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dinglem:
Finally got my hands on one after years of hunting... one of only 4 known examples. This is serial number 091 in what appears to be original pearl white paint. The geometry is very different to my Expert; longer top tube around 19inches, but it also joins the seatpost tube an inch lower, effectively angling the seatpost tube backwards further thus increasing the seat to bar distance considerably. The rear loops are therefore also much flatter.

I love it! I'll be retaining the original paint as it's not too bad (few very small chips) and I really like the pearl finish (MATRON!)

This completes my WHEELS set of Mini, Expert, Pro and Cruiser  :coolsmiley:

The frame was part of the Dutch Team WHEELS branch, and was imported by bike dealer P.v. HOOF, so I have retained his dealer sticker. The head tube decal is a custom one I had made based on some original early decals given to me by the ex-team WHEELS manager.

I'll be building this as my steed for the charity London to Brighton ride in September.

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CustardLips:
That's really nice Mart... looking forward to seeing a family photo.  :daumenhoch:

Monk_Wally_Honk:
That's a beauty.

insectbones:
Nice forks  ;)

factory pilot:
It's lush is that mate... Can't wait to see it built up fistblump

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