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handtightenonly
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I changed the bars to a road compact one, got a silver spacer that matches the headset but not the stem. Will try without the spacer to see how the fit is, or might leave it as it is in case I decide to sell the frame.
SMP saddle was crazily comfortable with bibs on. I guess i'll stick with a threadless. Wrapped the bars with black tape.
So far, so good! Took it for a ride a while ago and it was amazing! Was worried that 3/32 chainring with 1/8 cog and chain might end up being noisy, but it wasnt at all. Got the silver izumi chain from condor the other day. Have to say that i'm really really happy with this accidental purchase!
Currently running 50/17 which is pretty comfortable and not tiring at all even going uphill at highgate wasnt that bad. The fit was really comfortable and going on to the drops doesnt feel like i'm overstretching at all. But, for some reason, it seems like I forgot how to skid >.> been at least close to 6 months coming since I rode my last fixed gear. Can skip stop but not skid so dont even try to ask for a skid. Will start using this on the streets until i get the time to get to track. Still cant believe that it's so freaking nice to ride! Really cant recommend it enough.
I'll try and get some glamour shots this weekend.. Shame that the 'Shimano' on the seatpost is starting to fade. Will be getting some low profile rims soon, silver ones.
**Risers maybe? =D