This is a local listing and I'm wanting to get it and do some customizing, I've never done a build so not experienced, just wanted to know what yall think does it look good as a first build project?
by Splicer-Shaun
This is a local listing and I'm wanting to get it and do some customizing, I've never done a build so not experienced, just wanted to know what yall think does it look good as a first build project?
by Splicer-Shaun
11 Comments
Yes if the price is right and it fits you.
Also check to make sure you can pull the seatpost from the seat tube. You don’t want to buy a bike with a stuck seatpost.
Yes! But only if it’s the right size
Yes! That era of Giant bikes were well made and this one looks in good shape (needs work but frame is not rusted) with a sorta cool paint job.
Consider: Is it a good fit for you (that frame looks tall)? Is the seatpost free / not stuck (release the QR and check that)? Is it a reasonable price?
If all are “yes” then this is good!
Check it throughly to see what’s broken. Factor your findings into your price. Esp check the frame for defects/damage.
Go for it! It has components that are very easy to get running smoothly.
Oh and the colors are nice too 🙂
Hey OP. I had a Giant Coldrock back in the 90s and it was a super solid bike – survived teenage me learning to ride off road and basic maintenance so should be a good base for a retro build
There are a couple of factors to consider here:
1. Does it fit your budget?
2. Does it fit *you*?
If you’re looking for something to tinker with and learn from, this is definitely a solid option—it has a lot of potential. All the components are there, and it even comes with a stunning paint job (a nice bonus!).
At the end of the day, no one’s expecting you to throw on Billy Bonkers tires or convert it to a 1x drivetrain with wireless shifting. But you’d be surprised how well it can perform with just a basic cleanup, some fresh cables, and a few new touchpoints like grips, pedals, and tires. With a bit of effort, it’ll feel like a brand-new bike.
Berm Peak has a great video on this exact idea—taking something old and bringing it back to life: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLf9dqLGPjQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLf9dqLGPjQ)
I think a complete bike is good to learn how service and adjust the parts. This coldrock is a solid bike and if it’s fit and is in relatively good condition, it’s the perfect base for your learnings.
I’m working on the same model from a year later. Cool color schemes on these bikes! Fits wide 2.4” holly rollers just fine.
This one looks to be in better condition than mine. If the price is okay I’d go for it.
Size is a bit bigger than mine. I think this suits riders 165cm – 180cm, depending on what you do with the stem/handlebar.
Looks like it’s in pretty good condition. If you’re not going to change much I’d recommend just getting new tires (probably tubes too) and all now cables and housing and a new grease on the bearings. Probably a new chain if it’s seized up. New grips too. That would make it good as new.
have u checked that the size fits your body? this is the utmost important factor, otherwise you gonna be spending unnecessary money trying to readjust the geometry / stack / reach.
once it fits, spare some cash aside for new tires (maybe a set tubes too?), brake pads, brake and shift cables, some alcohol rub and wipe, chain oil, degreaser, bike wash etc.