First ride on my new bike

I was able to wheel and deal for the Bianci. I realized I could not buy the bike I wanted new and my neighbor Judah let his Bianchi go for a fair price. Having a sweet, new baby daughter that poops a lot might have given me some leeway to negotiate. Most importantly, it feels amazing to ride and really, that is what you are paying for. I have been converted I think. A mountain bike will always have a place in my heart for trails, mad downhill and will always serve best with hard core climbs, but I understand why people swear by road bikes. They are a whole different animal.

Here is what it is:
bianchi reparto corse tsx steel frame, columbus fork.
campagnolo centaur deraileurs, campagnolo veloce flat bar shifters ,
campagnolo chorus brakes, campagnolo centaur seatpost, campagnolo centaur 170mm cranks and 39/52t chainring, phil wood bottom bracket, campagnolo chorus hubs laced to mavic open pro rims 3TTT flatbars (italian made), bianchi saddle, mks gr20 pedals, tires, rims, pedals and bottom bracket are the only non-italian items on the bike, bottom bracket is a bombproof phil wood unit

It feels like a dream and that's all I know. I will be riding this badboy every day and I dub thee "Épée" because it cuts like a fast sword.

Here is my first ride since I bought it. I stopped by the Tooleybeths to say hi and to brag, but they were not home. Oh well.

Here is my little route:

First ride on Épée

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