Originally Posted by
illjustride
Hi folks, I'm building a new bike and I'm wondering whats the best way to start. Before I have done this I would generally start with the frameset, then get the parts afterward. I'm wondering how you all so it. Do you get the parts first and then buy the frameset? or frameset then parts. Thanks
Whichever is more difficult to find.
I think bicycles reached the pinnacle of evolution in 2006 (the last year of Campagnolo Record 10 speed with silver anodizing) except for their 2010 Centaur Carbon Ultrashift levers and 1996-1997 Record seatpost. Those parts would be more difficult to find in good condition than an ideal titanium frame with level top tube and 32mm seat tube.
Conversely, derailleur mounting configurations vary and you might end up with disc brakes or cantilevers depending on the frame.