We are doing a long term test of Campagnolo Record 11 and in order to do that, we have built up a Scapin LTD SL as our test bike. Over the next weeks, we will put the groupset through it paces out on the road. Take a look at the freshly built bike, a full review is on its way.

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The Scapin LTD SL is a climbing thoroughbred. The frameset is completed with the Campagnolo Record 11 groupset and Campagnolo Bora One 50 carbon tubulars.

Scapin was founded in 1957 by Umberto Scapin in Italy. The LTD SL is a limited edition frame with only 20 units currently available worldwide.

This Scapin is built up with the Campagnolo Record 11 mechanical groupset. The groups striking Italian aesthetic compliments the frame nicely.

A mid-compact 52-36 chainset is used to propel the bike. The carbon crank and arms feature Campagnolo’s Ultra-Hollow technology for lightness and strength.

The Record 11 rear derailleur has a carbon fiber front and cage plate with the body built from aluminum that moves smoothly over the 11/27 rear-cassette.

The Record brakes are beautifully sculpted and feel powerful.

The Bora One 50 rear wheel is striking with gum sidewall tires. The braking surface on the wheelset uses a 3Diamant finish. The front is laced radially, while the rear wheel is laced with 21 spokes in Campagnolo’s G3 pattern with external nipples.

The Bora One 50 front wheel has a smaller hub that is meant to be more aerodynamic and light. The hubs on the Bora One 50 use a cup and cone system with Campagnolo’s USB bearings.

The Record 11’s curvey carbon blades are aesthetically pleasing and ergonomically built.

The Campagnolo shifters allow you to move through more than one gear at the time with use of the lever and the button found on the inside of the hoods.