Monday, August 25, 2008

The Build

I built it up to see if, and where I need to add stability. My First impression was the feeling of an old Vitus, or Alan Duraluminum frame. It's got some flexability. I might do something stabilize the head tube. It flexes a lot when I put on the front break. Enough that it concerns me so you know it's a lot. A lot if this has to do with the top tubes both diameter and their length.
I relaxed the head tube to 71 degrees. This is the straightest riding bicycle I've ever ridden. It's not a problem to take your hands off the bars.

I like the way it looks and so does everbody who sees it give it a double take. Even if they don't know anything about bicycles. They know something is wrong, but not quite sure what.


It's different, but thats the point. I'm not sure what color to paint it. Although it seems I might not be done. Another morning ride will help me decide.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

THIS COULD BE THE OFFICIAL OFF SEASON TEAM BIKE.

Anonymous said...

What is the chain stay length? It looks like the rear tire is right next to the seat tube.

Lewass

dmar836 said...

How about a tubular gusset behind the head tube?

The Angry Coder said...

That looks awesome! Good work!