Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Measure Twice...



and cut the check once.

Alas, my initial fixie build is complete but I cannot ride it. After careful consideration, searching and loads of time and parts investigation, it is too big for me! You might say "Ebayer Beware" but I was very careful with the selection of my '79 Raleigh Grand Prix frame. I researched, measured, even got caught with a book between my legs against a wall. Long story. Anyway, best I can figure the vintage geometry is taller than todays sizing. Or I am shrinking. In any event 53cm on the old Raleigh versus today equates to about an inch difference. Or ruptured gonads. Either way, it won't work.

So, I hope you enjoy the attache pictures as much as I enjoyed the build and the research. All the bits will be saved and used on my next build. The search is on for a 50cm frame of similar linage. Drop me a note if you have any leads on one, I have left over paint:)

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1 comment:

Travis said...

I think I'm the one that needs a minute alone now, that thing is NICE looking.

Or as ya'll say down there, it's purdy.