In a message dated 22/12/04 20:35:18 GMT Standard Time,
jason_moore@fastmail.fm writes:
> So my conundrum is this, should I
> sell this frame to someone who it would fit better and would get better
> use from it, or go ahead with my restoration as originally planned? I
> would love to build this bike up and ride it, but I'm afraid it will be
> so far out of whack that I won't be comfortable riding it.
The simple solution to this conundrum is to build it up with whatever bits you can lay your hands on prior to restoration and try it out. If you are happy with the fit and feel after trying different stem lengths and/or saddle positions, go ahead and restore. If not, pass it on. As a matter of principle, I would say that it is pretty silly to restore any frame for personal use without trying it - making sure that it tracks properly and feels good.
Hugh Thornton
Cheshire, England