Merkel, can you elaborate a little as to why you think the Dyno resulted in the way you experienced it? Thanks so much for posting these builds. I'm in the middle of something very similar; and although the costs have already exceeded a new LBS sourced entry-level bike, I'm encouraged to keep building by this. The end result is so unique. It looks as if you are using rear deraileurs only? I'd love any additional info or tips you could share on a project like this. My project got completely outta hand once I saw the frame with 27x1-1/4" wheels and curly handle bars like they use in the TDF. I started with a donated, bent framed bike....and a nearly new advertising give away bike bought at a yard sale for $50. That was the start of the snowballinmoneypitt.