[CR]Lurker's Cirque impressions

(Example: Racing)

To: Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Date: Sun, 04 May 2003 22:49:54 -0500
From: Greg Brooks <gregb51@lycos.com>
Organization: Lycos Mail (http://www.mail.lycos.com:80)
Subject: [CR]Lurker's Cirque impressions

Hey all, Okay, what do I do now? I arrived at the Cirque for the first time Friday with some money burning a hole in my pocket with which to order my first custom frame. I was all set to approach framemaker #1 and plunk down my deposit. He graciously answered all my dumb questions. While talking with him I noticed framemaker #2 ten feet away & decided I might as well ask him a bunch of ignorant questions too before plunking down my money. Well, this went on for another 3 or 4 framebuilders. How in the world do you choose between so many excellent craftsmen? I think it was totally mean-spirited of Dale to have such an elite group of keepers-of-the-flame gathered in one spot! I hold him completely responsible for my predicament.
     Other than that one glich, I totally O.D.ed on all the great bikes & great people. I learned more about my own bikes on Friday than I did all the rest of the time I've had them. I think the conversations during the rides were a favorite for me. Well, that's my 2cents worth. Thanks to everyone involved(especially Dale)Greg Brooks,Ridgetop,TN