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EDDY MERCKX ‘Blockhaus 67′ “Custom Built” Women’s / Ladies Road Bike
6069 Triple Butted Aluminium Frame
Carbon Fibre forks
42` Frame ( X – Small )
Suit Size 5’0 / 5`3 – ( Eddy Merckx Size guide / chart )
#N.B. 1. Please note: Eddy Merckx bikes do NOT measure their bike frames conventionally. They use the seat tube measurement from centre to centre. Therefore the size of the frames comes across as being very small. Hence this model in a 42′ is more like a 46′ or 48’ when compared to other manufacturers such as Trek, Giant or Specialized.
#N.B. 2. Additionally please note: This model, the Blockhaus 67 was built primarily as a man’s bike. However, because this particular bike has tiny dimensions we thought it best to build it as a ladies bike. You could still use this bike as a man’s bike by changing the saddle and / or stem.
EDDY MERCKX are a highly desirable brand made famous by the heritage associated with their owner. They have a reputation for making amazing framesets and over the years have become known to be the makers of extremely good race bikes.
The company is based in Belgium but are not widely available in the UK. They have sponsored a number of pro cyclists and have even had their own team.
This particular bike has been custom built from the frame by our in-house Cytech 3 mechanic with a very desirable spec that we chose ourselves.
This frame was designed with lightness and speed, instigated by Eddy Merckx himself, who desired the utmost from an all alloy frame. Using high-end aluminium 6069 triple butted tubing. The company claim frame weight of 1000g (for the XS frame) and 30% stronger than conventional standard 6061 tubing.
Ultra thin tubing and strong welds are the basis to such a fantastic frame that offer twisted seatstays that enhance rider comfort.
Using a Shimano 105 groupset we have then married the bike with a full set of Ritchey WCS components, including the very rare saddle. To compliment the ride we have fitted Shimano’s RS 11 wheels and brand new Vredestein tyres. Brand new bar tape completes the build.
The parts for this bike have been individually sourced for their quality as well as their suitability for the build. Because of bikes pedigree we have spec’d the bike with a good level of finishing kit, whilst no overbuilding it. The result of which gives the bike has a great overall feel.
We are exceptionally pleased with the outcome. Having ridden the bike myself I can vouch for it’s instant speed and acceleration due in part to its light weight. You instantly know that you are riding something special when it manages to offer great comfort too. The bike feels fabulous and rides very light. The aluminium makes the bike feel spritely, surefooted and very nimble.
The bike is in exceptional condition as befits a bike of this quality.
The spec is as follows:
Aluminium 6069 Frame
Carbon Fibre Forks
Custom Build:
Shimano 105 22 speed STI shifters
Shimano 105 Front Mech
Shimano 105 Rear Mech
Shimano 105 (OE) double compact chainset
Shimano 105 (OE) Brake calipers
Shimano RS 11 Factory Wheels
Brand new / Ritchey WCS Saddle
Ritchey WCS handlebars / matching seatpost & stem
Brand new / Vredestein Duo Formula 25′ tyres
The bike is in very good condition as are the wheels with some of the components in exceptional ‘as new’ condition. The saddle and bar tape are brand new. Apart from a few blemishes here and there you would find it difficult to fault the overall quality of the bike.
Overall this is an amazing bike, with incredible pedigree that offers fabulous value for money.
The bike is ready to ride.
Retail Price: Standard spec – Shimano 105 : $1,999 US Dollars £1500 appx
RRP Price: as per spec : £1900
BG Bikes Price: £1195
VIEWING IS RECOMMENDED TO APPRECIATE THE BIKE. IT LOOKS FANTASTIC IN ITS AWESOME COLOURS, IT ALSO OFFERS FANTASTIC VALUE AND A FRACTION OF THE COST OF A WHAT THIS TYPE OF BIKE WOULD COST NEW!
WHAT’S MORE YOU NOW HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A VERY UNUSUAL BIKE FOR THE PRICE OF A BUDGET PRICED NEW BIKE. AND IF YOU WANT SOMETHING VERY RARE THEN THIS BIKE IS FOR YOU.
We are confident that there are only a handful of these bikes in the U.K. Moreover, we believe this is the ONLY one built like this.
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