In a message dated 6/23/2002 6:59:17 PM Eastern Daylight Time, whiteknight@adelphia.net writes:
> For me, getting a newer bike is both not necessary and not a realistic
> option. I have very long legs (I'm 6'4" with a 36" inseam) which is
> what led me to buy the Jack Taylor frame in the first place. It is a
> true 26" frame
> which would be what, about a 66cm frame in today's sizing? Where would
> I get one of those without going to a custom frame builder and spending
> a fortune? And besides, everything I hear, including on the CR list,
> suggests my Jack Taylor Reynolds 531 double-butted steel frame with
> Nervex lugs and campy
> drop-outs is every bit as good as I could buy today for the kind of
> touring and distance riding I do.
>
Welcome to the list David. The larger frames are out there. Don't know your toptube requirements, but if you can get by with 58-59cm it seems 70's-80's Raleighs and Schwinns fit the bill. Sooner or later you'll see something for sale, be tempted and there you go. Check either here, yard sales, flea markets, bike shops (get friendly with one that takes trade-ins); or ebay, if your not squeamish about having a frame shipped.
Pete Geurds
Douglassville, PA