Originally Posted by 2002psm
thanks for your replies guys.
say i'm ~165lbs and i don't race, just club/group rides and few centuries do you think i should settle for just the straight gauge? is there a difference on ride quality?
For someone like you I'd say try to find a Litespeed Classic. It uses straight gauge tubes which are shaped to resist stresses where appropriate. Key thing is the moderate 1-3/8" down tube which is not overly large - good for ride quality.
Hope this helps.