Gravel Bike Build - Budget Hardtail Mtb conversion
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- čas přidán 31. 12. 2020
- I picked this specialized hard rock up for $ 375 including the bars to hopefully replace my stolen ebike with a gravel bike. This is my video of the conversion. All the parts were either spare parts, sourced from Amazon, or bought from a local bike shop.
Crankset: www.amazon.com/CYSKY-Mountain...
34t round chainring: www.amazon.com/JGbike-Chainri...
If you have any questions about the tools or methods used please let me know in the comments.
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Good job. We all gotta beat the industry trends. Save MTB and convert it to gravel 👍🏻🤜🏼🤛🏼
Yeah, reduce reuse recycle
Its not gravel bike
@@ezcu1733 you might say not a gravel, still it is campable of what real gravel bike can do. And beside the idea of a gravel bike came from combined mountain bike and a road bike thats the idea, Its all just marketing dude...
@@ezcu1733 correct, it is better👍
@@joneugenio2017 fully agree, besides: a (preferably cromo☝️😉) MTB frame can do more: enhanced tire clearance, stability, off- road geometry etc. Don't believe every stuff of the Gravel hype...
I did a build like this not so long back, using as many parts I had at home and spending as little as possible! Total build cost me about £30 or $42 super stoked with that!! 👍
Sweet! Budget projects are the best!
I am doing this very thing later this week. Thank you for this video. SO helpful.
Awesome!
I've had that same model since 2014. I was going to get a new bike, but the covid shortage put that on hold. So, I have been upgrading. The frame is solid.
Awesome, I have always wanted to do a frame build!
i also have the same model and still using it today
Daaaaamn!This was so cool!I was planning to do the same🤩mtb to gravel bike
Awesome!
I wish I could do this sort of thing myself. I can barely put the rear tire back on, let alone convert my MTB to gravel! These skills u have are valuable
Practice makes “close to perfect”😅
My son is planning on converting his MTB to Gravel
Thanks for sharing
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@Ezra Gavin Thanks so much for your reply. I found the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff atm.
I see it takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
i did a similar build, gravel bars with 25mm rise tektro brake levers. kept 2x10 deore drive chain added microshift bar end shifters (mtb type). on my norco charger. great fun to ride.
Pro(ish) tip; on mechanical disc brakes, cut the brake cable with less than an inch of extra length so that it CAN"T bend right and then get caught inside the holes or slots in the rotor. I know because someone at the shop I used to work at left about three inches of extra cable. The kid who bought it apparently went over the bars multiple times in one day of riding. Needless to say we were incredibly relieved he didn't break his nose or worse.
If this doesn't make sense imagine you have a brake rotor and stuck a small object into one of the holes in it as you're riding. The rotor will continue to rotate before violently stopping as that object tries to pass through the caliper.
Thanks for the tip. If the bent excess of the cable goes into the disc, that would not be good. I will keep your tip in mind! Thanks for watching!
I did this befor gravebikes were invented because I was always used to my roadbike handlebars. Jus had to experiment with the stem-lenght but It worked out really well. Viele Grüße
Awesome! This is a great option if you are on a budget.
Wo hast du die stis her? Das ist mein größtes Problem. Die sind übel teuer
@@berndkra5714Ich habe meine damals günstig bei einem Händler in Italien gefunden. Das ist aber nur Glückssache und es war lange bevor durch Covid der Liefernachschub schlecht geworden ist. Momentan ist eine schlechte und teure Zeit um Einzelteile zu kaufen.
@@kaffeemitcola6506 ich habe günstig gebrauchte ultegra bekommen 👍🏻
@@berndkra5714 Wenn man etwas sucht, Glück hat und nicht sofort etwas kaufen möchte findet man etwas. 🙋🏼♀️ 💪😊👍
i also have a hardrock sport frame and it is very solid frame.. i installed shimano deore groupset and brake set, rockshox fork, change the wheelset, change the handle bar to a straight bar. the performance is awesome!
Sounds like a fun setup, enjoy!
Good looking build. 😎👍 I have a 2012 Rockhopper 29er that I painted black, put a Surly Karate Monkey fork and some Maxxis Ardent Skin walls. Next are drop bars and a new group set. Been wanting to do this for some time but I already have a road bike and just got a new hardtail 29er. Your video just made up my mind. Again...Awesome build!!!!
Thank you! Have fun building and riding!
Awsome video mate! I did the same thing. Got a old Fuji Miracle frame. Used som old parts and bought Shimano Sora shifter. The bike is amazing! So fun to ride! Thanks again for an awsome video.
Thanks! Sounds like your build was a blast! It’s awesome to see other people having the same success!
@@theorangebaron1595 Yes! If you love riding a bike, any shape or form and enjoy fixing them, its the ultimat challange. The satisfaction when you realize how well it works. Hard to describe.
