New build on an old Cannondale

[larry99]

Just got back this 1989 Cannondale R600 frame from the powder coat paintshop. I slapped on some decals today, and gave it a clearcoat. I'll keep updating the thread as the build progresses. All parts are here - except for the Chinese carbon wheels. Those aren't expected for another two weeks.

 

[rickpaulos]

I'm sure its an optical illusion but how about a straight edge on the underside of the top tube?

 

[larry99]

I see what you're talking about. It's just a bad angle on the photo, or an illusion. Top tube looks great, although there's a 1mm dent near the R600 decal. It's so small, it's almost imperceptible.

 

[ifitsfreeitsforme]

what components is it going to get?

Having refurbished an RB-2 recently, I have my eye on a vintage Panasonic frame as my next resto-mod.

 

[larry99]

For components: Shimano 105 groupset 2x11, including rim brakes; 11-34T on the cassette; Cane Creek 40 headset and ToSeek drop bars; Superteam carbon fiber wheels 27mm rim width with a 55mm dish. Pedals are dual function - Shimano SPD on one side, and flats on the other. All said and done, without pedals, it'll come in around 8.5 kg (under 19 lbs).

 

[larry99]

Karate Chicken - you are agood luck token. You had commented as 65cm being a huge seat tube - just sold my 66cm Cannondale yesterday. Your words must have brought the 6'6" buyer.

 

[Karate Chicken Industries]

66cm is about maximum Rivendell sizing for a 38" inseam, IMO. I have two 64cm skinny tire bikes and they are a good fit to me.

Happy to have helped!

 

[larry99]

The buyer said it was the first time he ever really had a bike that fit him. I think he was closer to 6'7". It looked good (correct) when he was riding.