My guess would be that the split seat tube is to create clearance for a slammed rear wheel. You could fit a wheel there to see, if it's for that.
Anyways, good luck with the sale! That's a very interesting frame.
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My guess would be that the split seat tube is to create clearance for a slammed rear wheel. You could fit a wheel there to see, if it's for that.
Anyways, good luck with the sale! That's a very interesting frame.