David Goerndt wrote:
>
> Seeing this bike has raised a question. What is the significance of the
> "spade" if any?
>
> David Goerndt
Just a design element in my opinion... interesting shape to cut out of the lugs. Very common amongst Italian builders to pick a heart, diamond, club or spade (or all four).
Point of interest: the club from the card suit that is used on Colnagos is refered to as a "flower" by Ernesto and said to commemorate a race victory from long ago.
Chuck Schmidt