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Frameset has arrived, paint looks really good in the flesh and all the key bits seem to be well finished.

This isn't his Christmas present so it'll be in storage until early next year when I can get all the tools and extras together (e.g. BB - any recommendations on BSA Shimano style BBs?)

That was my backup option as the mark-up on western branded carbon framesets is often pretty crazy.

I went for the cinelli in the end, will post up some pics once it arrives.

I think you make a fair argument and that's what I did for his past season. But for the cost of a frame, chainring, cassette and some other small bits I probably wouldn't get the same standard of complete bike at the end - I'm also thinking about peace of mind around the condition of everything & warranties.

Edit: re: sizings, he's had a good growth spurt recently and the frame I'm looking at is probably top end of what fits him now - should be able to accommodate him for a couple of seasons at least by changing saddle height, position & stem length.

My son is moving up to 2nd year C cat in 2025 and looking to be competitive in national races. We've previously gotten by on 'do it all' bikes - he's currently riding a Giant TCX that can be used for CX in the winter, but the frame is on the heavier side. I'm looking to build something up using parts we already have (sans frameset), with some minor adaptations for youth racing (mainly due to gear restrictions).

Frame - hopefully something carbon, perhaps this, maybe something second hand? Otherwise a lighter weight AL frameset suitable for discs.
Groupset - I have a full GRX 1x, hydraulic disc gruppo that can mostly be re-used with some adaptations.
Chainring - Needs to be 34T (with 12T smallest sprocket) or 40T (with 14T smallest sprocket) for C gearing. I'm leaning towards 34 as there's more options for the cassette, without having to block off gears. Also means when he moves up to B category I could just replace the chainring with a 36T.
Cassette - Been hearing good things about ZTTO/ZRACE options from ali express.
Wheels - I have some Mavic Aksium wheels that will do for a start. Probably first upgrade after the initial build will be Chinese carbon wheels. Youth racers are restricted to 35mm depth.

Misc - Ideally I would put on some 36cm wide bars

I'm looking to build it up myself mostly, would be my first time so also need to invest in some tools!

Does anyone have contacts or knowledge of the youth sessions or events (races) open to youth riders?

My son is 11 and fully accredited at Glasgow velodrome (we're now based in Scotland), but we've got friends in NE London who would love to see him riding/racing and it would be nice to tie in a trip with some riding/racing.

Very late to this on my annual login. Such sad news. Sending love from the North and small donation.

Many thanks

This is perhaps the oldest of thread resurrections, but I was wondering if anyone has the ability to contact WiganWill these days and whether they might share.

DM me if so.

So Milltag website says XL = 41in chest for the men's Pro jersey

Would be interested to find out too.

Anyone with similar chest size got the previous run? Interesting that they do sizing of pit to pit and weight but not a recommended chest circumference.

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Wibble

I was a little worried that having not looked at this for 2 months I may have missed the window.

Thanks forum, never change.

I'm in

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Selling this size M 'Yeah Bwoy' tee from the good old days.

I've hardly worn it at all so it's essentially in perfect condition. I'm up in Aberdeen so unless you happen to be up here it will be posted to you.

£10 + postage

Sounds like it will be a good one. I think I'm due to be in the lake district that weekend unfortunately.

I will have a beer myself to mark the occasion

@spotter

I moved up to Scotland three years back after having a mini Wibble. Still riding (intermittently) but I live in the country so mainly on gears these days.

I do occasionally pop back to lfgss for the wealth of info. Miss you guys

Absolutely bloody no one.. none of you lot have wised up and moved to Scotland yet?

True gentleman. RIP

Saw Teddy and his friends on the Tweed run crossing at Oxford circus.. Good timing. Didn't really recognise many other faces though

Now gone, thanks for the interest people.

I've got a 6 speed 700c rear wheel which needs a good home.

Mavic rim, shimano hub, can send pictures on request. Comes with a decent tyre and inner tube.

You can pick it up from Peckham

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