Old 03-23-09 | 06:24 PM
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Bikes: Kent GMC Denali 19"

Yeah, that's what I meant, I can't get it because it won't fit me.

I want an undersized "short wheel base" frame, Like the Univega, it is 48 cm (I ride 49/50), and it fits really well, feels really quick and nimble when i tested it with some spare parts..

I'd just get regular sized cranks and put my seat up super high.

I ultimately want an Aluminum frame.. But yeah.. modern aluminum road bike frames won't do because of the Vertical dropouts and it would be dangerous to ride competitively (and I think vert drops are disallowed in velodromes).

I like the current frame I have, it's nice and tidy, and it has a straight top bar when my fork and wheels are fitted. (I used the wheels from the Denali for a test fit, but I still need to get a wheel set. I am just not really sure..

Will steel frames be stiff enough for regular bashing/hard sprinting/explosive sprint climbing? I am used to the "jarring" ride of Alu, and I love it. I heard about how Steel is a bit flimsy, I don't know if I can convert after riding/falling in love with Aluminum.

Or is there not much of a difference? And it wouldn't matter that much? IE.. full carbon frames don't feel that sporty to me, I tested a Madone, and it is too frickin soft.

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