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Origin 8 Scout 29er Single Speed

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 This was a build from the ground up.  My only two requirements were steel & single speed.  I found the frame locally on craigslist from a guy who bought it new, but never built it up.  Aside from the dirt and dust from his garage, this frame was in "like new" condition and only $50.   My inspiration was the Surly Karate Monkey.  Frankly, I'm too cheap to pony up and buy one new so I pieced together my own version.  Almost everything on this bike is pre-owned with the exception of the steel surly fork (these are nearly impossible to find used).  The graphics on the frame were hideous, so the 1st order of business was a paint job.  I had it professionally stripped and powder-coated a matte white.  No decals or stickers on it.  I was going for a minimalist, cop-car inspired look.  I love how it turned out.  I've been buying Origin 8 products for years but never a bike frame.  I realize this is a budget steel frame, but it rides like a dream.
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Build Specs:
  • Frame - Origin 8 Scout 29er (22in)
  • Fork - Surly steel 29er fork
  • Wheels - Not-sure :) They came off a Karate Monkey but have been de-stickered
  • Hubs - Surly (rear is single speed specific)
  • Tires - Tubeless Continental X King (29 X 2.4)
  • Brakes - Avid BB7 
  • Gear Ratio - 40 front, 22 rear (1.8 gear ratio)
  • Saddle - Charge Spoon
  • Seatpost - Easton EC70
  • Handlebar - Salsa (not sure of the model)
  • Brake levers - Avid Speed Dial 7
  • Grips - Ergon GS1

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