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@Hairingtons
I am looking at getting a new fixed/ss, but I find myself dithering a lot about whether to just buy one from a decent shop, or to find a good frame and then attempt a build.
My first question is what kinda frame to keep an eye out for if I was gonna try to build one up.
For example these two are currently listed on lfgss
http://www.lfgss.com/thread101230.html
And
http://www.lfgss.com/thread100799.html
Do I go nice retro steel frame or for a similar price, something like a Leader Heritage?
Obviously a lot of this stuff comes down to personal taste, but just posting to see what experiences people have had, or what preferences you've got, or if there's pros & cons to be pointed out.
I've been riding fixed for about 5 years, road bikes since about '95, but I was never very mechanically minded. I just rode the beasts. So any opinions/insights welcome.
Cheers
Paul