Hello folks,

As I mentioned briefly in a couple of other conversations, in early summer 2015 I was involved in a hit-and-run accident that ruined the frame and rims on my lovely Centurion Pro-Tour circa 1979. It was equipped with first generation Suntour Cyclone derailleurs, Suntour bar-end shifters, cantilever brake calipers and all of the goodies associated with a fine touring bike.

By late autumn I hope to rebuild most of the components onto another frame so that I can take my first solo tour. I plan to ride light and travel for five days through the flatlands of Central California and perhaps repeat the feat again next Spring. With this particular tour in mind, I seek suggestions for proper replacement frames to keep an eye out for. I am budget-minded and would like to replace the frame and wheels for less than $500 and retain as many of the Centurion's components as possible. I may even consider using the original hubs and building new wheels around them. I would also not be against switching to 650B.

The Centurion was actually a bit small for me at 58cm c-c, as I comfortably ride a 61cm on a regular basis.

Thanks for your help!