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Building a fix from a Leader 722 lo frame

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Old 10-20-14 | 02:44 PM
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Building a fix from a Leader 722 lo frame

Hi guys,

A little advice on the parts i want to use on my build needed. I want to know what others think before i buy everything.

Leader 722 Heritage lo-pro frame
Columbus Air Tusk Carbon fork
Leader Saber Bullhorn handlebar
LBL Carbon stem
H Plus Son Formation Face wheelset
Miche Primato BB
BLB Track crankset
BLB Mosquito saddle

So all feedback, constructive critisism etc is welcome. Would you replace certain parts? or every single part? It's my first go at this, so obviously i missed or overdid stuff. I will use it mostly for commuting, but also for longer rides from time to time. Expercienced rider.

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Sounds like a solid build man! The only thing I would be concerned with is that Miche bb's are ISO, and your BLB crankset is JIS. This just means that the chainline will be a few mm's off. You can purchase a different size bb to make up for it.

Take a moment to read this:
Square Taper Bottom Bracket Interchangeability

And of course (you probably have), but take into account things like your chain, handlebar tape, pedals, tools necessary if you're building it yourself.
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Old 10-20-14 | 04:05 PM
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Don't forget jis and iso although similar are different and can mess up your cranks
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^very true, especially with older models.

but with a lot of modern components, it should be okay. (If I'm reading the Sheldon Brown article right)
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Sounds like a solid build man! The only thing I would be concerned with is that Miche bb's are ISO, and your BLB crankset is JIS. This just means that the chainline will be a few mm's off. You can purchase a different size bb to make up for it.

Take a moment to read this:
Square Taper Bottom Bracket Interchangeability

And of course (you probably have), but take into account things like your chain, handlebar tape, pedals, tools necessary if you're building it yourself.
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Don't forget jis and iso although similar are different and can mess up your cranks
Thanks for the feedback. I'll look for a more compatible BB and crankset just to make sure it all fits nicely. Mixing those up might not be the best idea for a first build.
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