Cead_tinne

I'm getting ready to order everything for my Soma ES build. What am i forgetting? Also if you have any suggestions on changes please let me hear it. I picked most of the stuff on this list from looking at other peoples bike build list.


Frame: Soma ES
Crankset: Sram Rival OTC 50/34 (it is a 10 speed crank, but 180mm+ crank selection is limited)
Bottom Bracket: Comes with crank
Front Derailleur: Ultegra
Rear Derailleur : Ultegra 11 Speed
Fork: IRD Mosaic 57
Headset: crane creek 40
Handlebar: Ritchey Pro EvoCurv
Stem: Ritchey Pro 4-Axis
Brakes 57mm: [strike]Tektro R539[/strike] shimano r650
Shifters: Ultegra 11 Speed
Seatpost : thomson elite
Cassette: Ultegra 11-28
stem spacers: TBD
Wheels : 36h Mavic CXP 33 w/ ultegra hub (already made them)
Chain: TBD
saddle: Already have one i like
Bar Tape: Have some sitting around

Cead_tinne

Also, if it matters. I mostly use my bike for commuting 22 miles round trip to work. I do some weekend rides with the wife, usually under 50 miles.

rpenmanparker 

I highly recommend the KMC SLX chain appropriate for your 11 speed drivetrain. Also the difference between the Tektro brakes and Ultegra is remarkable. If Ultegra makes a 57 mm set and you can anyway afford it, buy the Ultegra. I can't say whether the Rival crank will work with 11 speed. Why aren't you getting Ultegra? Mixing all this stuff up may save some bucks, and that's fine if necessary, but full Ultegra would be sweeter.

rpenmanparker 

Also don't forget bar tape.

Cead_tinne

I think the only 57mm caliper shimano makes is the R650. But i can switch to those. I wasn't planning on using the an ultegra crank, because i like longer cranks and Ultegras come in 175mm max.

rms13

I also cant' say if that cranks will work but I know you can't mix and match SRAM 10 speed and 11 speed but not sure if SRAM 10 speed crankset will play with 11 speed Ultgegra. Better make sure before buying

Cead_tinne

It looks like i have some research to do. I'll have to check into which groupsets have an option of a longer crank. thanks everyone.

RollCNY

I would check your brake selection to make sure they are "Super SLR" compatible, which is Shimano's name for the latest generation modified cable pull. I recall seeing some long reach versions that were, and some that weren't.

knobster

You don't list a cable set but that may come with your shifters if you're buying new. Also you don't list tires and tubes.

I went with the Tektro R539 brakes and was surprised at how much I like them. They work very well and look pretty decent also.

I'll suggest what I run for tires. I REALLY like them. Surprised at how fast they are and how comfortable. Compass bicycle sells them. 700x32 Grand Bois Cypress.

I've been very happy with my ES and have sold my other bikes as I just don't need more bikes that aren't as versatile as this one.

LesterOfPuppets

Rim Tape is nice, also.