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« on: August 03, 2025, 05:57:19 PM »
Build done!
Size 56 frame - black gloss - $730
Lexon Thinline bars 100x400mm - $160
SRAM Force shifters/calipers - $330
Eagle X01 AXS RD - (Repurposed) - $0
Aftermarket jockey wheel & pulleys - $25
Senicx PR3 cranks, 24mm spindle - $45
WUZEI NW Chainring, 46T, 4mm offset - $29
sram gx chain - $35
sram xx1 cassette, 10-50t (Repurposed) - $0
specialized roubaix seatpost ~20mm offset (Repurposed) - $0
RYET cromoly rail EVA saddle - $25
NECO headset bearings - $14
ztto t47i bottom bracket - $20
spd pedals - $25
ICAN Alpha 50 plus wheels - $600
schwalbe pro one 32mm tyres - $120
For just north of $2k I feel like I did pretty well considering this is the era of tariffs.
Some build notes: The tantan headset bearings feel really gritty. I would recommend replacing them. I had to overtorque the Lexon Thinline bars to prevent them from slipping from the fork. I had to add a 3mm on the drive side of the pr3 crankset to prevent the wuzei chainring from fouling the chainstay. There is about a 2mm gap between the chainring and the chainstay. This wuzei chainring is good but makes a slight clicking sound when pedaling on the bigger cogs. I replaced all the included steel frame bolts with cheap titanium ones. The ICAN freehub is so loud. I’m gonna buy some thicker grease to silence the incredible whine because the medium grease I used didn’t cut it.
I just finished a big ride with lots of climbing and fast descents. This bike rips, but the cornering is slightly sedate compared to my old 2005 all-road bike. That’s an acceptable concession for big tyre clearance. The fit is impeccable – I had the measurements dialed before ordering everything and the fit is exactly the same as my old bike. I am 188cm and feel very comfortable with the size. This frame rocks! I love putting all my tools and stuff in the down tube. I didn’t have to face anything. The paint seems really easy to mar though. I can’t wait to get some gravel tires and rip some fire roads.