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@BelgianToothpaste
Ok here goes,
I'm looking at building up a fast single speed (NOT FIXED) bike for a friend to nip around town on. Discs would be good, and also flat bars. As a roadie, my friend wants speed, but also don't want punctures.
So, first things first.
Frame: I'm thinking cx, disc mounts and carbon toobin' . Can someone recommend framesets to consider, and avoid?
Brakes: Never tried disc, but I imagine mechanical is best, as they're adjustable, right? Don't want no rubbing pads now! Lol. What flat bar levers would be good with discs?
Wheels: Rear standard road wheel with a single sprocket and spacers. Also a chain tensioner screwed into the mech hanger.
Tyres: As puncture proof as possible, but not solid! Thinking Vittoria Rubinos?
So, educate me, I need help on this one,
Thanks,
BT