Specification
 
* Frame: hand built Reynolds 631 tubing
* Forks: with low rider and mudguard bosses
* Gears: Shimano Deore XT rear mech, Shimano Tiagra front mech
* Shifters: Shimano Tiagra
* Chainset: Stronglight with 48 38 and 28 tooth chainrings
* Brakes: Simano BR-CT91 cantilever brakes
* Wheels: Shimano HB-M760 XT hubs with Mavic A719 rims
* Tyres: Conti Top Touring 2000 700c
* Bars: ITM racing super 330
* Stem: Alloy adjustable
* Saddle: Brooks B17 titanium
* Seatpost: Micro adjustable alloy
* Pedals: Shimano A530 SPD single sided touring
 
The bike
Hand made by: Ellis Briggs, Shipley
Type: tourer
Completed: June 2007
 
Thanks to John Briggs
For help, advice and encouragement. Also for sticking to principles of good bike design, taking advantage of local skills and services and the use of sturdy traditional materials - like steel. It is a truly beautiful bike.
The bike would be ready by the end of June, so not much time for training and preparation.