Eastway ST1 disc conversion by Talbot

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Ecobeard
Still a few minor bits to sort out, but I'm really very happy with it.

Just need to:
- Sort out a bracket for the rear mudguard, Matt is getting some fancy 3D printed ones made up.(Thanks @Dammit )
- Find a decent, yet subtle, black cranks, as this one is made of cheese and I've decided it looks awful.
- Fiddle with the saddle and stem
- Make my knee work properly so I can ride it properly.
- work out how to post Flickr links.
- Shunt some trains about.
- Ultimately run the groupset into the ground and go Hydro.

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t_w in reply to @Ecobeard

Looks great. How did the wheels run from first impressions?
Just curious to see if having the much wider rims compared to traditional ones, and a wider tyre profile, is readily discernable.

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Ecobeard in reply to @t_w

I've only done about 11 urban miles, but they seem better at absorbing the bumps on our lovely roads.

I got decent grip on the wet cobbled climb up to the depot too, were as I normally would get wheel-slip, if it was even a touch moist, with Open Pro's and 25 Four Seasons.

The only issue was seating the tyres this morning, but with the help of a screwdriver, many swears and much PSI they went on in the end. The screwdriver paid the ultimate sacrifice though I'm afraid (RIP little cheap one)

I'm away this weekend but the following week I'll be back on the training and then I have week in Scotland, so I'll pass on my in-depth-Luddite-opinions after all that.

They look bloody lovely too btw, as did you when I met you last night ;)

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