Built this up as a trail riding ~commuter~ with mostly parts bin stuff I found on the internet. Upgraded a few bits and pieces to work well in Manila traffic. Sold to a dear friend, who enjoys it just as much as I did. Have fun, Lanz!
Frame:
Trek 8700 Pro, double-butted graphite-epoxy composite main triangle, aluminum stays and headtube
Fork/Headset:
Tange Super Big fork triple-butted Cro-Moly / Shimano Deore XT
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Shimano Deore Lx FC-M563 / Shimano UN52BB
Pedals:
MKS MT-E
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Suntour Powerflo 8 speed cassette / Shimano SG-X chainrings 22-32 / Shimano Deore DX CN HG70 chain
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano STX front and rear derailleurs / Suntour XC Expert MD thumb shifters
Saddle/Seatpost:
Fabric Cell Elite Radius saddle / some china brand seatpost
Brakes:
Avid Single Digit 3
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Rigida Zac 19 / Suntour XC Expert MD 8 hubs / WTB Bronson 26x2.1
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Rigida Zac 19 / Suntour XC Expert MD 8 hubs / WTB Bronson 26x2.1
Accessories:
front and rear lights, a saddle and handle bar bag, some old JD bottle cage, fenders and a Fabric pump
Bike History
Click a link below to see past stages of this bike.
Current Stage Info:
Full on commuter/beater that I take literally everywhere. Added fenders for the oncoming rainy season. Changed to knobbier tires because I needed the extra grip when I go on trails and removed the biggest ring as I barely use it lmao. Saw and bought the used MKS MT-Es for $10 (USD) and feels great to use.
Added by joeythespaz. Last updated almost 2 years ago.
As of almost 2 years ago, joeythespaz has indicated that they no longer own this bike.
NYCommuter says:
Nice!
Though I like it better with the canti brake setup.
Posted almost 2 years ago
joeythespaz says:
Thanks!
The cantis were great, until their springs got worn out.
Posted almost 2 years ago