Originally Posted by
daverup
Yes!
I'm looking forward to hearing more about this one. I've got some Shimano Tri-Color group stuff that could work with that one, if that interests you.
My Ultima was a 76 and originally equipped with Tubulars. I used 27" clinchers and the clearances are tight. 700c might be a better size.
700c definitely clears bigger tires, but the caliper choice is key. I found that out when I started (and abandoned) the build of mine.
Also, the chainstay angles are a bit wonky for some reason and you have to get the chainrings as tight to the chainstay as you can to clear the front derailleur.
Could have just been me and choices of front derailleur, but it was a bit of a challenge.
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