New Bike Build with pics...
 

So I am working on my new bike build. most of my bike builds start with a good deal here and there.

some inspirational image from le google...

http://calgarc.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/tcrBR.jpg
http://calgarc.com/wp-content/upload...0197_giant.jpg


I got a giant tcr 1 frame for $35. a stripped down frame. 1-1/8th threadless... made between 2003-2006. I weighed the frame in at 1075 grams. as well as checked out at 2 LBS

http://calgarc.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/tcr1.jpg

One of the LBS happened to have a really nice carbon fork they sold me for $130. steerer tube has good length and fits my bike perfectly both in size and looks. I scored the carbon seatpost from the local bike co-op for 10 bucks. I machined a clamp to fit the top perfectly.

http://calgarc.com/wp-content/upload...514_153435.jpg


I removed the bearing cup from the frame and measured it. luckily for me there is a giant store in my area which ordered in a replacement deraileur hanger, as well as confirmed that the FSA orbit CF headset i ordered was correct.

In a week i should have my Hanger as well as my 105 BB and FSA headset. I am planning out a matching paint job while i wait. Maybe the giant store will have decals i can put onto the paint job for cosmetics :D

sounds like you are an accomplished scrounger and improvisor! kudos, and i'm sure you are having all kinds of fun.:)

this is my 4th build over the past 6 years. built some chopper cruisers and toruing/roadbikes.

Waiting for my headset and BB to arrive in the mail. I also Scored an FSA Omega crankset for 40 bucks. it shall serve me well until i decide to upgrade it :D

Decided to draw this while i wait lol...

http://calgarc.com/wp-content/upload...526_014354.jpg

I have a new Ultegra 6700 group set for $300 (no brakes since my Madone 7 came with integrated brakes)

and of course the deals keep coming... i may be interested, where are you located?? whats included, mechs and STI's

I have been debating the 6800 11 speed, but i would consider a good deal on the 6700