Vintage Specialized Allez Epic Road Bikes
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Vintage Specialized Allez Epic Road Bikes
Research into the current usage of vintage carbon lugged frames. Collecting owner feedback from those who continue to ride these frames. The objective of this survey is to investigate if anyone has experienced frame failure in later life, specifically separation of the carbon tubing from the lugs similar to what was reported very early in the products life OR if the surviving frames are still reliable.
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Which of the following models do you own?
1989 - Shiny lugs, purple and yellow stickers
1990 - Red stickers with matt finish on the lugs
1991 - Yellow stickers with matt finish on the lugs
Later models - painted frames & lugs
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For how long have you owned this bike?
1-2 Years
2-5 Years
5-7 Years
7-10 Years
More than 10 Years
3.
How often is the bike ridden?
More than once a week
Once a week
Once a month
Not often
4.
Has the bike been raced? (Used for a prolonged period of time in multiple competitive events)
Yes
No
Maybe
5.
Does this bike currently experience light or heavy usage? E.g. Do you use it for leisure purposes or is it being raced?
Leisure
Racing
6.
Have you experienced any problems with the frame or lugs as reported by owners in the early 90s?
yes
no
7.
If yes, what was the location and type of problem? (Provide as much information as possible including what action was taken after discovering the problem)
8.
Has frame failure resulted in an accident?
Yes
No
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Do you have any other information or advice that may be of use to people who still use these frames?
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Based on your own individual experience, how satisfied are you that your vintage specialized frame is in good and reliable working order?
Very Dissatisfied
Not Satisfied
Neutral
Satisfied
Very Satisfied
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