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From the website:
"We also know that frames in generic sizes are often (if not mostly) unhappy compromises for the end user, either resulting in discomfort, loss of power, or having to compensate with componentry (longer/shorter stem, offset seat pins etc..)"
I thought that was interesting as most of the talbot builds appear to have inline posts whereas other builders (Rourke especially) and Pegoretti for example favour the use of setback seatposts. (more power through the pedals and less weight through the bars?)
The build does look great and the owner says it fits really well but it does look like the rider would be in a position that puts a lot of weight through the bars.
(not a criticism - just an observation!)