So I've been riding a converted Astra (french) 10 speed for a few months now. The BB has been shot the whol time, but rideable. Today, I went to find out more about replacing it with a YST threadless BB. No go. The BB shell for french threading is the wrong diameter for a threadless to fit. Poo. So, basically, now I need a new frame, and I'm really bummed about it. This frame is nothing special, but it's my frame. I need an old road bike that can handle 27" wheels (I built the rear three times, and I'm not gonna get a new one!) between 55 and 60 cm. And I'm not gonna pay much. Craigslist! Bike Church!