Originally Posted by
cny-bikeman
I'm sorry, but if you are a terrible mechanic and don't know BB terminology you may have just begun a headache in buying a new frame. There are many compatibility issues to consider when purchasing or moving components, and building a bike from the frame up is something I would recommend only for someone who has very specific needs (gained from riding, not from reading magazines) access to wholesale parts prices, or who is more concerned about bragging rights than performance. If you can afford a Cervelo P2 I would recommend hiring a shop to consult with you on the best bike for whatever purpose you intend, substituting some parts as needed.
I have an excellent mechanic who does all my work for me, it was just too late to call him with the question. I appreciate you elitism though, my ability to pick a frame has nothing to do with my mechanic abilities.