I just finished building up my Scott Seattle commuter/touring bike. Shimano drivetrain with barcons. Road Winner II hybrid 700x28 tires. Shimano 42/32/22 triple with 14/32 cogs.
Took for test ride in backyard and parking lot, didn't do to well in snow and ice, but handled well on pavement, might have to get different tires..
I was given the bare frame and fork for free, and just used various parts left over from other trash bikes lying around.
TOTAL COST; $ 0.00
not bad, unless you count all the gas money I used searching for trash and abandoned bikes for local CO-OP for past 5 years..
