OK Duppy - I've been Holding back on the Gardin but here's its history for your records. You are only the second owner/rider of this bike ever (Keith bought it from me just before the shop closed, but he's too big to ride it, right KM?)

I bought it in 1995 from the Gardin shop in Mississauga; it was brand spanky new, hanging on the wall, never ridden. It is a 1980 year vintage. I rode it on the street, the HPR and the Wind-del velodrome for a few seasons.

You are right, it's tight, smooth, fast, and yes be very careful..... you won't lose control but it will give you a rush and a WTF just happened feeling. It should do well at Forest City - ask some of the guys that rode it there.

Good luck and good riding man, and keep that rubber side down and level!