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Bike now back on the road. I did 30 plus moderately hilly miles on it today (Stevenage to Allingham and return) and the bike and I seemed to go reasonably well.
As shown in the photo, it weighs about 25 lbs. and it's better than one might expect for climbing, although obviously it's harder than a modern fixed bike. It feels so different from my relatively modern road bike that there's no danger of forgetting which bike I'm on and trying to freewheel.
It is noticeably more stable on descents than a more modern steeper frame.
Just needs a few minor adjustments and a luggage rack and we'll be off!
P.S. There wasn't really enough light for the photo - I'll do some more in daylight.
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