I think this could be the first of many posts. I decided to build my own bike, despite not really knowing much about bikes. But I do want to learn.
My question to get me going is this:
The frame I have bought has mounts for downtube shifters. Does this mean I have to use them, or can I get away with the bar end shifters I have also got? And how does this affect the rest of the gear I get? I have a Shimano 600 chainset, but nothing else so far...
Also, Is this a massive can of worms?
If you fancy having a laugh at total amateur trying to build a bike, read this:
http://fixinabike.wordpress.com/2010/09/24/so-far/
Thanks!
My question to get me going is this:
The frame I have bought has mounts for downtube shifters. Does this mean I have to use them, or can I get away with the bar end shifters I have also got? And how does this affect the rest of the gear I get? I have a Shimano 600 chainset, but nothing else so far...
Also, Is this a massive can of worms?
If you fancy having a laugh at total amateur trying to build a bike, read this:
http://fixinabike.wordpress.com/2010/09/24/so-far/
Thanks!