Paramount seems a better choice over GF, based on all o' opinions/insights.
will procrastinate a bit for awhile as the frame doesn't look go away soon w that price. taking a chance.
quick questionaire generic here:
if i ride 20 - 21" road, what should be the right size equivalent in olde 'vintage' mtb world (circa '80 - '90 ish)? 18 - 19" ?