The Flying Gate Frame Has Arrived

[vernon]

Nice paint.

Thank you.

I chose it to match with the orange paint that my Dave Yates frame was covered in when I acquired it. When I unboxed the Yates' frame I was shocked by the brightness but it rapidly grew on me. The same colour suits the Flying Gate too.

 

[alecstilleyedye]

nice, although not keen on the canti brakes lugs. sure to be a head-turner though. hope you enjoy it vern…

 

[vernon]

nice, although not keen on the canti brakes lugs. sure to be a head-turner though. hope you enjoy it vern…

It's a touring frame and the cantis were part of the package. I was going to use the original Mafac cantilevers but as I'd got the frogleggs lying around I though that I'd slap those on instead as they offer greater scope for adjustments.


Can't wait to get it on the road. Just might pop over to Spacycles to get a braze on derailleur. I'm probably doing a DIY Audax tomorrow, I don't anticipate receiving the brake levers until Saturday and I'm off to do a C2C ride on Monday. Cycling has got in the way of cycle related activities.....

 

[vernon]

After a few cock ups by normally reliable local bike shops, my Flying Gate is now ready for the road.

 

[threebikesmcginty]

Really unusual frame there Vernon, in fact so unusual I can't decide if I like the look or not, really like the paint work though - and must've been nice building it up to your spec. Had a ride out yet?

BTW I can tell that it's not flying though - I can see that big black pole holding it up in the air!

 

[stoatsngroats]

BTW I can tell that it's not flying though - I can see that big black pole holding it up in the air!

Sorry - I took this as a challenge.......

I have to say, I really like the frame, it's odd, yet lovely.......like Anneka Rice...

 

[threebikesmcginty]

set me wise!!



geek!

 

[stoatsngroats]

set me wise!!

What does this mean....?

geek!

 

[vernon]

Really unusual frame there Vernon, in fact so unusual I can't decide if I like the look or not, really like the paint work though - and must've been nice building it up to your spec. Had a ride out yet?

BTW I can tell that it's not flying though - I can see that big black pole holding it up in the air!

I've ridden it up and down the street today. It feels quite comfy. It's also lighter than my Dave Yates Audax bike.

I'm looking at doing around 75 miles on it tomorrow.

 

[vernon]

I have to say, I really like the frame, it's odd, yet lovely.......like Anneka Rice...

I was captivated by an original Flying Gate that I saw in 2006 in the cycle museum at Camelford. I just knew that I was destined to have one.

I think it's quite graceful.

 

[dan_bo]

I think it really really nice vern. Give us a shout if you get bored of it......

 

[vernon]

I think it really really nice vern. Give us a shout if you get bored of it......

After today's enjoyable inaugural 80 miles worth of riding - I think that you will have a long wait.

 

[dan_bo]

Is it comfy? quirky?

 

[vernon]

Is it comfy? quirky?

The rigidity of the rear triangle under torsion is noticeable i.e. hills require less effort as less is used to twist the frame.

It is a shorter wheelbase and is accordingly quicker steering.

Felt fresh after the ride - very comfortable throughout the day.

I couldn't ask for more.

 

[postman]

80 miles on a Flying Gate.

Where have i gone wrong?

I have got a flying emulsion brush.Sorry that should read flaming emulsion brush.

Can't get out for damn decorating.Next free time Weds.

Guess what?

RAIN on it's way.