Thanks for your reply JYB,
Originally Posted by
JunkYardBike
The top tube to seat post dimensions may be a problem (see the previous post with dimensions chart).
I went with a 58cm because even in that size, it's more top tube than I wanted. The 60cm frame has a 61cm top tube, the 58cm frame nearly 60cm.
According to that calculator, the top tube length would be ideal. I measured about 78cm from the center of my BB to the seat rails (I assume you measured to the top of the saddle), so I'm guessing I would have about the same amount of seatpost showing you do. I wouldn't cut the steer tube until I was positive I needed to.
Thanks for the insight about the brakes. I was planning on cantis rather than V brakes so I don't need to get a travel agent, but I wonder now if I might be better off because of the chatter you mention.
The derailer advice is great too.
Thanks.