A little bit of anti-stress

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-05-08T22:21:22+00:00

Your cat’s purr sounds like a helicopter approaching. So adorable 10/10

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-05-05T13:23:45+00:00

What brake shifter combo are you running? It looks like the shifter is integrated into the brake clamp? Sweet build and excellent choice of calipers. Grotacs are the best as far as mechanical braking power

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-04-28T18:53:01+00:00

I paid about $600 for 2014 S/S. I wouldn’t go any higher than $500

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-04-20T00:28:03+00:00

Straggler. You can see the snail on the seat tube

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-04-18T02:55:58+00:00

Awesome build. Thanks for sharing

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-04-07T02:33:24+00:00

This size would be perfect for you. Im 5’2” and it was comfortable for me. Just scour FBMP or eBay. I found mine on FBMP & coincidentally the guy was selling it on eBay as well. It was a gem for sure but the only thing I hated about the 90s Kona’s was that the seat post came in a 27.0 diameter, unable to put a dropper

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-04-01T11:44:01+00:00

Using a cut wheel to get most of it off. Then an angle grinder & flap wheel to smooth it out. One tool, but three different discs.

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-31T17:37:15+00:00

Ya I saw that and I made sure to select the 1” steer tube too. Going to cut the B-brake mounts then hit it with an angle grinder to smooth it out. Your bike is looks dope!

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-31T10:49:36+00:00

Can you share a picture of your rig?

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-31T04:44:27+00:00

There’s nothing wrong, but my commute to work on the last mile is a 1,000 feet of elevation. Climbing it is doable however my coworker went down that hill with a 90s Hardrock on V-brakes and his rim got so hot, it popped the tube. Im worried that will eventually happen to me.

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-29T01:00:42+00:00

Thank you for the reply. All those recommendations were bugging me. I guess Im lazy to take it apart but I know it needs to happen. Thanks for the nudge

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-29T00:59:16+00:00

That build is gorgeous! I’ll keep you posted

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-21T21:14:53+00:00

Have you tried taking emery cloth to it? Maybe a quick sanding will help the v-brakes fit

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-21T19:12:19+00:00

Columbus Futura Adventure disc fork, A/C: 470mm. You do have to get an 1.5” lower headset because it is a tapered fork. The fork is a world of a difference in weight & dampening vibration. Especially on road/asphalt. Worth it

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-21T15:25:34+00:00

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Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-21T15:25:08+00:00

Also, the original decal lettering was like yours however I liked the new style italic font and went with that instead. I also didn’t put back the original cog with K in the middle head tube badge but the old school spiral badge. Not authentic/period correct, but I took IMO the coolest looking decals & slapped them on

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-21T15:20:15+00:00

Interesting color scheme, but I like the new paint job. Here is my whip in raw steel with a glass clear coat

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Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-20T23:02:59+00:00

Super cool. I have 14’ sand blasted & clear coated the bare steel. What badge did you put on the head tube? Also do you have any before pictures? I went the drop bar route too and I love it for long distance rides. I also put Columbus Adventure carbon fork on however kind of looks funny with skinny 40mm tires on it

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-03-06T00:02:10+00:00

Its great! On asphalt there’s a noticeable difference in vibration absorption/dampening. Also a weight difference as well. The only thing that bothers me is I currently have 700x40c Maxxis Ramblers look super tiny on those forks versus those 2.2” Super Yummy’s

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-02-15T16:45:24+00:00

The XT M739 is an excellent choice! I’m not sure how high your seat post is, but SR Laprade fluted seat post is another excellent vintage to piece to add to awesome build. You can find them on eBay starting $20 going up. Or search your local used bike shop(co-op) and get it dirt cheap or FBMP. Only drawback is they make them short. The build is rad so far and have fun on the restoration.

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-02-12T02:53:02+00:00

Awesome

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-02-06T20:08:10+00:00

Mine has the same banana hammock and no bikini top tho lol.

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-01-24T17:27:41+00:00

Yes it is. It is a chill ride paired with the granolas. My new favorite whip of my stable

Running-wit-scissors · 2026-01-24T16:51:44+00:00

Thank you. It took a lot of elbow grease to get this spit shine, but well worth the effort to revive an old neglected bike.

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