10-09-2024, 10:45 AM
One of the best framebuilders from the past 65 years has left the mortal coil to cross torches with those who preceded him.
He made no compromises; he made only racing bikes of the highest quality and craftsmanship. Look past the fancy paint jobs of the 80s and later, and you will find that his frames stand out, and stand the test of time.
My first time riding a Tommasini (early '80s Prestige model) was easily one of the few times I could tell the difference in frame performance over another top tier bike. The frame was a bit too large for me, but I did not care, as I was not going to pass up a great deal on a great bike. I still have that bike and had my hands on it a couple weeks ago pondering riding it; but I had swapped out some parts and wanted to put it back in order with better componentry.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Take care,
Jesper
"I am become Death, the destroyer of bicycles." NJS
Jesper
"I am become Death, the destroyer of bicycles." NJS