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Old 07-02-12 | 06:32 AM
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chas58
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So, did you get it? What year? That fork isn't conducive to a front brake, are you planning on riding brakeless?

That is a very stiff frame, and not ideal for the street. I only ride mine on the street if I have an ultra clean route. That stiff frame can will beat the cr*p out of you. You can do it, but the rake of the front fork is not conducive to any bumps, and the responsive acceleration comes from a rear triangle that is as stiff as possible. That means every minor imperfection in the road will go straight to your spine. It’s not very pleasant on the road. I ride mine about 80% on the track (well, 100% track in season), and on the road tend to ride with 28mm tires at 90psi to put a little compliance into what is a very very stiff ride.
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