Our Craigslist tends to suck. Lots of Walmart, Target type bikes for $100+. When the nicer stuff comes up, it's usually pretty overpriced. Even the vintage steel is typically over priced for the dime a dozen bike boom frames.

I plugged all the estimates for parts and frame on Excel and got a little over $500 and change. Most of the estimates were on the high side. I'm going to head to the co-op in a bit to see what they have in the parts bin. Plan on running a 1x8/9 setup. Might still look at their cross bike or the touring frame if it ever goes back on the site.

I have a saddle bag and seatpost support I am using now that works well for me. I'll probably move it over.