You're ^ right, they are not swallowing the c&v koolaid, I thought it was interesting all those threads popped up though.
I would consider thinning my vintage herd for a modern custom steel bike - but not one that costs $$$$.
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1989 Schwinn Paramount OS
1980 Mclean/Silk Hope Sport Touring
1983 Bianchi pista
1976 Fuji Feather track
1979 raleigh track
"I've consulted my sources and I'm pretty sure your derailleur does not exist"