Re: [CR]What happens to ride quality in old frames?

(Example: Racing:Wayne Stetina)

From: <Philcycles@aol.com>
Date: Sun, 19 May 2002 16:49:32 EDT
Subject: Re: [CR]What happens to ride quality in old frames?
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org


In a message dated 5/19/02 12:37:47 PM, MEaton@hineshort.com writes:

<< Now I use newer bikes as my regular rides, but since the Italvega was my

only bike for a long time and I can't really determine objectively what

happens to an aging steel frame, does the ride characteristic become softer

and more noodle-like, or harsher and brittle? Is some rust a determining

factor in its characteristics? Does anyone have the scoop on what to expect

with old frames? I'm not going for the original restoration but, sort of a

hybrid thereof. >>

I'm going to assume that you live in the Bay Area so just look out at any of the bridges that span the Bay. Do any of them look soft or noodly? Has any restriction been placed on them due to decreased strength? Guess what, they're made of steel. Your Italvega will ride fine. Phil Brown Resisting the temptation to be Jobstian in NoHo, Ca