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Old 12-09-19, 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Johnnyyuma
Hey all,
Was thinking it would be fun to "build" a gravel grinder after seeing many cheap (sub 100s) 1980s/90s/early 2000s rigid mountanin bikes on craigslist. I already have a spare set of drop bars to use. I would like to get a straight (instead of curved) fork with a disk brake, preferably alloy. What are some nice, relatively cheap options? Would a modern fork fit an older bike? Would the geometry make sense?
if you are handy and have time it is a fun project
If u don't need newest bestist lightest but usable bike do it did and love my 1990's rockadille drop bar graveler.....
up and until i built up my new titanium cx bike.
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