I gave up performance in order to gain comfort and style after my mid 30s, and Linus has been a strong source of influence on my bikes (i.e., my road bike conversions and CL restorations)

This is what I was riding, before it got stolen on June 27th. Very influenced by the Gaston.



If you ever feel the need for speed, consider converting an older touring or even a more relaxed road. Craigslist, $200 + $200 on upgrades can give you a $1000+ experience