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Tony Pereira & Ira Ryan 'Continental'

The ‘Continental Bicycle’ comes from the collaborative hands of Ira Ryan and Tony Pereira, involved with the Rapha Continental as builders and riders since its inception. Together, these friends and master-builders bring their passion for riding fast and hard—no matter the conditions—to this Continental bicycle for Rapha.

The Continental frameset will be made from a hand-picked blend of Zona and Spirit tubing from Columbus Steel and will be both lugged and fillet-brazed, reflecting Ira and Tony’s preferred techniques. The Continental is an all-weather, all-terrain, all-the-time steel bicycle fashioned after the steeds ridden by the Rapha Continental riders.

Offered only as a complete bicycle, every component has been purposefully selected after more than five years of riding some of America’s best-kept secrets.

• SRAM Force Drivetrain
• Chris King Headset (available in either black or pink)
• FSA Seatpost, Handlebars and Stem
• DT Swiss Wheels with Chris King Hubs (available in either black or pink)
• Velo Orange Fenders w/Tektro long-reach brakes
• Topeak Pump
• F’zi:k Aliante Saddle
• 25mm Continental GP4000 tires

_{Component spec may change subject to availalbility.}

Add-Ons and Options:
S&S Coupler Package
Rightfully, many view the Continental bicycle as the bike that replaces all others and some have inquired about how best to travel with their bike. The S&S Coupler is the simplest way to fly safely with your bicycle. Coupler Package includes coupler installation, the S&S wrench, and the hard-case travel luggage. Price: $1190

Rapha Seat Pack and Tool Kit
The new Rapha Seat Pack was born out of the Continental. The Pack will come complete with tube, patch kit, levers, and hex keys. Price: $70

Bottle Cages and Bidons
A finishing touch of the King bottle cages, complete with two Rapha Bidons. Price: $60

Timing & Process:
The Continental will be offered twice yearly, with two batches of 50 available for order. The complete bicycle will be delivered to your home approximately 3.5-4 months from the end of the ordering period:

• Order One: Nov 25-Jan 1
  Delivery: May 15.
• Order Two: May 15-Jul 1
  Delivery: October 15.

Go to www.breadwinnercycles.com to buy your Continental bicycle.

Price:
Complete bicycle @ $5250 + shipping

Please note: Prices do not include import tax and duty which will vary by country.