Jan,
A couple of times on this list and in the Rivendell Reader you've mentioned trials where randonneur bikes were shown that were amazingly light (esp. for the time). I believe you mentioned something like 19 lbs complete with racks, fenders, lights... How did they accomplish this ? What "tricks" did the constructeurs use to make these flyweight bikes ? Ultra light tubing ? Aluminum tubesets ? Special components ? Were these practical bikes or pretty much "show" bikes ? How were these trials judged ? Do you have any pictures or info you'd be willing to share with the list ?
Okay, that's a bit more than a couple of questions but you've really piqued my curiosity on this subject.
John "subscribing today to your newsletter" Price
Denver, CO