Originally Posted by chalkdusty
In that perfect world....
I think your wheelbase theory, along with the tube angles, are the answer to my problem. I took a look at the 7700. Not sure that my back would tolerate the aluminum frame though. I've noticed lately that the steel frames seem to have gone to the high end of pricing. I'll have to sneak a ride on my son's 1500 to compare the feel of the ride.
I have only tried the no hands approach on downhills, so I have a fair amount of speed going for me (18-23mph). I have been able to ride with one hand without much wobble. I've lifted the hand off a few inches and the wobble is prominent. I've not noticed any angle to the handlebars in relation to the wheel/frame.
I've also noticed that I can not stand in the pedals on this bike to attack any hills. The bike just wants to lay down when I attempt this. Very unsettling.
I have a 2005 Tourmalet and can ride no hands for a short distance, but there may be something wrong with your bike as I do not have any problems with hills on mine. In fact I set a PB tonight riding 15miles and averaging 19mph and it had some hills that I had to stand in the pedals on, while they are not big hills where I live, I do like my Lemond and have not noticed any problems.