In a message dated 6/29/05 6:31:50 PM, biankita@earthlink.net writes:
>Rationally, it doesn't seem that 230 lbs is that different from 160,
>and that these bikes had a built in ability to take the extra weight as
>part of the original design. The question is then,,, Were these old
>lightweight bikes with Columbus tubing and the like built to take the
>extra stress of a heavier rider?
>
Two seperate issues. I weigh 218, most of my bikes are FW spaced 130, no
bent axles ever. But a really lightweight frame is unlikely to be satisfactory
for a heavy rider. I like a heavy down tube, cast shell and medium or heavy
chain stays.
Phil Brown
Worked with wood, not metal today in San Rafael, Calif.