Originally Posted by carleton's doppleganger

My dearest Noob,

Stop trolling dumpsters, thrift stores, garage sales, and your friend's and family's basements for "vintage" bikes. Yes, there are gems out there. But, I can't seem to score any because you keep getting to them first.

Buy a Pista so you can be like me. Then, and only then, after you have experienced the power of a modern Bianchi, will I give you permission to attempt a conversion. Oh course, you will have to pass a test that I have spent 2 hours carefully crafting. I will post it on BikeForums.net at the appropriate time.

Love,
C