There are a few (more) niche brands that used to do a neat job of either semi-custom builds in house or frame-only/rolling-chassis builds that shops or customers could finish off. Even if they’re more expensive upfront it generally reflects a higher long term value. And let’s face it, if someone is looking for the fanciest rear derailleur for a fixed amount of money it’s probably on a rig from a much larger brand.
It seems these companies are all pushing completes these days, often with a mis-match of whatever wheels, cockpit, and dropper post was the cheapest to buy relative to its SRP. Clearly it comes down to money, more money specifically, and that’s their choice, but it’s… boring?
Feb. 3, 2023, 7:24 a.m. - Andrew Major
There are a few (more) niche brands that used to do a neat job of either semi-custom builds in house or frame-only/rolling-chassis builds that shops or customers could finish off. Even if they’re more expensive upfront it generally reflects a higher long term value. And let’s face it, if someone is looking for the fanciest rear derailleur for a fixed amount of money it’s probably on a rig from a much larger brand. It seems these companies are all pushing completes these days, often with a mis-match of whatever wheels, cockpit, and dropper post was the cheapest to buy relative to its SRP. Clearly it comes down to money, more money specifically, and that’s their choice, but it’s… boring?