A few days ago I asked the community for advice on a 3T bike (here) Opinions were mixed so I passed on this deal.
I wanted an Italian gravel bike and the 3T was a deal but what I really wanted was a CInelli King Zydeco, which I have been eyeing for a long time, kinda my dream gravel bike but 4000 was a bit too much for me.
A day later I saw a second hand ad for this bike. Agreed to pay 2000, bike was 1.5 years old and the seller told me he put 500 km on it, but the bike was in pristine condition, I don't think he even already cleaned it for a first time and it was like new.
Did my first ride today and I am a very happy camper! I was afraid about a 'never meet your heroes' scenario but it rides like a dream!
It has a Rival AXS XPLR groupset, I only have experience with Shimano DI2 but I must say I am very impressed! Shifts crisp and quick!
PS:the wheels were not part of the deal, those came from my former bike.
TL;DR: bought a Cinelli King Zydeco, am very happy!
by Origin87
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Best looking bikes on the market imo. Congrats
wear gloves to keep those palms nice and shiny
Great bike !!
It’s my next bike
2000 for that is a damn steal, congrats. I’ve been putting dents into my blue (well more like turquoise) one for a few years now, best bike I’ve ever owned. Mine is still on the stock Fulcrum Rapid wheelset but I’m about to bite the bullet on a new pair, probably going for a look more like yours!
Great bike!!! What wheels and tire size do you have?
Yes I got the road bike !
Pressure
Now saving up for the gravel
Love the Cinelli ‘s, enjoy your dream bike!
2k! God damn… what size is the frame?