Haven't been here much recently, but stoked to discover this thread!
This is the kind of thing I've mostly been building and riding over the past year.
A few recent examples, with a few more projects hopefully on the way in a similar mode...
Custom Bontrager CX:
Chris Chance Chris Cross...
If you don't use a handjob stop on a bike that comes with one you are committing the most cardinal of sins.
V-brakes nowhere near this, please!
M900 would be nice on this. I'd run the whole group with an M950 RD in the back, so you can pretend you're a NORBA racer trying out a prototype...
Took this new one up the mountain on Saturday, with some borrowed bags, for a little overnight camping action with some friends...
Does sub-15hrs count as touring if I packed like a total idiot?
I feel very lucky to have it! Even more so in such impeccable condition.
The paint is pretty much flawless, and I don't think the bike had ever really been previously ridden.
Just finished a new project:
Undated (Late 90s/Early 00s) Chris Chance Chris X Cross (Serrota built).
Specced with a mix of new and old Kelly, IRD, Suntour XC Pro, M950, White Industries, Chris King, Nitto, Paul, WTB, Campy, Etc.
And a Unicantor!
This is going to be sooooooo good.
Can't wait to read and see more!
Fork looks stunning. Parts plan looks perfect for the era.
This one gets a big Hell Yes from me!
I'm 6ft on the nose. Shirt legs tho! And I've been wanting a bike to buy in the UK and leave at my parents house there for when I'm visiting. This would be a really strong contender and a great option...
I'd just have to mail a bunch of spare parts home!
@SquallyShowers I'm going to be back in...