Originally Posted by
fietsbob
want STI or the SRAM shifters you might as well just get a New Bike
Felt, and Redline are OK, the OEM deals on the Parts are better by the truckload
than each Pricing to rebuild something old into New.
Hydroformed aluminum to make that Run Up carry, shoulder under the Top Tube
is a big comfort improvement over a round 1" tube.
I don't necessarily agree. Doing a build with used parts is a viable option if you're savvy and have the mechanical skills. Doing this will eliminate the problem of paying for heavy/junk OEM parts and wheels. If you already have a healthy parts stash you can use it.
Ebay and craigslist are full of takeoff components. It's cross, so who cares if the bits are a little scuffed up?