Retro Specialized single speed pub bike!!

After thinking of a single speed for quite a while, a perfect example cropped up which I had to buy. Takes the Ritchey framed Rockhoppers up to 3....Think I have an addiction :shock:

So here's the new pub bike..... before and after a good clean and a few little tweaks.

Cheers,
James.

The day of collection:


After:





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Spec:

Frame: Specialized Rockhopper FS, Ritchey Nitanium 17"
Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z4 Flylight

Headset: FSA
Stem: RaceFace Ride
Handlebar: RaceFace Ride
Grips: ODI Yeti
End caps - ODI
Brakes: Avid single digit 10
Brake Pads: Avid
Brake Cables: Avid
Brake Levers: Avid single digit 5

Cassette: 24 Seven
Chain: HG91
Cranks: Specialized 'strongarm'
Bottom Bracket: Shimano
Pedals: DMR V8
Hub Skewers: Shimano rear, Acor front
Rims: Alex TA19 rear, Ritchey Rock Comp Front
Hubs: Ritchey front, Formula rear
Tyres: Michelin Run'r 1.40
Tubes: ???
Saddle: Vertu 'Spider'
Seatpost: Cansucc 30.9 Never heard of it!

Looks good! Been scouring the 'bay for a tiny one without any luck. How is the seat comfort-wise? I ran a Tioga Spyder a couple of years ago (pivotal BMX version though so not a lot of give) and found it pretty harsh but I'm tempted to give one of those a go on my new build as they look a bit more compliant.

Re:

Cheers!!
Yeah, the saddles not to bad really. There is a little bit of give and you can feel it flex. Without padded shorts is it a little harsh, can definitely feel it but with some on its fine. Not sure how it would feel off road, sat down on a steep climb tho!

Ha! Cheers! I'll give it a go.