Originally Posted by
bikemig
Nice bike. I really like the mix of French parts. I know you wanted to do a weight weenie build but some folks might think 18.5 lbs is pretty light for an old bike . . .
I thought about doing a weight weenie bike, but went with period parts. As you say, 18.5 pounds is light for a period build. I sleep better doing period builds vs. restoration-mods. Though for the record I have one or two!
Thanks for the kind words.