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Thanks everyone for helping I'll get some more pics up of the bike with the bars on I want.

Here was the groupset that was suggested would.be needed IF I do decide to go ahead with the idea :

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-tiagra ... content=en

Thanks for your input. It's very much appreciated.

I was aware that this would cost a fair bit after visiting a few bike shops, however the overall cost seems less than if I was to buy a gravel bike. Which is the type of bike that I am apparently trying to achieve with this custom build..!

The new bars I have do fit quite well when attached to the stem.. I don't seem to have any issues reaching them. However I will attached them again and sit on the bike to double check it's comfortable. They have been sat under my bed for some time since I reattached the original bars but I just can't get comfortable with the original. I have considered the option of adding drop bar attachments as you have suggested but I really like the feel of drop bar specific brakes/gear changers. They are very streamlined and agile. I wish I knew more about what I had wanted way back when I was looking for a new bike! I love cycling fast low and streamlined from previous road bike experience but I also like jumping off curbs and riding through woodland. So the thicker wheels and stronger frame are perfect. I dislike the large straight bars for a number of reasons.. again if only I had known before.

Here are the other photos -

Yes from straight bars to drop bars

Hopefully these pictures upload ok!

Can only upload 5 pics at a time so pictures of the bars are coming..

Please help!
I would like to change the bars on my bike and in my ignorance realised that the bars I purchased would require a whole new braking system! I will attach photos to show you my situation.
I have been recommended the Shimano Tiagra 4720 10 Speed Disc Groupset however it's taking forever to restock at wiggle.. I'm wondering if there is another way/set I can get?
Also! I would like to try and instal the new system myself.. or should I pay a bike shop to do it? I mean.. I won't need to tools that are required for the job again so it could just be wasted money. However I would learn more about my bike in the process.
Pictures to follow!
Any advice would be greatly appreciated thank you!!