Back in the '70s' my rides were a PX-10 followed by a Woodrup road frame, both Reynolds with the tighter fork bend near the bottom. I envied the Italian Columbus tubed frames with the fork bend that had that gentle bend that took up much of the fork blade. It looked more elegant staring down from the handlebars. Columbus was known for it firm ride with its larger diameter thinner walled tubing and Reynolds for its supple ride. By the time I got my Colnago (used), I no longer owned a Reynolds frame for comparison, but I suppose the fork rakes may have contributed to Reynolds tubing being described as more supple. I'd be curious of others opinions.
Dan Artley
Parkton, Maryland