNO.
Bob Koreis Tacoma WA
"TC Rider" <[email hidden]> wrote in message "]news:[email hidden]...
Quoted message said:Fit issues aside, I have a Mondonico Nemo; perfect if you're into traditionally handmade lugged
steel frames (they even pin the lugs instead of spot weld them) but also quite light. I think
their current top of the line is made from UltraFoco tubing, and I'm guessing the frame (no fork)
will be in the 3.5-3.8 pound range. Made in a small Italian town by small Italian men... 8-)
Plus they will custom build if you're willing to wait a bit.
TC
