Originally Posted by
Ericoschmitt
I think you are right on this. It is probably wiser to be practical and get a RWD with 700c rear wheel, if not both wheels, and don't worry about the possibility of full fairing in a first project. A windshild to cover the cranks will probably already help a lot.
It will already be faster than a TT bike anyway, and I can later build something else with more experience.
You have to be about 6'1" (185cm) to ride a 700/700 highracer comfortably. The 700/406 lowracer is a much better bet. Riding one has its own challenges but they can be overcome with practice. The shipping charges for Performer bikes is baked into the price. You don't have to buy a complete bike, most people just buy the frameset and furnish their own running gear. It lowers the customs charges immensely. Still, I can see that you have your heart set on building. Did you see the WISIL site yet? Lots of good info there for homebuilders.