Road Cycling - Newbie Intro and Question

Hello everyone, I am new to this forum and am excited about posting & reading all the stuff on here. I dont want to bore anyone so I'll keep my introduction short. I am 37 years of age and have been riding since I was 11, I am by no means a Pro but ride mostly for fitness reasons. I am Originaly from Liverpool, England but currently live in North Carolina. I have had many bikes, none of them very good and I currently own a Peugoet Carbolite 103. I now, in my old age, want to get a good quality bike and "kick it up a knoch" in my riding. I was given a frame, a few weeks ago by a friend who came across it in a house auction, I am looking to build a bike from it as it seems a good frame and so my question is, is it worth the money buying components for it or should I just buy a really good bike?

The frame is made by Finnpeak (TR01) I have been to their web site and I dont think they make them anymore, I have been to a couple of bike shops here but they either scratch their heads and then try to sell me one of their bikes or they just dont know, I like the idea of building it up over time, (also mostly because of funds) and choosing difference components but if this is not a very good frame, maybe I should just save and buy a whole bike.

I weighed it and it was 3 pounds, I dont know if that is heavy for a road bike frame but it feels light to me :confused:
I will try do get a picture of it if anyone is interested, I think it is beautifull, so I would appreciate any suggestions from the forum on what to do :beer:

Thanks for everyones patience :thumbup:

now, in my old age

You haven't even come close to old age. Lots of us are in our 60's, some in our 70's. Met a guy and his wife riding yesterday who were in their 80's. I think when you are 80 you can legitimately state "now, in my old age."

Welcome. Sorry I can't answer your question, young one!:D

Originally posted by astonv0l
Hello everyone, I am new to this forum and am excited about posting & reading all the stuff on here. I dont want to bore anyone so I'll keep my introduction short. I am 37 years of age and have been riding since I was 11, I am by no means a Pro but ride mostly for fitness reasons. I am Originaly from Liverpool, England but currently live in North Carolina. I have had many bikes, none of them very good and I currently own a Peugoet Carbolite 103. I now, in my old age, want to get a good quality bike and "kick it up a knoch" in my riding. I was given a frame, a few weeks ago by a friend who came across it in a house auction, I am looking to build a bike from it as it seems a good frame and so my question is, is it worth the money buying components for it or should I just buy a really good bike?

The frame is made by Finnpeak (TR01) I have been to their web site and I dont think they make them anymore, I have been to a couple of bike shops here but they either scratch their heads and then try to sell me one of their bikes or they just dont know, I like the idea of building it up over time, (also mostly because of funds) and choosing difference components but if this is not a very good frame, maybe I should just save and buy a whole bike.

I weighed it and it was 3 pounds, I dont know if that is heavy for a road bike frame but it feels light to me :confused:
I will try do get a picture of it if anyone is interested, I think it is beautifull, so I would appreciate any suggestions from the forum on what to do :beer:

Thanks for everyones patience :thumbup:

First off welcome to the forums :beer:

secondly the frame you are asking about actually looks like they are still being made http://www.finnpeakcycle.fi/ Although it may be a more obscure frame maker, it is a custom ride so make sure that the size is correct for you. 3 lbs is about average for a road frame, is it made of steel? lugged? or aluminum? some pics would be great.....


IMHO I think it would be an awesome build if it fits, since it is a obscure frame it will be an instant conversation starter on the road :p

Thanks for your swift reply, It says on the frame, Aluminium 7020, "Double butted Wing"

Where are you in NC, if in or near Raleigh bring it by and I will give you an honest opinion. PM me for directions.