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@Jimmy_Fingers
Razesa steel track frame with the most gorgeous teardrop down tube bought from @Miitch offa the forum. Felt compelled to build it up with the parts bin over the weekend and some bits off a stripped frame waiting for a clear coat. Most of the parts won't be sticking around, have bought this wheelset for it already:
Currently deciding on tyres. Gumwalls? Always look great on black bikes. I also am planning to fit risers with the Jag. I have a clamp on brake and lever for commuting on it (brakeless on the road is not for me, a ruined Benotto pista frame and several scars taught me that). I have been wavering between a Campag Record Pista or Sugino 75 crankset, and am leaning towards the Italian kit. I am also going to change the gearing, as the current 52/19 set out give me a very slack chain without employing a half link. Wanted something more spinney anyway for everyday use. Anyway I built it up because I wanted a swift spin to check the fit/handling and it ended up looking like this:
Most of this will come back off it, at least in time. Any suggestions for the build are welcome. I am also half-tempted to get it restored and painted, being such a lovely, unique looking frame. Just love that over-sized down tube.