Having this bike for close to a decade now, I decided it was time for a refresh. I told myself it would help me find new joy for gravel, the bike, and teach me a thing or two about building a bike (something I’ve never done before). I also challenged myself to put it together as cheaply as possible while still making it a premium, slightly blingy, kind of build. Parts were either on sale or lightly used. Parts include:
SRAM Force 1x drivetrain, hydraulic brakes and Centerline XR 160 mm rotors
Ethirteen Helix Race 11-speed 46t cassette
Wheels Manufacturing BB
Enve Gravel 46cm handlebar
Enve G23 rims laced to Enve ID360 hubs adapted with really hard to find QR end caps
Enve Hex Carapace 40mm tires
Thompson stem and seatpost
WTB Silverado Ti saddle
Not bad for a decade old bike. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
by bgrymes