I'm pretty much down to dropping the credit card info on one of two bikes.


Specialized Rockhopper LTD 29er (stock)

or having a custom rig built.

Vassago Bandersnatch frame
X7 rear derailleur and X7 shifter (1x10 setup)
FSA XC-290 wheelset
Paul components Chain guide
Rockshox Recon RLT 29er
Cane Creek headset
Truvativ 32t 175m crank
Avid Elixer 3 160mms
WTB rocket seat

I originally posted this in the mountain bike forum, but I think it probably is more appropriate here. This is going to become my replacement for my Karate Monkey which saw 85 percent commuter duty, and 15 percent xc riding. The price on the Vassago is going to be about $250 more after taxes and shipping costs, so I'm not sure if that nullifies the benefits.