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Ouch. Soldering the allen key bolts is a great idea though, is there any reason why that wouldn't work?

Including Ivandaterrible, there are currently 5 dibs. I think I underpriced a bit (damn)!

Yeah, they're external.

Funding my next project, so I'm clearing out the following. All items can be collected from Fulham, or possibly near Liverpool St. Dibs to be followed by PM please.
More pictures can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/59424694@N08/sets/72157625915677065/

1. 48t Velosolo 1/8th 144 bcd chainring. Almost new. £20 SOLD
   
2. 42t Ofmega 3/32 144 bcd chainring. Used but lots of life left. £7
   
   

1. Shimano 600 dual pivot front brake. £15 SOLD
   
   

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1. Dia Compe clamp on brake for round forks. £28 SOLD
   
   

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1. Campagnolo Strada 170 cranks + crank and chainring bolts. 144 bcd.
   They've been 'adapted' to run with one chainring. Not a pretty job, but you don't see it when they're on. In great condition otherwise. Threads and tapers are all perfect. A cheap man's Pista cranks. £40 SOLD
   
   

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1. Look Ergostem. For 1" threaded. In great condition, except for the bolts which have some minor surface discolouring. £55 SOLD
   
   

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1. Alpina carbon track fork. 243mm of steerer. Great condition. £40 SOLD
   
   

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1. Giant Mark Burrows No. 1 aero carbon seatpost. 27.2 Great condition except for obvious clamping marks. Usable for 140mm to 165mm of visible seatpost. £25 SOLD
   
   

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1. ITM Time Trial Levers, brand new in box. £10 SOLD
   
2. Modolo aero levers, mint condition. £20 SOLD
   
   

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1. Random drop handlebars. 25.4 I think. 42cm £8
   
   

1. 3T Ergonova handlebars, 40cm c-c. Great condition, except for the usual clamping marks (hidden when fitted). £35
   
   

1. MKS Chaintug, for 5mm dropouts. Like below but with allen key fixing £8
   
   

To the best of my knowledge, this frame was made by Neil Orrell in the 80's from 531c tubing. The previous owner said he had it resprayed by Steve Goff a few years ago. I've heard that a phone call to Neil Orrell (who is still making frames) with the serial number could reveal its history, although I haven't contacted him yet myself.
Quite light, and surprisingly stiff for a steel frame of this size, it's been one of my favourites to ride.
It's been used mostly on the track, never crashed. I've used it on the road to and from Herne Hill with a clamp on brake, although due to the tight clearances the front wheel can brush the frame if you slam the brake on. The paint is acceptable, just a few scrapes which I've photographed. I'd like £200, although open to offers.

Top tube: 57cm c-c.
Seat tube: 57cm c-c.
Seatpost: 27.0
531c tubing. Not drilled for brakes.
Includes Stronglight headset and Shimano bottom bracket.
Dibs to be followed by a PM please.

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This is full of awesomeness.

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This is Minty, my 2 year old Golden Retriever. She's an absolute diva. I call her Prima Dogga.

Donated. Also, bump.

Good luck. Your best bet is to set an eBay search for 'aero gran brake' and have it email you when it gets a hit.

Any updates on the Hinde? And how's the belt project going?

Lovely bike! Potential dibs, pending some details. PMing.

Funny, I ride King's Road everyday and also feel like it's one of the safer routes. The traffic isn't manically fast or unpredictable. Obviously a dangerous illusion.

Does training start again first weekend of March?

If a 54 tt is too big for you then I think definitely the 56. Although the top tube on that is a bit longer. According to the charge geo, a medium plug is 545 tt, and a 56 track champ is 558. If you put a 100mm (or shorter) stem on it that'd shorten the reach by 7mm and might make it a bit more comfy.

That looks great! I don't get why they put such a stupid paint job on it in the first place. They'd sell loads if it looked like that.

Are you sure you want this frame for commuting? I ride mine on the road sometimes and it's very harsh. Plus you'll need to buy some drilled forks to fit a brake.
Do you have a frame that fits you well now? If so, measure it and work out the best size that way.

I wasn't keen on the paintjob though, so re-painted mine in my club colours.

spagettihoops, do you have a picture? I've always hated the paint on these. Looks like a French flag.

The top tube length is the vital part really. I have long arms and like being quite far forward over the BB, so need the larger frame + a long stem to get the right reach.
I think if the bike is going to be track specific, then it's generally best to get the smallest size that will fit you with a long seatpost and stem. Maybe the 56 would work for that as it does for gizmond.
As far as a larger frame being more 'comfy', my 60cm is still stiffer and more responsive than any smaller frames I've ridden. By no means a comfortable ride off the track.
Will it be set up for the track?

I'm 6'1, 34 inside leg and mine is a 60cm frame which fits me nicely with. Definitely not too big. Don't forget the frames are measured centre to top. (I'd be inclined to say the 58 is likely to fit you better).

Any updates on this ebenzo?

Very nice paint job on the blue one. Who painted it and where did they get the white decals?

Bargain, someone buy this. I would but I'm a giffafe.

How much are you looking to get for the Mercian, forms?

Many of the Barclays Hire stations will be closed for NYE apparently.
http://www.tfl.gov.uk/gettingaround/13658.aspx#Barclays_Cycle_Hire

Think that's gunna be a smidge too big, as I'll be stuck if I ever want to drop it down a few mm.
The search goes on...