I may be jumping the gun a little here, but I'm starting the search for a bike/frame that would be appropriate for randonneuring (fast, light touring). My preferences are lightweight lugged steel, 54-56 cm, with two or three bottle fittings, eyelets and mounting bosses for a rack and fenders. Additional braze-ons for cantilever brakes, holding spokes and lamp fittings would give additional consideration, as would a particularly distinctive frame, or one from a small builder/shop.

I don't think I'll actually be in a position to make a move on this for about another month, but I anticipate I will not have to limit myself to extreme penny-pinching (my usual mo) on this one. If you happen to come across something that fits the bill, please run it by me - even if it's lacking in one or two of the criteria I've mentioned (not flexible on the size or eyelets though).

fwiw - I've made a goal for myself to start formal randonneuring, and presently, the most suitable bikes I have for this are a Miyata 210 (which rides very nicely, but is a bit larger and heavier than what I'd prefer), and a Trek 830 MTB - which despite the size and fittings, is also a tad heavy, and not what I'd prefer to use.

Please, even if you're far away, PM me with candidates.

Thanks,

Z