Thank you all for your replies !
Indeed, a P2 Cervelo frame seems to be the best choice. In facts, I have not found many other frames that could do the job...
1. rear facing ends
2. BB is noticely higher on a P2 frame than on other tri frames. I checked once a long time ago but did not pay enough before. Tri Cervelo frames have a 60mm BB drop, while on all the other frames I have found, BB drop is in the 65-75mm range.
It is interesting bc the two Cervelo track frames (T1 and T3) have a 50 or ...a 60mm BB drop (usually track bikes have a 45-55mm BB drop). I guess it could be a problem on steep velodromes but it gives me confidence that I don't have to fear too much pedals hitting the ground when cornering....
The only problem I see is that the rear ends are pretty small compared to track frames, so chain tensioning might be a problem. It means I would have to change chains if I change cogs. I hope the rear ends are long enough so I can use a flip flop hub (fixed/fixed) with a close number of teeth without having to resize or change the chain... I have to to go to a shop and look at the frame to estimate if it is going to work or not.
I already have many fixed gear wheelsets, so I prefer to convert a 120mm axle into a 130mm one than buying new wheels. So no new ENO excentric hub !
And I already use clipless pedals.
I have been riding steel fixed gear bikes for a few years now (I love them) on short and very long distances, not often on the track. I just want a frame that allows me to go faster, without the pain I had to set up a brake on the rear wheel (not drilled = you need a Keirin brake), the absence of for bottles cages and the cable issue... If one day I need gears for a hilly triathlon, having the frame will help a lot !
If you have other frame suggestions, i'll be happy to read them !
I'll post when I have something new.
And again, thank you !!
Indeed, a P2 Cervelo frame seems to be the best choice. In facts, I have not found many other frames that could do the job...
1. rear facing ends
2. BB is noticely higher on a P2 frame than on other tri frames. I checked once a long time ago but did not pay enough before. Tri Cervelo frames have a 60mm BB drop, while on all the other frames I have found, BB drop is in the 65-75mm range.
It is interesting bc the two Cervelo track frames (T1 and T3) have a 50 or ...a 60mm BB drop (usually track bikes have a 45-55mm BB drop). I guess it could be a problem on steep velodromes but it gives me confidence that I don't have to fear too much pedals hitting the ground when cornering....
The only problem I see is that the rear ends are pretty small compared to track frames, so chain tensioning might be a problem. It means I would have to change chains if I change cogs. I hope the rear ends are long enough so I can use a flip flop hub (fixed/fixed) with a close number of teeth without having to resize or change the chain... I have to to go to a shop and look at the frame to estimate if it is going to work or not.
I already have many fixed gear wheelsets, so I prefer to convert a 120mm axle into a 130mm one than buying new wheels. So no new ENO excentric hub !
And I already use clipless pedals.
I have been riding steel fixed gear bikes for a few years now (I love them) on short and very long distances, not often on the track. I just want a frame that allows me to go faster, without the pain I had to set up a brake on the rear wheel (not drilled = you need a Keirin brake), the absence of for bottles cages and the cable issue... If one day I need gears for a hilly triathlon, having the frame will help a lot !
If you have other frame suggestions, i'll be happy to read them !
I'll post when I have something new.
And again, thank you !!
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the slow guy: Aug 5, 10 10:44