Back in the late '70's I built a full Campy Record bike on an Assenmacher frame. Lately I haven't ridden it much on the road due to escalating traffic and deteriorating road conditions - to say nothing of my aging biological frame, heh. But while I'm still in the ~145# range, I thought I would see what bike styles would be appropriate for short trips (say, to the local WallyWorld / grocery stores) on a reatively robust bike frame.
This is where I would like to ask for recommendations on a new self-build (or kit?) that may suit this requirement. I think I can still handle drop-style handle bars, but man - I don't think I can resist some sort of suspension technology on a new ride! I see springs on darn near everything these days and can definitely see myself succumbing to temptation in that department! Back in the old days - comfort was Verbotten!!!
So... some relatively robust tires (for gravel traction on road shoulders and winter snow emergencies) would be desired as well as potentially a foldable frame for periodic storage in my car's trunk; kinda makes potential escape from remote areas a tad
easier should the auto fail .
Any suggestions or comments?
This is where I would like to ask for recommendations on a new self-build (or kit?) that may suit this requirement. I think I can still handle drop-style handle bars, but man - I don't think I can resist some sort of suspension technology on a new ride! I see springs on darn near everything these days and can definitely see myself succumbing to temptation in that department! Back in the old days - comfort was Verbotten!!!
So... some relatively robust tires (for gravel traction on road shoulders and winter snow emergencies) would be desired as well as potentially a foldable frame for periodic storage in my car's trunk; kinda makes potential escape from remote areas a tad
Any suggestions or comments?