Got the tire back off, got the rim tape on and reinstalled the tire. Got everything installed for its preliminary install except the chain and the cables...it is going together pretty smoothly. After this install I will ride it around a touch and go from there. I cannot believe how light weight this thing is compared to my MTB. I love it.
The frame is an even more beautiful color in person BTW. The pics dont do this bike any justice at a
jdawginsc did a great job matching the color with the nail polish...you would never know unless you inspect it and no body around here is about that life.