Hello,
I am a high-school student who has previously loved slamming around on the bikes I could get my hands on for a day at the summer camp (Usually a Hardrock w/disc brakes etc...). I am finally going to break down and get a MTB. I intend to buy a frame and build it myself. Just to get started, due to my lack of funding, I am considering buying a bike at a thrift shop and salvage parts. Once again, these would be augmented over time, but my budget is pretty small, and I want into the fun NOW!

Just curious about others opinions on this...

Thanks!