Originally Posted by
no1mad
If I had the tools, skills, knowledge, and patience to do so, I would. However, I lack three of those qualities.
Basically, I was wanting to take a Giant Escape and convert it; Giant does have a 1x8 in the Via 2, but I prefer the riding position of the Escape better.
Take a look at this thread:
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...ng-Frame-Build
I knew next to nothing when I started, just basic derailer adjustments. I bought only the tools I absolutely needed and used what I had. Putting a bike together is not that difficult if you take your time.