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Old 05-27-14 | 08:11 PM
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Soooo, I am possibly going to purchase a Vassago Jabberwocky frame, two forks (rigid and suspension), and wheels from a friend for a reasonable price. However I need help as I am not sure what to run on it. I am most likely going to stick with single speed because I want to keep the cost under about $300. Anyone got some suggestions of parts? Bars, pedals, seatpost and non drive train components I can probably figure out just fine.

I am also considering Avid BB7 mountain disc brakes as I have BB7s on my touring bike and they work quite well and I really don't want to put a ton of money into this thing with hydraulics. If someone has suggestions to the contrary I am all ears.

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Old 05-28-14 | 06:58 AM
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Nice bike!! I am with you on the BB7 I have had years of hassle free braking on my mtb - easy to adjust and change pads etc. I use the Avid Speed Dial 7 levers and can fine tune the modulation and reach with them. I like the Race Face Single chain rings as they last a long time and I have had no issues with dropping chains with them. They are also reversible so you can extend the life a little more. Surly cogs are tough to beat and have a the wide base. Ashima AiRotor's and some semi metallic pads have been working well and help keep the rotating weight down and work great with the BB7's

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Old 05-31-14 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by skol
Nice bike!! I am with you on the BB7 I have had years of hassle free braking on my mtb - easy to adjust and change pads etc. I use the Avid Speed Dial 7 levers and can fine tune the modulation and reach with them. I like the Race Face Single chain rings as they last a long time and I have had no issues with dropping chains with them. They are also reversible so you can extend the life a little more. Surly cogs are tough to beat and have a the wide base. Ashima AiRotor's and some semi metallic pads have been working well and help keep the rotating weight down and work great with the BB7's
Thanks or should I say thanks to the head mechanic at my shop who is selling it to me. Also thanks for the tips I am still deciding but hopefully I make the right choice whatever that might be.
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