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My first CX build.........in 2010

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Old 05-04-10, 05:39 PM
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This is the most amazing thread ever. Keep it comin'
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Any progress yet on the green machine?
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What about some hoods?

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Thanks you sir. Now more please!!!
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Because of this thread, I am soon to build up a crosscheck with a green theme. About half the parts acquired.
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Are they talking about spectators feeding the cyclists? You know, like don't feed the bears?
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Where did you get those milano green hudz?
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Those had to be ordered from hudz directly...

They have, by some reason(?) not put'em out on their site.

Sometimes, all you have to do is ask
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Is that the actual dropbar you will be using?
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Because of this thread, I am soon to build up a crosscheck with a green theme. About half the parts acquired.
cool...green is the new black...Flames are yesterdays news
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I know, rub it in....Cages on a CX, but still....Here they are

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Where is this bike? I keep checking back waiting to see it!
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The frame should be here today, but I can't stay home (I work from home) to receive it
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Still had some decals left I see?

Interesting color combo with the red. Not sure if I like it, I think I should have to see a finished product
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The decals are not my work...It's pained by the Lynskey dudes
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Subscribed, this should be good
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Love the frame. What a motivation to build!
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Looks good, looks really good. My green build should be up and running in a month or so.
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Are they talking about spectators feeding the cyclists? You know, like don't feed the bears?
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That downtube is sexy.
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Lectron, thanks for the motivation to get my first build under my belt. How is yours coming along?
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Old 06-01-10, 10:56 PM
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yeah, i need motivation by more pics from an immaculate build!
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The build up is looking awesome! Give a ride report too.
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Lectron, what's the latest?
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