My new Simpson VR frame/fork/stem just showed up and now it is time to spec this baby. Here's where it gets fun!



Help me spec this bike.

I am going to ride the heck out of it in all conditions. Where I live is very mountainous so the discs will come in handy.

So Far:

1. Wheels are a done deal (as we make those - more on that latter) as are rotors but everything else is up for grabs.

2. Groupset: I am leaning towards Campagnolo as my other bike is Campagnolo - and I do prefer it - but I am not locked into this because I won't be able to share wheels anyways (SRAM IS A NON-STARTER - don't even go there). Spec will be 11spd. Frame is set up for electronic shifting if I can be convinced to go that route.

3. Brake calipers: I like the idea of TRP HY/RD but am looking for some feedback here.

4. Saddle: I like the FLITE but haven't ridden one in a while. I am thinking WHITE...

5. Tires: The wheels are tubeless compatible so I am looking for some tire feedback as well as I'd like to give tubeless a real shot.

6. Tape: Colour choices are black, white, red, blue and natural leather.

More pics:

Stem was included (and is carbon). These are the same bars I have on my other bike so I'd like to stay with these.



I will cut the seat mast and fork during final assembly. For now they remain as shipped.



Yup. That's our logo (custom) included UNDER the custom paint. Pretty sweet, non?



All cables and housings are internal so this should be a really clean looking ride.



You can't see it but the logo is raised (hand painted?) and really pops.