Re: [CR]Georgena Terry Question

(Example: Production Builders:Peugeot)

Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2006 22:00:00 -0500
From: "John Thompson" <JohnThompson@new.rr.com>
Organization: The Crimson Permanent Assurance
To: Classic Rendezvous <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: Re: [CR]Georgena Terry Question
References: <20060617000756.35371.qmail@web52513.mail.yahoo.com>
In-Reply-To: <20060617000756.35371.qmail@web52513.mail.yahoo.com>


Don Wilson wrote:
> What frame dimensions does she alter to fit women
> better?

The most significant changes she made were proportioning frames for smaller-than-most-male bodies by using smaller front wheels and shorter top tubes. The newer frames seem to use the now more readily available 650B wheels front and rear for smaller sizes.
> Did she make any women's frames for a 5'11" woman?

A 5'11" woman would likely be able to use a standard frame without problems.
> Is she still in business?

Yes, indeed: http://www.terrybicycles.com
> If not, is any other frame builder claiming skill in
> fitting frames to women?

Any custom builder ought to be able to accommodate a woman's frame needs.

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John (john@os2.dhs.org)
Appleton WI USA