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@Oddo
One way for me to justify the whole thing was that I already had "sooo many parts for it" (Spoiler I ended up buying quite a few components for it).
So in the beginning the key mantras were budget, practical and utilitarian but make it rad. A bike that is equal parts picnic-packing and shreddable ATB.
I guess budget went out of the window quickly. I suck at that. I always fuck up by buying nice bits.
Like the Raleigh, this was inspired by countless hours scrolling trendy retro klunkers on Instagram.
Stridsland, bluelug builds, studio rook, schoolyard projects, toastyrides.
But also my buddies own Marin I get to ride when I am in London,
Some bikes by @JonasGeitus
Klunker
@Madhias Panasonic City Cat
and of course, all the shenanigans @Maj has been up to.
Here, have a sloppy moodboard for your viewing pleasures.
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