Originally Posted by
bikemig
Totally cool bike. I agree. I like to tinker and ride old bikes that are not too perfect cosmetically. That way I don't mind scratching them up a bit when riding and/or changing parts to suit my needs. I'm not really into building a bike completely to original spec (not that there is anything wrong with that).
THIS!
One of my favorite things to do is to bring back to life and older bike that was unused neglected. Scratches and blemishes on a frame are like a nicely-broken-in pair of boots. I have a Holdsworth frame that I'm on the fence about restoring to its former glory or just clean it up and ride it. In fact, I have several frames on that very same fence!