1992 Trek 5500 OCLV. 1992 was the year that Trek introduced their OCLV carbon fiber bikes to the cycling world. By using this method instead of trying to create an entire bike frame in a single shot, Trek’s engineers were able to reduce the amount of epoxy and fillers left over in the completed frame.
Hi everyone, I'm new here as I'm just getting into cycling. I was looking around for a first bike and stumbled across the following one for 450GBP (or 800CHF in Switzerland where I currently live). With my limited knowledge I think it is an ok offer, but I wanted to see if anyone with a bit more experience could help me out ! The specifications I have: Trek 5500 OCLV Full Shimano Dura-ace 9 speed Chainrings: 53/39
Wheels: Mavic Tire: Michelin Pro3 Saddle: Italia Gel Flow Pedals: Look Oh and here is a picture: http://www.anibis.ch/uploads/006/726/23 ... svCw_2.jpg
And if you just have some general advice for my search for a first bike, I'll gladly take it For example, if there is anything I should particularly pay attention to when buying a used bike ? Tony