02-11-2021, 06:18 AM
I just scored on my first "GILCO" frame from a friend in Europe. It is an '80s Coppi brand frame design, repainted with fully chromed fork that needs a little TLC. I have never ridden one before and I am curious as to other's opinion of that tubeset. I am happy to not have a "run of the mill" Colnago Master frame; something a little different always appeals to me more even if not the more popular (and thus more expensive) choice. All main tubes are "GILCO". I have not received shipment of it, but I am anxious to give it a ride. My size 51.5 cm, and price: $300 with shipping included. This will be a full 'restore' in the end due to its present repaint (red) and condition; no rust or other damage. I will forego decals because I just do not care and my paint scheme for it would be ruined by decals in my opinion; let the next owner do it that justice. I do not care if anyone knows what I am riding at this point when out on the road and trails.
Hopefully I will be able to post photos of it shortly upon arrival.
I do expect to spend a little more time here after a couple months break and with my time at work being reduced a bit (read as: reduced stress!).
Thank you for any insight you folks have regarding these types of frames.
Hopefully I will be able to post photos of it shortly upon arrival.
I do expect to spend a little more time here after a couple months break and with my time at work being reduced a bit (read as: reduced stress!).
Thank you for any insight you folks have regarding these types of frames.
Take care,
Jesper
"I am become Death, the destroyer of bicycles." NJS
Jesper
"I am become Death, the destroyer of bicycles." NJS