Soma Rush

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Frameset
Frame: 
Soma Rush 55
Fork: 
Soma
Wheelset
Wheels: 
Mavic CXP 22 32 hole
Tyres: 
Continental GP 4000
Drivetrain
Crank: 
Soma Hellyer
Pedals: 
Vinatage Campagnolo Super Record
Components
Saddle and seatpost: 
Soma Kamisori
Handlebars and stem: 
Nitto Noodle / Velo Orange 110 polished
Headset: 
Cane Creek S2
Brakes: 
NOS Shimano 600 EX calipers and non-aero levers
Extras: 
Felt 15 mm wrench under water bottle cage
Notes: 

Just finished the build. Scored some NOS Shimano 600 EX (love the non-aero) calipers and levers. The pedals are 27 year old Campy Super Record that came with a Bruce Gordon bike that I still have. Everything else is new.

Comments

My Soma Rush is total crap.

My Soma Rush is total crap. 2008 model. Rear section is welded totally out of alignment. Tried to get Soma and their main distributor Merry Sales Co to warranty it, but to no avail. I definitely would never purchase another Soma product considering the retail price of this F/F and their lack of customer support. Any of the large US bike companies would have replaced this failure of quality control out of shear embarasment.

Was it easier to leave the

Was it easier to leave the brake cables exposed. Or was it for looks. Nice build.

Both easier and I don't mind

Both easier and I don't mind the old fashioned aspect to it.

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