Originally Posted by
Ciufalon
I would keep that bike just like it is and just do the minor repairs/upgrades. It is a terrific bike for all sorts of purposes. You could probably find another parts bike for the International. Great find! I'm glad you got something to replace the stolen CC.
I'm with you on this. The Volpe is too nice to cannibalize for parts and as a cross bike is an excellent vintage equivalent for the lost Cross-check. I'd go as far as to say it was a karma gift/replacement. I'd look for a bike with a tweaked frame to cannibalize for the International.