Racing Rats runs everywhere with his triple. The new CroMolly fork is practically eternal, designed for long voyages. Double brake levers on the handlebar are a must for a touring ride
Cinelli Vai shallow bar for endurance riding comfort
New reversible Bootleg Special stem
The Bootleg Racing Rats 2012 Features are:Frame: Columbus Alloy Custom 6061 T6
Fork: Columbus Cr-Mo Steel 1-1/8 inch
Bars: Cinelli Vai Compact
Stem: Cinelli Vai Bootleg Custom
Speed: 24
Front Mech: Shimano FD-2303
Rear Mech: Shimano RD-2300
Shifters Shimano ST-2303
Chainset: FSA Vero 50/39/30 Triple CK-C602
Cassette: Shimano CS-HG50-8 13/26 8 Speed
Front Brake: Tektro RL721
Rear Brake: Tektro RL721
Rims: Alex Ace 18
Front Hub: Bootleg
Rear Hub: Shimano FH-2200
Tyres: Kenda 700x35 Front Kenda 700x35 Rear
Seatpost: Cinelli Bootleg
What is a Road Bike?Referred to as road racing bikes, the clue is in the title here. These bikes concentrate on being light weight and reducing drag to increase speed. Thanks to their drop handlebars they have a stretched out feel, again for aerodynamics. So efficiency is the name of this game, definitely not comfort. For more information on road bikes see our
Road Bikes Buying Guide.