Originally Posted by Ronsonic

I have no idea how much you weigh or how tall you are, but if you are anywhere near normal size then a guy 6" taller and 70# heavier is pretty damn big. Since we do not yet have enough years of carbon behind us to know how long it will last, and the frame is over 20 years old already... I wouldn't say he was being unreasonable. Over cautious maybe, but not unreasonable.

One huge Fred stomping on a small gear uphill is exerting more force on the frame than a pro sprinter. And we can count on that pro to land gently off of curbs and not stomp the landing.

Campy only rates their components for road use by riders under 185 pounds. I'm a lot heavier than that and ride cross with the stuff but they do know their gear.

If someone declines to take your money, I'd usually take his word for it.