I’m so glad it arrived in one piece, and that you’re digging the ride! Does my
heart good to see a frame on the road instead of on my wall. Time to take the
Homer out!
Reid in Austin
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that's a great looking bike! congrats! it is exactly what I would have
suggested in the first place also. Lots of older, nice riding frames with
clearance for bigger tires.
best, Greg
On Friday, July 17, 2020 at 1:22:56 PM UTC-7, Andrew Turner wrote:
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> First ride report for the FW Evans
On Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 1:19:47 PM UTC-7, Brady Smith wrote:
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> If you decide low trail is what you want, you might consider the Soma
> Grand Randonneur. Designed by the Boulder Bicycle people, but way, way
> cheaper than their All-Road.…
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…not to mention that Boulder Bicycle had kinda
The thread can't close until you post photos and ride report
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Time to go buy a lottery ticket while your luck is hot.
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The search has come to an end. Ironically, the person I bought the BMC
monster cross frame from messaged me with an offer I couldn't refuse. It's
a like-new 90's FW Evans with sport touring geometry, 531 lugged steel,
canti-brakes, and accommodations for racks + fenders. As long as it arrives
Poor Andrew,
Are you confused yet Bucko? As you can see, this subject is just rife
with opinion and subjectivity (and fun). We could go on for days. I
realized I misinterpreted your original post and needs, so I'm gonna say go
with Paul's suggestion #1. Get out there and test the field as
I have a 1974 Motobecane Grand Record frame 60cm. Full 531. Takes 38mm
tires and will easily take 35 and fenders. Paint is a bit rough but if you
have an interest let me know and I will send pictures.
On Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 9:48:32 PM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote:
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> I thought some years
I thought some years RB-1s maxed out at about 28mm tires, though I could be
wrong. I think the issue would be the bottom of the brake calipers. But
maybe the '93 was one that took wider tires.
While I would agree with Paul that some of the touring frames mentioned
would be a bit portly, a
I agree with this advice. I would add: Rivendell Rambouillet and A Homer
Hilsen. Somewhat rare, but they do turn up every once in a while on eBay
and craigslist. They are not front load oriented, but you said a saddlebag
might be OK, so I think they are worth considering. For what it's worth, I
Thank you all for the incredible information. I really do appreciate the
time spent on my hunt for a glass hammer! Iv'e got a couple candidates so
far, one being a local seller with a 93' (same age as me!) RB-1 frameset
and another with a Mercian I'd like to get additional info on. The longer
If you decide low trail is what you want, you might consider the Soma Grand
Randonneur. Designed by the Boulder Bicycle people, but way, way cheaper
than their All-Road. If I had funds for a third bike, it would probably be
the one I'd choose.
On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:06:09 PM UTC-4,
I would add the Rawland Nordavinden to your list. It meets every one of
your criteria (except tigged frame) and its standard diameter thinwall
tubing would complement your light weight. It's low trail though, so as
Paul said, it's important to know your preferences. I eventually decided
low
My retentiveness is having issues with how wide you're throwing your net,
especially regarding handling, and where you want to put your weight. I
wouldn't want to drop serious $$$ into a frame meant for long-distance
comfort and handling till I knew what geometry works best for me.
My base
Oops, one more and I promise to stop Shopping Vicariously. Just a few past
the Bob Jackson is a Trek 620. Still overpriced in my view (though again,
if you use it, it's still cheaper than a new tigged frame and will last at
least as long), but a known geometry.
Trek 520's, 620's, 720's. Of
I just looked at a few of the close ups, this one probably sports a bit too
much patina for the price. (Though it certainly wouldn't put me off if I
could get a better deal on it, or if I knew it would be a keeper.) Happy
hunting!
On Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 2:40:33 PM UTC-4, Mark Roland
Go vintage. Can't go wrong in frame design but finish is dicey. Paramount
P15 or one of the Japanese classics like a Miyata 1000 or Centurion
ProTour. English from 60's. 70's would thrill you. You'd love a Holdsworth
Mistral. Trek 520's, 620's, 720's. Of course, locating one of these gems
I'd suggest a right sized roadini, note the latest email says they are
going to start letting buyers take care of frame prep and headset install,
either themselves or via a shop they trust.
Or a Black Mountain Cycles Road. Heck of a good value for your $.
Were I buying new with your priorities
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