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@Veloshrimp
Price drop to £500 as I need to downsize before moving house.
I built this bike in Feb 2017 after having the top tube repaired professionally by Carbon Bike Repair in Leatherhead. Since then it has seen a fair bit of milage and can say that I trust the durability of this frame and its repair. It is a bit of a mongrel though I feel that its the best part about it.
The wheels I built for this bike were the first I had a go at and I messed up the lacing. They've lasted well over 6 years like this and I cannot doubt their integrity.
Spec:
Frame & Fork: 2015 BMC Granfondo GF01 51cm with Boardman road disc fork.
Wheels: Halo Vapour 32h laced to Shimano XT M8000 hubs.
Tyres: Pirelli Cinturato Classic 25c set up tubeless with Muc-Off valves and Orange Seal sealant.
Brakes: Shimano XT M8000 hydro brake set with Shimano RT99 140mm disc rotors and new brake pads.
Cranks: SRAM rival 170mm with Sram Force 50t narrow wide chainring. SRAM GXP press-fit BB
Gear set: Shimano XT M8000 shifter and derailleur with 11-42 cassette and Wipperman Connex chain.
Finishing kit: Specialized alloy bars (680mm), Specialized alloy stem (100mm). Kalloy 2 pin setback seatpost (27.2mm x 350mm), Prologo Zero 2 saddle (Steel rails are a little bit rusty) Elite Bottle cages. Brand new ODI x Vans lock on grips with Hope bar ends.
Pedals: Random alloy off brand flat pedals with sealed bearings, running smooth.
The bike has been thoroughly checked over and serviced with fresh mineral oil and a new gear cable.
There are some scratches and scuffs here and there as expected with a bike that has been used over 6 years. It has never had any serious crashes (surprisingly).
I will supply a spare cassette of the same ratio and if I can find them, I think I have some chains that still have some life left in them though I will not hold my breath.
I feel that I no longer need this in my collection as it has been gathering dust of late. It would be great to see somebody else enjoy this bike as much as I have done over the years and as attached as I am to this, it is also an exercise for myself to let go, regardless of my fondness or attachment.
I am open to offers and will be able to deliver so long as the journey home is easy on public transport.
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