How much to build up a frame-set?

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markjohnobrien
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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scottg wrote: 20 Apr 2021, 1:56pm
markjohnobrien wrote: 19 Apr 2021, 9:06am I’ve got enough spare components to build three bikes - don’t know whether this a good or bad thing...
If you want to keep posting here, you will have to try harder.
You need a typical garden shed, 1/2 full to meet the Forum standards. :)
Nice one: I used to have a garage and large shed full of bike stuff but, as I’m now in a smaller place, lots of stuff had to go. I still have lots of bikes at work though.
Raleigh Randonneur 708 (Magura hydraulic brakes); Blue Raleigh Randonneur 708 dynamo; Pearson Compass 631 tourer; Dawes One Down 631 dynamo winter bike;Raleigh Travelogue 708 tourer dynamo; Kona Sutra; Trek 920 disc Sram Force.
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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markjohnobrien wrote: 20 Apr 2021, 2:02pm
scottg wrote: 20 Apr 2021, 1:56pm
markjohnobrien wrote: 19 Apr 2021, 9:06am I’ve got enough spare components to build three bikes - don’t know whether this a good or bad thing...
If you want to keep posting here, you will have to try harder.
You need a typical garden shed, 1/2 full to meet the Forum standards. :)
Nice one: I used to have a garage and large shed full of bike stuff but, as I’m now in a smaller place, lots of stuff had to go. I still have lots of bikes at work though.
I am reminded of Arthur "Two Sheds" Jackson.
It's the same the whole world over
It's the poor what gets the blame
It's the rich what gets the pleasure
Isn't it a blooming shame?
David9694
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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ElCani wrote: 18 Apr 2021, 9:43pm Have to be honest, an upside down photo of a hand written note meant I gave up. :D

Edit: it’s only upside down (for me) if I click on it. Weird.
I’m getting the same - I had to photograph it upside down and shows it’s true colours when I click on it.
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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Jamesh wrote: 19 Apr 2021, 12:01am That's why many of us I expect stockpile components.

I probably have enough items to build another bike if I needed too...

I have several short cage rear mech spare.

It's the sti levers that are spendy.

Cheers James
I’m never buying STIs again - nice brake levers, but flawed for shifting.
I notice Spa have stopped doing the £17 Shimano band-on d/t levers.
Spa Audax Ti Ultegra; Genesis Equilibrium 853; Raleigh Record Ace 1983; “Raleigh Competition”, “Raleigh Gran Sport 1982”; “Allegro Special”, Bob Jackson tourer, Ridley alu step-through with Swytch front wheel; gravel bike from an MB Dronfield 531 frame.
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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Jamesh wrote: 19 Apr 2021, 12:01am
I’m never buying STIs again - nice brake levers, but flawed for shifting.
I notice Spa have stopped doing the £17 Shimano band-on d/t levers.
They are too expensive for me. I'm building a 'gravel bike' at the moment and have decided on standard drop bar brake leavers and bar end shifters, which is a much more affordable option.
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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warey4life wrote: 24 Apr 2021, 8:08am
Jamesh wrote: 19 Apr 2021, 12:01am
I’m never buying STIs again - nice brake levers, but flawed for shifting.
I notice Spa have stopped doing the £17 Shimano band-on d/t levers.
They are too expensive for me. I'm building a 'gravel bike' at the moment and have decided on standard drop bar brake leavers and bar end shifters, which is a much more affordable option.
+1 for bar end shifters: much cheaper and will work with anything on friction.
Raleigh Randonneur 708 (Magura hydraulic brakes); Blue Raleigh Randonneur 708 dynamo; Pearson Compass 631 tourer; Dawes One Down 631 dynamo winter bike;Raleigh Travelogue 708 tourer dynamo; Kona Sutra; Trek 920 disc Sram Force.
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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The handwritten list was upside down for me when I clicked onto it, so couldn't be bothered reading it.
David9694
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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De Sisti wrote: 25 Apr 2021, 7:02am The handwritten list was upside down for me when I clicked onto it, so couldn't be bothered reading it.
Trying again
Trying again
I hope this cheers you up.
Spa Audax Ti Ultegra; Genesis Equilibrium 853; Raleigh Record Ace 1983; “Raleigh Competition”, “Raleigh Gran Sport 1982”; “Allegro Special”, Bob Jackson tourer, Ridley alu step-through with Swytch front wheel; gravel bike from an MB Dronfield 531 frame.
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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David9694 wrote: 26 Apr 2021, 10:54pm
De Sisti wrote: 25 Apr 2021, 7:02am The handwritten list was upside down for me when I clicked onto it, so couldn't be bothered reading it.
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I hope this cheers you up.
Have a look at bankrupt bikes on ebay for some parts.

Still think a second hand bike with refurbishment and decent tyres better value than an assortment of parts.
David9694
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Re: How much to build up a frame-set?

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ClappedOut wrote: 26 Apr 2021, 11:00pm
David9694 wrote: 26 Apr 2021, 10:54pm
De Sisti wrote: 25 Apr 2021, 7:02am The handwritten list was upside down for me when I clicked onto it, so couldn't be bothered reading it.
4DE024AF-B5FC-44ED-BCC2-125F5DB0E37A.jpeg

I hope this cheers you up.
Have a look at bankrupt bikes on ebay for some parts.

Still think a second hand bike with refurbishment and decent tyres better value than an assortment of parts.
I agree. I’ll tell my wife you said.
Spa Audax Ti Ultegra; Genesis Equilibrium 853; Raleigh Record Ace 1983; “Raleigh Competition”, “Raleigh Gran Sport 1982”; “Allegro Special”, Bob Jackson tourer, Ridley alu step-through with Swytch front wheel; gravel bike from an MB Dronfield 531 frame.
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