Category Archives: cycling

steamroller – back from the shop

Posted on 08/25/2010 by dan

Got my frame back from Reser Bicycles today and they did a nice job with the prep. Cleaned out the seat tube, installed the headset and prepped the bottom bracket. I did some test fits of the seatpost and stem … Continue reading →

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steamroller – parts decisions

Posted on 08/25/2010 by dan

Second guessing some parts choices I made early on. First is my choice of cranks and whether these things are going to clash. I think the Paul Components “Royal Flush” is cool, but I also am wondering if it will … Continue reading →

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Paul Components e-levers & Chris King

Posted on 08/22/2010 by dan

The parts keep arriving, however for as many parts as I’ve already ordered, there are still a lot of others that I need and I’ve not even began assembly. I hope to get the frame into the LBS this week … Continue reading →

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phil wood BB

Posted on 08/19/2010 by dan

Bottom bracket kit from Phil Wood arrived today. It’s a shame most of it will stay hidden inside the BB shell.

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steamroller – wheels

Posted on 08/18/2010 by dan

Wheels are important, decided to go out all out on these. I feel like some of this build is going high-end, but I figure I’m also purchasing parts that will last forever and can be transferred from frame to frame. … Continue reading →

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streamroller – parts update

Posted on 08/16/2010 by dan

First round of parts orders are in From Velo Orange Nitto Noodle Bar VO Stem, 17-degree from Phil Wood BRS10S Stainless Steel Bottom Bracket (68/73mm Campagnolo 110.5) BMRBI British Stainless Cups BMRTC0 installation tool from Aspire VeloTech Chris King NoThreadSet … Continue reading →

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New Project – Surly Steamroller

Posted on 08/12/2010 by dan

My new Surly Steamroller frameset arrived yesterday, and thus begins what will no doubt be an interesting project. Here’s a quick rundown of what I’m thinking component wise for this build. Nothing is set in stone and I’m still obsessing … Continue reading →

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my on/off/on addiction to cycling.

Posted on 02/18/2009 by dan

Growing up I spent more time on a bike than I did walking (that’s how it felt, at least). Starting in elementary school and all the way through college I was out pounding the pavement every day after school. On … Continue reading →

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