Road Cycling - Building a Zurich

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Guillermo
08-04-02, 08:08 PM
I just bought a LeMond Zurich frame on eBay, and plan to build it as a commuter.

My favorite colors, Maize and Blue :D

Does anyone have recommendations on componentry, particularly durable wheelsets?

Am I obsessed yet?

nikos
08-05-02, 10:53 AM
Was that the frameset that was just finished Sunday? What did you end up getting it for. Im in the market for the same frameset. Looks great.
Guillermo
08-05-02, 11:00 AM
yes it ended last night - I got it for $ 315. You ride a 53/55 or so right? I believe I saw one on eBay recently in that size range...

nikos
08-05-02, 11:28 AM
There is a full Zurich on Ebay in 57cm, Im 5'10 - do you think thats to much size?
Guillermo
08-05-02, 11:33 AM
yes, it probably is. I am 6' 1" and take a 57. But there is a full 55 and a full 53 on eBay right now also! I think the 53 was going for a good price. Check the geometry at LeMond's site: their top tubes are characteristically a little longer than most. They probably suit people better with longer torsos and proportionally shorter legs.

The 53 has a 54.5 c-c top tube, and a 78.4 standover height.

The 55 has a 56.6 c-c top tube, and a 80.3 standover height.

If you're not sure what size would fit you best, you could try the fit system at wrenchscience or airborne.net might have theirs online. Measuring your inseam and torso & arm length will give you a simple idea of tube lengths.

Good Luck :beer:

Dax