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On test: LeMond Victoire, January 18, 2008

The sleek and sexy LeMond Victoire.
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The top tube on the LeMond continues smoothly
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Smooth lines continue on the front end
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A Dura-Ace drivetrain throughout
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The Bontrager fork mates a carbon fiber crown and steerer
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The nice wide mono-stay
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Plenty of carbon goes into the bottom bracket area
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Steering control is provided by the Bontager Race X Lite bar and stem.
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Carbon stays end with aluminum dropouts.
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The relatively slender seat stays on the Victoire
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The seat stays' shape helps keep things comfy
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The integrated headset keeps things streamlined.
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The sleek looking Bontrager Race X Lite hubs
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The Bontrager Race X Lite slicks held up well through testing.
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Radial spokes on the non-drive side keep the wheel stiff
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Carbon fiber spacers fill in the gap
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A Bontrager carbon seatpost and titanium railed saddle
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