Many of you have taken advantage of our nationwide demo program. Whether it was for a bike, a wheelset, or a saddle kit, we've shipped out nearly a thousand demo orders in the last year. 'Try before you buy' is something our customers have shown a great enthusiasm for. Given the wide range of products we've made available for our customers to demo, it comes as no surprise to us now -- at the end of the season -- that we're understocked in some items and overstocked in others. This Pinarello Paris Carbon frameset is identical to what Caisse d'Epargne rode in the 2007 Tour de France. We've equipped these frames with SRAM Force component packages. Other highlights include Mavic Aksium clincher wheels, a FSA handlebar, stem, and saddle, plus Michelin Lithion Clincher tires. The only thing you need to add is a set of pedals and you're ready for a day at the races. Since the handful of demo bikes we're selling are surplus from our demo program, we can offer them at a breathtaking savings. You're paying literally thousands of dollars less than what it would cost new. Even though these bikes come from our demo fleet, they're in stellar condition. Keep in mind, our demo bike fleet is our most important sales tool, so these bikes were lavished with care. In most cases, there is -- at most -- only minimal cosmetic wear & tear from normal usage, and the drivetrains are immaculate save the scant mileage put on them. We can assure you that you'll be thrilled with the condition of what you'll get. You'll see a downtube decal on the Paris that reads "Carbon 46HM3K." The key here is the number 46. This signifies that the carbon used can withstand a pulling force of 46 tons per square mm. The F4:13 is made from 30 ton per square mm carbon. This "elongation factor" speaks directly to the weight and to the ride characteristics of a bike. The quality of the 46HM carbon allows Pinarello to use less material in building a frame with optimum stiffness and durability. You can build a frame of equal stiffness and durability from 30HM carbon, but it requires more material so it'll weigh a bit more. This is the central reason why a medium sized Paris Carbon will weigh in at 950g, but an F4:13 is more in the realm of 1100g. The "3K" designation specifies the finish of the frame itself. The Paris' 3K finish means that each visible square of material contains 3 carbon "strands". The analogy between carbon fiber and expensive dress shirts is useful here -- the more tightly you weave a fabric, the higher its quality. According to Pinarello the tighter weave goes beyond aesthetic concerns. A more tightly woven carbon provides superior strength -- again, allowing the builder to use less material -- one more reason why the Paris weighs so little. Our selection is limited to our on-hand surplus inventory. As the original purchaser of this bike, you will receive full manufacturer warranty coverage from Pinarello, SRAM, and Mavic. Paris Carbon/SRAM Demo Bike Price: $3299.99 (Was $6400.00)
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