Bought this Checker Pig CPX C05 complete for 90€, it came with LX groupset that will go for the parts bin.
Frame was in really good condition, the paint hasn't barely any scratches so I decided to make it my commuter bike. Drivetrain is a mismatched SRAM parts I have laying around, highlighting the XX1 derailleur and shifter with a 11-50 cassette and a 34 chainring and SX cranks. Brakes are Shimano DXR that work fine but I really want to treat myself with an XTR set.
The wheels are Vision 25 with Hutchinson Touareg 700x40C tires. Here I want some recomendations on a wheels upgrade for the future.
The saddle is a Brooks Flyer Special that I got for 10€ in a flea market in pretty bad condition and after a good restoration I'm testing it out to see how it feels but I don't know if i will stay with it cause it is a bit bulky.
One think I don't like about this frame is that the seatpost diameter is 26. something mm so i can't not use other 27.2 seatposts I have and need to stick with the checker pig one.
Overall, I am pretty happy on how the bike rides and looks. Previously had a Trek Multitrack 700 for the same purpose and altough was a good bike I prefer the Checker Pig.
by Cento43
5 Comments
What a sweet bike!!
Love it! Such a proportionate and tastefully put together bike. Only thing I don’t love is the seat which looks like you’d need a monocle and a bowler hat to ride.
Beautiful bike! Would love to get my hands on one oft those some time
Booomboclat!
Just curious but that street gives me Mediterranean vibes xd
heard of their snowboards, didn’t know they made bikes