Here is a typical example of a model from the second half of the 1970s, a period which experienced a huge production level increase. This bicycle was purchased from the original owner, who used to keep it in his garage for over 30 years. Major changes are the cutout shapes in fork tang reinforcements, decal design and brazed on cable guides. As shown in catalogs, names are now given to different models, differentiated by “Strada” (road) or “Pista” (track) followed by the name of the installed Campagnolo groupset. In this case the group is a first generation Super Record with titanium axles, thus the model “Strada Super Record Titanio“. In these years De Rosa started to use 3ttt products. Brakes levers remain Nuovo Record with cutouts and pantographed name. The bottom bracket shell returns to four oval holes, however different variations can be found, especially a large central heart. Subsequently, simpler bottom shells will be used.
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