Hi all
I am looking for some advice on my very first build of a bike.
My mate gave me a 2007 a Scott Aspect frame ( forks and seat post) a while back and it’s been sitting out in the shed.
I have been looking for a new commuter bike after my old one ( it was pretty old ) got stolen from my local shops. So I am putting two and two together and I am going to build up the scott.
I am doing this for a number of reasons.
1. I have been looking for AGES for a hardtail to turn into a commuter and I just haven’t been able to find anything that I like.
2. I know NOTHING about maintaining a bike – so I figure this will be an excellent way of learning without having to fiddle with my good XC bike
3. I like the frame and I think I will get a sense of achievement out of building it.
I am without a doubt going to need a lot of help from here, as well as my LBS.
Now, I know that building up a bike is going to cost a bit – and yes, I could just go out and buy XX brand bike new... but look at point 2 & 3 above!
So here we go. Here is the original specs of the bike:
http://www.bikepedia.com/Quickbike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2008&Brand=Scott&Model=Aspect+20&Type=bike
Below are some of the parts that I am looking to purchase from CRC. The sizing of different components confuses the sh!t out of me, but I think I have most of it correct ( I certainly can’t afford to get something wrong – so if anyone sees something that won’t fit – give me yell ).
Bike will be used for a 30km round trip to work everyday.
Shimano XT Rear Derailleur M771 ($62)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=20698
Shimano XT Front Derailleur Conventional M771 (31.8 & 34.9mm Dual Pull) ($43)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=20685
Shimano XT Shifter Pod 9sp M770 F&R Pair (70570 & 70571) ($90)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=20701
Shimano Deore Cassette 9 Speed HG50 11-32 ($30)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=443
Shimano Deore Chainset M590 175mm 4-Bolt 22.32.44 Black ($75)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=40496
Shimano Bottom Bracket Octalink ES5168-113mm ($52)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=908
Shimano HG93 Chain 9 Speed ($26)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=656
Would anyone recommend anything different on the above – or has anyone noticed something which isn’t going to fit the frame and or other parts.
I was also hoping someone could recommend me a set of brakes that would be suitable and a headset – which I have no idea about.
I will get a wheel set from Australia ( 6 point rotors ) as well as a bar, grips and seat from my LBS.
Any advice on this build up would be great. Looking forward to it - but want to make sure I don't screw it up!
Cheers
I am looking for some advice on my very first build of a bike.
My mate gave me a 2007 a Scott Aspect frame ( forks and seat post) a while back and it’s been sitting out in the shed.
I have been looking for a new commuter bike after my old one ( it was pretty old ) got stolen from my local shops. So I am putting two and two together and I am going to build up the scott.
I am doing this for a number of reasons.
1. I have been looking for AGES for a hardtail to turn into a commuter and I just haven’t been able to find anything that I like.
2. I know NOTHING about maintaining a bike – so I figure this will be an excellent way of learning without having to fiddle with my good XC bike
3. I like the frame and I think I will get a sense of achievement out of building it.
I am without a doubt going to need a lot of help from here, as well as my LBS.
Now, I know that building up a bike is going to cost a bit – and yes, I could just go out and buy XX brand bike new... but look at point 2 & 3 above!
So here we go. Here is the original specs of the bike:
http://www.bikepedia.com/Quickbike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2008&Brand=Scott&Model=Aspect+20&Type=bike
Below are some of the parts that I am looking to purchase from CRC. The sizing of different components confuses the sh!t out of me, but I think I have most of it correct ( I certainly can’t afford to get something wrong – so if anyone sees something that won’t fit – give me yell ).
Bike will be used for a 30km round trip to work everyday.
Shimano XT Rear Derailleur M771 ($62)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=20698
Shimano XT Front Derailleur Conventional M771 (31.8 & 34.9mm Dual Pull) ($43)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=20685
Shimano XT Shifter Pod 9sp M770 F&R Pair (70570 & 70571) ($90)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=20701
Shimano Deore Cassette 9 Speed HG50 11-32 ($30)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=443
Shimano Deore Chainset M590 175mm 4-Bolt 22.32.44 Black ($75)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=40496
Shimano Bottom Bracket Octalink ES5168-113mm ($52)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=908
Shimano HG93 Chain 9 Speed ($26)
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=656
Would anyone recommend anything different on the above – or has anyone noticed something which isn’t going to fit the frame and or other parts.
I was also hoping someone could recommend me a set of brakes that would be suitable and a headset – which I have no idea about.
I will get a wheel set from Australia ( 6 point rotors ) as well as a bar, grips and seat from my LBS.
Any advice on this build up would be great. Looking forward to it - but want to make sure I don't screw it up!
Cheers