Hi: I am not sure what the down play of Tange and Champion are (I do not think that Freek Faro is doing that he is simply mentioning that why someone in Europe would be using Japan steel chromoly, I am sure, but I have been meaning to bring up the point for some time). Please someone explain. I have had my hands on a share of European bikes and the Reynolds 531's and also the afore mentioned Japanese bikes and the paint jobs and the finish on the Tange steel frames were left far superior and seemed to hold their own over time in comparison to any other. So, I don't get it. I am thinking that this Plum presented here is a fine example. Thank you for taking such great care of a wonderful two wheel machine. She is beautiful!
Jim Abt
Wausau, Wi. USA