Here is the finished build. I've only ridden it ~6mi. but have yet to notice anything that bugs me.
I decided to go with a synthetic cork tape...no regrets yet. Seems to do well in the rain and is super cushy and comfy on Seattle's pockmarked streets.


My tektro linear pull brakes. I only remember my c.1980's canti's so these are AWESOME comparatively.


Thanks everyone for the inspiration. Next up is a CETMA 3-rail rack for the front. That should work just fine with the LHT fork, right?