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@Haggis
So on my eternal quest of trying to build a bike I like from an old steel frame...
Hardrock frame from 93? Couldn't colour match the frame with the catalogue.
Bought a few bits and bobs, mainly modern deore groupset, 10 speed! Also some wheels with a dynamo, cool.
The main aim was to get it built so I could get a feel for size and what handlebars I want.
Main gripes are the seapost + clamp situation, does not look good. As it is a 26.6mm post it's very hard to source a good looking one.
I'm hoping I can remove the branding from the seat post and eventually I'll just replace the quick release with a bolt.
The other annoyance is the absence of a rear cable stop which makes running v brakes untidy, there is a "problem solver" clamp on cable stop but at £19 I can't bring myself to buy...
Will be changing the stem, probably velo orange with removable faceplate so I can run some crazy bars or Geoff's.
Need a new saddle, hoping I can test drive some soon.
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