Wanted to build a new ride for the summer sourcing budget parts and stuff I had lying around.
Tsunami SNM100 in Chameleon (+ headset and seat post clamp): $129.58 + $74.21 shipping
Izumi Jet Black chain: $20.50
Tange BB: $19.92
Shun crankset (46t): $48.60
Cobweb Splatter paint: $19.99 +$8.80 shipping
Thickslicks (700×25): $58.90 (Chill out, they're not that bad)
Weinmann DP18 wheelset and Sunlite tubes: $189.00 + $13.56 + $73.20 shipping
Fizik saddle: take-off, think I paid $60 when I got it
Fizik stem and Easton bars from the co-op: $10
Generic grips: $4.24
Demolition pedals: $19.99 + $5.00 shipping
Generic cog (16t): $9.99
Hold Fast straps: $30.00 + $5.00 shipping
Black Phillip sticker: $3.82 + $4.60 shipping (I know, but it's badass)
I think that's everything: $748.90
Not very budget- friendly when totalled up. But I'm very happy with how she turned out. I had a very good time planning and building (highly therapeutic for me). And she rides surprisingly great!
by Dinnymcd