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@JWestland
The bike build bug is itching again. Next: A fixed wheel for street use.
After building a 1978 Ciocc from frame bought on LFGSS (see my profile for pic) I am looking for a more modern frame for the next build.
Size: The Ciocc is 49.5x51, gives me about an inch standover. I'd say 51/52 is perfect, 53 TT also OK, 52 square (or equivalent) may be too high though depends on geo of course. I am 5"5' with longish arms/leg.
Material: Steel. No gas pipe as then it's no lighter than Hob...
Condition: Scratches etc. fine, no big dents or cracks please.
Geometry: Can be tight as long as it doesn't need special expensive tires. Roads here eat tires unfortunately. Some toe overlap OK. A lo-pro or TT frame is also perfectly fine.
Build thread on here for everybody to have An Opinion :)
Budget: Shall we say £200 and willing to stretch for the right frame. Beans on toast, here we come!