WTT: Custom Waterford RS-14 frameset for fatter-tire lugged steel frameset

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Andrew Turner

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Dec 31, 2025, 1:09:38 PM (yesterday) 12/31/25
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Season’s greetings, group!

TL;DR: I’m looking to trade my Waterford RS-14 frameset (Stack: 669mm / Reach: 379mm) for a lugged steel frameset with a horizontal top tube, 1" threaded steerer, fork bosses for a basket, and clearance for ~700x48mm tires (rim brake).

I picked up this Waterford a couple years ago and it’s been an absolute blast to ride. That said, between a knee injury, kid duties, and some shifting aesthetic preferences, it feels like the right time to pass it along. I’m hoping to find a kindred spirit who’s looking for something a bit more modern and spirited—maybe someone sitting on a surplus of wide-tire, light-touring bikes who’s itching to hit the tarmac.

A little more about the Waterford:
Included in this album is the spec sheet with full geometry details. The bike rides so dang well—predictable on descents, stiff where you want it, and definitely happiest when ridden fast. It clears a 35mm tire easily, or 30–32mm with fenders. The frameset would come with a Chris King headset, Wolftooth seatpost clamp, VO Grand Cru brakes and brass barrel adjusters.

I’ve also got a variety of other parts I could potentially include (happy to chat about those), but I’d need to keep what’s pictured for now: wheels, saddle, shifters, bottle cages, pedals, and crank.

What I’m looking for:
A lugged steel frameset with roughly similar geometry, but leaning more toward touring. Horizontal top tube, 1" threaded headset, quality steel tubing. Tire clearance of 700x45mm+ is key, along with fork bosses to cleanly mount a Nitto rack + basket. Semi-horizontal dropouts would be a big bonus.

Thanks, everyone. Hope you’re all having a fantastic holiday week.

Andrew Turner 
Brentwood TN

Cyclofiend Jim

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Dec 31, 2025, 1:10:10 PM (yesterday) 12/31/25
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There are no images of the frame in that photo album. Can you please add some?

Bernard Duhon

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Dec 31, 2025, 2:21:31 PM (yesterday) 12/31/25
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If as represented who ever buys this will have a great bike

I own similar waterford but in 52X51 cm.

I would find it hard to sell.  

 

 

 

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Cyclofiend Jim

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Dec 31, 2025, 8:21:14 PM (21 hours ago) 12/31/25
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Can you clarify if you are the original owner? 

Joe Bernard

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Dec 31, 2025, 9:12:04 PM (20 hours ago) 12/31/25
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It was posted for sale on iBob with pics, appears to be sold. 

Joe Bernard 

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