Some of you will remember my moaning here:
http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/is-it-possible-to-get-a-sliding-drop-out-steel-frame-that-doesnt-weigh-a-ton
I've now learned that the Ti Sirius I've been waiting on and mucked about with for nigh on 5 months is actually on the way to the UK, but I also have the opportunity to get a Ti 456. Argh!
What a decision to have to make. Its one I'm struggling with TBH!
I'll be running either of them almost exclusively SS with a 120mm fork.
Weight of the Sirius is likely to be higher (about a pound lighter than their quoted R853 weight, so not a light Ti frame), but it has sliding dropouts so will be neat and tidy to SS. It also has a slightly longer head tube(15mm), which is a good thing for me to fit the bike.
However, a Ti 456 is, a Ti456, we all know its reputation and having ridden the steel version for 18months I know it rides well. It doesn't have sliding drop outs, so I'll continue to use a tensioner. Since its a second hand one, it'll be £100 cheaper than the Ti Sirius too. It has a slightly shorter head-tube too, which isn't quite so good, but is not insurmountable.
I'd welcome any thoughts to help me crystalise this tricky decision please!
