Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 3,006
Likes: 306
From: Hervey Bay, Qld, Australia.
Bikes: Colnago (82, 85, 89, 90, 91, 96, 03), 85 Cinelli, 90 Rossin, 83 Alan, 82 Bianchi, 78 Fountain, 2 x Pinarello, Malvern Star (37), Hillman (70's), 80's Beretto Lo-Pro Track, 80's Kenevans Lo-Pro, Columbus Max (95), DeGrandi (80's) Track.
I to have an ALAN and really enjoy it's ride qualities. It's quite comfortable with the ability to soak-up the bumps and the geometry is still responsive. I would describe the geometry as being neutral.
Does your ALAN have a steel front fork or is it an aluminium fork with the forkcrown that matches the frame lugs?
As for the name on the frame - I'm in favour of the 'original' Belgian decals but, on the other hand, I can't see much wrong with a set of ALAN decals either.
Best of luck with these two projects,
Gary.