Alpine built

D.B. Alpine, 4
Originally uploaded by Big.Col

Got it bolted together last night and this morning. In an initial build state just now, still need to decide stem height, sort out the cables, perhaps a bigger chain ring, smaller brake rotor at the back. The front mech needs a proper shim - seat tube is 29.8, collar is 31.8. The gear cable guides have no intermediate stops so you need a full cable the whole length. Just had a spin around the block, off the obligatory steps. First impression is the slack head angle, second is it's easy to lean back and flick/manual the front. Build isn't too heavy, feels lighter than the Instigator. Hope I get a chance to hit the mountains soon...