Browsed some sites, read some reviews, as you do... then realised I don't want to buy another flash new bike, rather I want to get my hands dirty with a restoration project. A classic Colnago, Peugeot, or Raleigh perhaps. Something with heritage, substance over flash, history over hype.
The thing is, where does one begin... Sure, a quality frame provides a nice foundation, but what then? What tips and tricks have you guys learnt along the way? What should be avoided? Does anyone know of any excellent reference sites on the net? Maybe you have tried a restoration already, how did it go? What did you learn? Share a story, or even a pic - help a fellow rider out, it will be much appreciated!
