Specialized Hardrock Drop Bar Conversion - Part.1

[@mojojojo6852]

"When you're like halfway through a projekt and you forget something, it can be so frustrating. But the main thing is, you just gotta stay patient. It's gonna work out. And it's a learning experience. So it's not a big deal." - Well said, man. Everybody who's done projects like these has felt the same frustration. The best thing about it: Mistakes make you a better mechanic! Absolutely.

[@slimboykip]

Word - love this comment thanks!

[@royalmoline9197]

DONT STOP MAKING NEW CONTENT!!! ALWAYS PROGRESS! ALWAYS POST! Your channel deserves to blow up!!!

[@slimboykip]

Thanks for the support! More soon, just taking a summer break

[@omareduardotroncoso107]

Amazing bike 👏👏

[@slimboykip]

Thanks - happy riding!

[@DELFUNK2015]

Great stuff, as usual Clay!

[@slimboykip]

Thanks for watching dude!!

[@andyhorton9732]

Great video - just starting out on a similar project over here in the UK and your vids are great for helping me build up the confidence to get started 👍

[@slimboykip]

That’s awesome to hear! Good luck with your project.

[@michaelreber469]

Now I want to do a bike project.

[@slimboykip]

You should!

[@w3rd645]

cool video! i did a very similar conversion with a 1999 bianchi osprey mtb an ive been heavily considering making youtube videos about future builds and cycling in general. cheers

[@thecuriousquest]

Where abouts do you live? Looks like some good terrain! Edit...super dope build! Breathing new life into old rigs is awesome!

[@stasionisas]

Hi, friend! Great project! Could you mention if the original Vbreak or Cantilever works well with the STI levers? I want to convert my Hardrock in a Gravel, but I fear for de break functioning... Cheers from Brazil!!!

[@slimboykip]

Hey dude, good question. Most STI levers have a short cable pull which makes them work with cantilever or mini v-brakes. If you want to use linear pull V-brakes, you need specific linear pull levers for them or an adapter that modifies the cable pull - like those from Problem Solvers. If in doubt check out your local bike shop for advice!! Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@slimboykip]

By the way - the cantilever brakes im using in my vid are short pull and they work well with the shifter/levers

[@odairjosebezerra5613]

Linda 👏👏 parabéns pra você 👏 top baik🇧🇷

[@slimboykip]

Thank you!

[@jcaron6118]

Hey man, nice bike! I am on the same project, what is your derailleur/shiter setup? (Going to the second video right now, hope it’s there!)

[@slimboykip]

Hey thanks! I'm using all used 10 speed sram parts - road shifter/levers and a gx 10 speed rd. These are compatible across mtb and road. Good luck on your build!

[@ЕгорГригорьев-г3з]

how much does this bike weigh? Thanks

[@chalkzaldivar6543]

Waht bottle cage did you use? 😁

[@slimboykip]

These are the original ones (or at least came on the bike) I think they’re by blackburn

[@226557547]

What is the stem on that bike? 31.8?

[@slimboykip]

It’s a 31.8 clamp diameter, 35mm reach stem by crust bikes

[@bigbadstretch13yrago]

I seriously had to stop watching because the upside-down footage every 5-10 seconds was like watching a movie with an kid with A.D.D having the remote control.... really challenging to watch. Pity, it was good footage....ugh!😒

[@joseomarcasillasflores2929]

Really liked your work and fun right there mate! Cheers from México, have good rides out there 🤠👌

[@slimboykip]

Much appreciated - Glad you enjoyed it!