Building a bike starting with a frame and adding components to it. If you're starting with tubes that's "framebuilding".
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Building bike from scratch: why more expensive than pre-built?
I was going to ask about the pros and cons of building one's bike from scratch, but I came to the conclusion that I'm not going to do it (asking and building).
Now my question is: why is it (usually, if we leave the silly high-end prices alone) more…
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Should I sell a custom built mountain bike as a full bike or break it into parts?
I have a bike that I have built up over the last few years. It's a good bike and works as it is, with a good quality components. However, I want to sell it. Is it best to sell it broken down as parts or as a full bike?
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Building a beginner trial bike
I'm slowly turning my XC biking time into trial sessions. For now I'm only doing some track stands, endo's and wheelies, but I'm probably going to go for more as soon as I can do these properly. I'm probably never going to reach the level of Danny…
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Unknown bike parts
I just purchased a bike online and recieved it yesterday. It has a few parts that I was hoping someone could help identify.
I'm not sure what any of these are, but the two rings are metallic:
I have no idea what these two plastic things and strap…
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Australia: I'd love to build a budget urban bike on a budget, where can I find parts like frames and wheels at prices comparable to bike shop builds?
I would love to own a low maintenance functionality/comfort focused bike.
I am thinking:
8 speed internal hub
belt driven
relaxed geometry
touring/cruiser handlebars
pannier rack
aluminium frame
This kind of bike doesn't exist in Australia - at…
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Building a bicycle using a service
I want to build a bicycle but I'm lacking the facilities to do a paint job etc at my place. I want to use an online 'build a bike' website but one that offers a great selection o colours, accessories and frames. I thought about buying lots of…
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Pedals won't turn while riding
Rebuild bike converted to a single speed. Using a tensioner on the chain. Have a three ring chainring and using the high gear (46T) and a 16T cog. Bike spins great on the work stand but riding it I can't get the pedals to work. Can't understand why…
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