I currently ride a Boardman Team Carbon which I’ve owned from new since 2010, I’ve upgraded the brakes and run Zondas which was a massive improvement however I’m wondering as my bike in nearly 10 years old am I doing myself a disservice? The rest of the guys I cycle with are all on the latest gear...

I know ultimately the biggest gains come from your engine which is why I bought a Neo and train indoors 2-3 times a week but I still do a longer 3-4hrs spin at the weekend and want to be as efficient as possible.

I’m leaning towards building my own bike as I can utilise my Zondas and saddle, etc. but as my total budget is only £1000 – am I wasting my time?

I’m ok with some used parts (bar, stem, callipers) but think the frame and bulk of the G/S must be new. I'm happy to build this over the winter as i'll mostly be out on my mtb or the turbo so have time to source parts at the right price.

The Boardman has been a cracking bike and it’s really comfortable to ride but would I honestly feel an improvement with newer tech and a more aero set-up?

I’ve read a fair bit on discs vs callipers and I’m ok with callipers. I would like Di2 but know this is highly unlikely at this price point and the money is probably best used on the frame…

I appreciate this is really broad but would welcome opinions.