Eric,
I rented a road bike in Como 2 or 3 years ago. Didn't even try for a classic bike, just one that fit. The shop I used, Como Bike (www.comobike.com), was great. They were out of regular renters and let me have one of their used bikes as a weekend rental. Ended up with a newer steel Colnago. Give them a call or email now as bike rentals go fast there. Good luck.
Brent Harrell Orlando, FL
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 1:05 PM, Eric Meddaugh <eric.m@rocketmail.com>
wrote:
> Brothers & Sisters of the Wheel,
>
> I'll be across the pond in Italy around Lake Como area and my dream is to
> ride from Bellagio to the Madonna del Ghisallo bike church on the 1st or 2nd
> of June. I could probably rent a modern bike but it would mean so much more
> to me to be able to do it on a classic machine. Unfortunately I can't bring
> one of my own but I would be more than willing to rent one from a CR list
> member. I can ride anything between 58 and 62cm and my typical lowest gears
> at home are 42 chain ring and 28 freewheel (can I make it to the church on
> that??). I'll be bringing my own "traps 'n straps". Thanks very much in
> advance for your help.
>
> Regards, Eric
>
> Eric Meddaugh
> (anticipating a heat wave soon in) San Carlos, CA usa