Originally Posted by
M Rose
So for those of you that would build a bike, what frame would you start with? What would your dream components be?
If I could find a brand new Soma Grand Rando frameset (white/red 2.0, canti version) size 54, I would buy it in a heartbeat.
11 speed is the best option in terms of groupset age, wide aftermarket support and best inter brand compatibility. I would put Ultegra Di2 on it, Paul Mini Motos, 650b 42mm slicks, an ITM Ti quill, got a 45mm Nitto B135AA Rando handlebar and a new set of A600 pedals stashed away. I'm just building a new wheelset for my Peugeot, after a crash would use those (Ambrosio rims, Miche hubs).