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Originally Posted by TSXCman
I ordered a Shimano Ultegra Compact Groupset, now I am looking for some high level tips for my next steps in building a decent, bargain, commuter. My assumption are the following, and please comment if I am off:
1) Go to a cycle shop to use their fancy measuring device to determine the optimum frame geometry for me
2) Buy an aluminum or carbon fibre frame
3) Buy the remaining components
4) Watch/read tutorials and build in my living room
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I was going to use the same four step process you are going to use, but then I realized I valued my safety and well-being too much. I also found it was cheaper to buy the bike already put together, as I couldn't find everything I wanted on sale. If I built the bike it would fall apart and I would likely end up in traffic. That assumes I'd even make it out of the driveway. I was also concerned that once I had it all together it wouldn't be fit properly. Hence, I've bought three bikes. Two of them came with a free fitting, and I paid to have the other one fit. I upgrade components here and there, and put on what I can. I can do minor things like brake pads, wheels, chains, etc. I had the shop do my seat, as I couldn't get it properly. When it comes time to replace my group set, I'll likely just buy it and get them to do it for me. It'll save me time and frustration.
Good luck with your build. Please post some pictures during the process.