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10-15-21, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by mstateglfr

That bike may work perfectly for what you need, but just some things to consider-

132.5mm spacing is not common now. Itll fit 130 road or 135 mtb hubs, but it isnt common.
Fixed derailleur hanger is not common now. All my bikes have them so clearly I dont care, but many people do care. Just an FYI to think about.
IS mount brake location is not common now. It works, but its not as common and may require some workarounds when figuring out what to use for brakes and drivetrain.
Quick release is not common now. It works, but the trend on mid-higher end frames has been thru axle for sometime now.
That frame is not light for titanium, at least based on the company's weight claim.

Ohh. That's a nice input. Thanks. I will pass then. I can do it. No problem. But will probably keep looking for something more common for now. I wouldn't want to waste a lot of time building a bicycle.

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