This is my daily commuter. Nothing fancy. Full utilitarian build. Rain or shine, this gets me where I need to be. I got this bike from a trade. I initially built this bike as a road bike but turned it into a commuter bike after realizing I have too many road bikes. For this particular build, I set this bike up with the Grant Petersen way of doing things. It has flat pedals, tall steerer, swept back bars, thumb shifters, leather saddle, front rack with a basket, large saddlebag, and fenders. The only thing that doesn't belong in this bike are the wheels, but I already have replacements in my stash. I'm just waiting for these wheels to die, but it keeps going to my surprise. This bike can handle all-day rides while being comfortable and relatively fast. This is one of my favorite bikes in my stable because I don't have to worry too much about it being locked up in the city.
Frame:
2007 On One Kaffenback
Fork/Headset:
Soma Prestige CX Fork, FSA Orbit II
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Ritchey CX, Shimano BB
Pedals:
Pake Flat Pedals
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Shimano Cassette 11-32, Ritchey CX Chainrings, IRD chain
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano Deore XT Rear derailleur, Shimano Sora Front Derailler
Saddle/Seatpost:
Soma Seatpost, Brooks B17 Saddle
Brakes:
Avid Shorty 6
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Bontrager Racelite, Soma NewExpress 700x28
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Bontrager Racelite, Soma NewExpress 700x28
Accessories:
Nitto M12 Front rack
Added by retroawesomeness. Last updated almost 10 years ago.
As of almost 10 years ago, retroawesomeness has indicated that they no longer own this bike.
Sebastian says:
Dig it!
Posted almost 11 years ago