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Want to build
your own bike?

Thats awesome!
But probably overwhelming...

We put together this list to try
help get your head around things.

Please fire us a message with any questions through
the contact page and we'll try to help.
(This list will no doubt be edited over time.)

Where to Begin

    Frame
    Seatpost (Frame Specific!)
    Seatpost clamp or bolt (Frame Specific!)
    Saddle

    Headset
    Frame determines size
    1 Inch 1-1/8 Inch
    Fork determines type
    Threaded Ahead (Threadless)

    Quill to Ahead adaptor?
    Stem
    Stem shim (1Inch to 1 1/8 Inch)
    Stem cap (For Ahead headset only)
    Handlebars
    Bar shim?

    Wheels
    Front Back

    QR Skewers
    Front Back

    Tubes
    Front Back

    Tyres
    Front Back

Brakes

    Brake levers (V brakes require 'Long reach' levers)
    Left Right

    Brake calipers
    Front Back

    Barrel adjustors
    Brake cables
    Brake cable outer
    Ferrules

    Brake pads
    Canti Road V
    Front Back

    Cantis? Cable splitter + hanger!
    Front Back

    V Brakes? Noodles!
    Front Back

Drivetrain

    Bottom bracket
    Frame determines width
    68MM 73MM
    (Frame + cranks determines length)

    Cranks
    Chainring Bolts (1x, 2x, 3x specific!)

    Chainring(s)
    1x 2x 3x

    Chain
    Single Speed (1/8)
    5-8 Speed (3/32)
    9-11 Speed (11/128)

    Chain quicklinks
    Single Speed (1/8)
    5-8 Speed (3/32)
    9-11 Speed (11/128)

    Cassette or freewheel
    5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Gears

    Gear shifters
    Left Right

    Derailleur (Mech)
    Front Back

    Gear cables
    Gear cable outer
    Ferrules

Finishing touches

    Grips / Bartape
    Bar plugs
    Bottle Cage(s)

    Fenders (Mudguards)
    Front Back

    Pedals
    Left Right

    Lights
    Front Back

    Racks
    Front Back