I have updated the Swift to include some shinier, lighter parts:

Shimano 105 10 Spd Rear Derailleur (Short Cage)
Alex Rims 451 R390
Capreo Hub and cogset (9-speed 9t-26t)
Shimano 105 Front Hub
Tektro R556 Extra-Extra Long Reach Road Brakes
Schwalbe Stelvios









I can now officially ditch the road bike... once I figure out a solution with the front derailleur. I came very close w/ a hose clamp solution, however the seat tube is so big that the front derailleur cage starts somewhere between the big and small chainrings. I need to figure out a mounting system that attaches the clamp + derailleur somewhere just behind the seat tube similar to a bike friday mount.