the above shots show the process of stripping the frame of paint and components.
the beginning. a 2009 GT Outpost with Rockshox Recon fork.
the straightness of the chain on a single speed is of upmost importance.
the detail of the GT derailleur hanger could not be replaced.
the project needed to have a pop of color. I chose red anodized aluminum components for flair.
the Frankenbike 2018.
New Paint / Kenda Honey Badger up front, Continental Trail King in the back / Bontrager crank and new BB / Fabric Scoop Radius saddle / Avid BB7 brakes / Shimano 180mm rotor in front / Fresh brake housing/cables / Ai bottle cage / Wolftooth Components crank bolts
some post-project process shots. 1) Surly Singleator chain tensioner and GT hanger. 2) red inlay GT emblem. 3) single speed conversion and chain line.
