Originally Posted by
blueskytheory
Not to hijack this thread, but I have a quick related question: is ordering the LHT complete more cost effective than building yourself? I have a couple spare parts, but would have to buy most everything, and I like whats on the LHT default build. I've often heard that building your own bike is not cheaper unless you have a lot of spare parts and/or buy on ebay/craigslist... curious if thats the case here.
Buying a complete bike is always
A LOT cheaper than buying the parts separately and building up the frame. Manufacturers buy parts in quantity at very low OEM costs you'll never be able to match. About the only time it makes sense is when you have nearly all the needed parts laying around and even then you might be smart to buy the complete bike and either sell the new parts or use them and replace them with the used parts when they wear out.