Popoki, I've never had the bike fitted professionally, but comparing the frame dimensions to my new road bike (that fits perfectly) I can see that the frame is too tall, and the top tube too long. I could work around some of that with stem sizes, but not much.

Quote Originally Posted by Geonz
If the only part that is keepable isn't quite right... it doesn't sound like it's a keeper.
You've just hit the nail on the head. I guess I just needed to hear someone else say it? Thanks!

Quote Originally Posted by Geonz
Have you ridden newer bikes? There's a lot of good, new technology. You could even get a newer used one.
My main motivation with this is that my new racy bike cannot mount any racks or panniers - when I commute I have to carry everything on my back. And while right now I'm enjoying the lovely spring/summer weather, I'd like to start commuting year round and I'm not sure I want to put the precciousssss through daily winter riding. I think I'll just start trolling craigslist or ebay for newer used touring style bikes.

Thanks guys!