Vintage 1997 Merlin road bike for sale by original owner. Frame remains in near-mint condition. All components replaced about 10 years ago. Dura-Ace drivetrain with 53/39 chainrings, 10 speed 12-28 cogset. External bottom bracket for added stiffness. Alpha Q fork with titanium stem and carbon blades. Mavic wheelset. Titanium bottle cages and wheel skewers. Look pedals. New handlebar and stem. Chain and cogset replaced regularly. Weighs in at about 19 pounds. Lovingly ridden and maintained, but I now need lower gearing. $1,200 OBO. Meet up either in Sacramento or Lake Tahoe.