Originally Posted by ZulloMaster

Thanks for your help. I'll test the Lemond out in the CO mountains in the next few days.

I have a carbon Giant TCR Advanced for my "fast" rides, and a 29er Giant for fun days.

I just want a steel bike and I think most of you understand this weird obsession. lol. The Lemond has a longer wheelbase than my Giant, and I do like a longer top-tube. I'm only 5 ft 10 and I ride a Giant M/L with a 120 stem. Maybe a little flexible due to riding a fair bit. I actually like the longer chain stay on the Lemond, at least on paper. My 29er has a longer chain stay and it fits my riding style. I can't do a standover of more than 31.25 inches, and so it does eliminate many older steel frames.

I am still looking for a ride that matched the descent confortability (maybe i just made up this word) of a 1991 Zullo Tour I rode for 400 miles. It was 21 lbs. The Lemond is likely near 20. I'm hoping I don't notice the difference in tubing (spirit versus 853) and of course wheels play a big role.

Thanks for noting the Merckx century...I'll google that now.