Genesis Equilibrium 853

So, not really a project as it's finished now but more a showcase of the great work of Fitzrovia and simple exhibitionism.

I've been riding alu geared bikes for 4-5 years now (Specialised Sequoia, Condor Agio) and finally decided to go all steel.

Originally I was going to go with a custom Roberts but it was slightly out of my price range. The new Genesis range has just been announced and it seemed like the right choice;

• nice colour (I really like the 853 homage)
  
• 853 tubing
  
• available quickly
  
  

My spec was as follows:

• Shimano Ultegra 6800 11 speed (39/53)
  
• TRP RG957 deep drop brakes, Swisstop pads
  
• 3T Egronova Carbon bars LTD edition
  
• Chris King Sotto Voce headset
  
• Thomson post, stem
  
• Specialised Toupe Pro
  
  • Wheels: H Plus Son, Ultegra 6800 hubs, Sapim spokes, Conti 4 Seasons
    
• Curana C-Lite guards
  
  

Steerer has been trimmed but with 30cm of spacers so I can dial it in. Likewise, saddle is untouched so need to get best position.The bar tape is a close match to the green accents but not exactly, I kind of like it though!

So frustrating not being able to get on it and speed off immediately but that's what the weekend is for. Bike will primarily for long rides (50+ miles) touring and sportives.

Pics from the Fitzrovia blog, I felt like a proper proud father getting back to my workplace in Soho. Immediate thoughts are the hoods, shifters and levers are fantastic, shifting is very smooth as well. Coming from 105 I could barely feel it.

Massive thanks to the guys who are super relaxed and did a great jobbing with sourcing, pricing and building. Massive recommendation from me.

I have no idea how to resize and attach pics so if someone is more technically minded than me can tell me, please do!

http://www.fitzroviabicycles.com/products/genesis-equilibrium-853-build/