Hey Everyone.. You might or might not remember me asking questions about brakes and wheels a few months ago related to my new commuter build. I finally got all the parts and got everything put together. I built it out of a Gunnar Fast Lane frame in the hopes of creating a do-all bike. I use it primarily for commuting, but hope to expand that to some light and medium touring in the summer. I definitely wanted a bit more of a sporty bike than say a Surly LHT, so went with STI shifters and a road triple group. The great steel frame and strong wheels make it really strong and durable. The bike is amazing to say the least! I am so happy with it! The specs and before / after pics are below:

Frame : Gunnar Fast Lane
Groupset : Shimano 105 Triple
Pedals : Shimano M520
Brakes : Avid BB7 Road
Headset : Chris King
Rims : Mavic TN719 Disc 36 hole
Hubs: Shimano XT
Spokes : DT Swiss Double Butted with Brass Nipples
Tires : Continental Top Contact
Stem : Ritchey WCS
Bars : FSA Wing
Seatpost : Thomson Elite
Seat : Brooks B17
Cables : Gore Ride On
Bar Tape : Cinelli Cork
Rack : Tubus Cargo
Panniers : Ortlieb Back Roller