Used to have a 2016 Emonda SL which I sold when I go my 23 Madone and bought this frameset impulsively from Wheel and Sprocket Outlet, used some spare parts I had around, bought a few things new, a few things used, and had friends donate some as well. All RSL finishing kit (with the older XXX bar), wheels are brand new which I took off my old Emonda on day 1, 165mm cranks, Ultegra 11s mech with cheaper 105 shifters.
There’s no universe where this is as fast, stiff, comfortable or even light as my Madone but for like 1/10 of the price you are still getting a fantastic and fun bike. I’d recommend an Emonda ALR to anyone looking to get into riding a bike or looking for a spare bike
by freewallabees
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And as far as rim brakes go, these are direct mount (two mounting points to the frame and not to be confused with dual pivot) are a notable improvement over my old single point setup