That's one sweet build.
Mine is a budget road bike, I converted it into a gravel bike. Replacing the 29 inch wheelset to 27.5 and putting sleek tires on it.
mine is 27.5 mtb and i want to convert it in gravel
@@ravi1544 I have seen some people doing that here. Turning their MTB to a gravel/monstercross bike. I've seen one irl and it looks good as well.
Some even turning their MTB into a tri-bike/TT bike
Please post more bike related videos. This is awesome! 👍
Thanks for the support, I noticed that bike videos are vastly more popular than my Rc planes, boats and cars. But these videos take time to make, and as a student, I am just getting time to make more videos, I will try to do another bike video!
Nice. "26 still rocking. Same over here. I need to get rit of my tapered bb and replace it with that hollow tech myself
Yeah, it’s not too noticeable compared to the square taper but some weight is saved and of course the 104bcd crankset for the 1x chaining is compatible.
This bike is actually a 29” but I’m sure a 26” would be just as fun!
@@theorangebaron1595 the bcd is measured the distance between the crank bolts right?
@@theorangebaron1595 my bad I thought I say 26 on the tires
@@aldrinclementina4297 Yes, the distance between two opposite bolt holes. I would not blame you for the tires, most gravel conversions do have 26”.
Stellar job, it look kickass.
Thank you so much!
Amazing man! Very inspiring !
Thanks!
Enlightening 👍, good idea for my MTB bike to be gravel 🙏 thanks for the video 🙏
Glad it was helpful!
F#*Kin good vid brutha! Thanks for passing the tips.
Muito bom trabalho 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Awesome build, I‘m planning to do a conversion to my MTB aswell. I‘m just worried about the incompatibility of the STIs and mtb break calipers
Gotta get those bikes keep up trend and functionality either Conversion and restoration.
Yeah my bike video was very successful but I am very busy as a student, and my interests constantly shift.
Thanks!
Well done 👍🏻
Thanks!
Good work 👍
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It was pretty nice!
Thanks!
Nice build !!
Much appreciated!
Nice bike..ill try that kind of setup in my 26er
Have fun
Did the same with my hard rock but converted it to a 29er single speed monster gravel. Gave it a copper s-works paint job too
Sounds awesome... I'd live to see that!
Nice build king
Thanks!
Well done 👍, I have new hard tail and forks there was thinking of doing the same thing 👍
Yeah, it’s a lot of fun!
Nice work sir! Subbed 👍👍👍
Thank you so much!
@@theorangebaron1595 where are you from?
Looks great. I'm a big fan of those Amazon/Ali Express crank/bb bundles. Light and robust. One thing though- on the NDS, is there enough crank spindle for both crank bolts to bite down on?
Yes, the two crank bolts that clamp the toothed crank around the toothed shaft are plenty secure.
@@theorangebaron1595 Excellent. Apologies for asking, knew you'd have it covered.
No problem, I make videos to teach and inspire!
Thinking about doing the same with my old hardtail. Can I ask where you found the bars?
hello .. where did you buy the handlebar? ... since I need the 1x8 thanks
Nice!!! Hopefully you can make a ride test and comments on this. Good job
I have ridden it and it is fun and fast. It is like a road bike (road bike speeds)but more capable on other terrain.
I have ridden it and it is fun and fast. It is like a road bike (road bike speeds)but more capable on other terrain.
@@theorangebaron1595 awesome
Clever guy.
Always doing things by the book. It looks great also.
But just do not lube cables, do not believe what others say regarding cable lubing.
That is not a motorcycle clutch cable that it needs to be lubed.
Regardless great work.
Thanks! But I learned from Park Tool that the lube does not lubricate the cable housing, but is prevents moisture from entering the system. But yeah, the Teflon inner coating is meant to be used bare.
@@theorangebaron1595 yes a great source.
I started with their Big Blue Book of bicycle repair and now also follow the Dealers Manuals on si.shimano.com.
Love Sram also but cannot afford it.
Nice gravel guys
Thanks!
The end result certainly looks solid but maybe you should invest in a decent cable cutter.😉
Hello there. and what is your frame size and height? did the landing become too long after the alterations?
nice inner tube trick, will try
Thanks!
Super cool
I agree!
Where did you source the shifters / handlebar from? Thanks.
Nice conversion! Im planning to do the same thing with my old mtb. Would you have information on the drop bar and shifters you used?
They are microshift 8 speed levers and the bars are from a GIANT brand road bike, I am not sure on the flare and drop specs but it is the narrowest adult size drop bar, with that said I would recommend much wider bars for a gravel bike!
What a great bike!.
I did the same convention using the same brake levers but the brakes can´t break well even after a lot of adjustments, the break lever don't pull enough cable to close the disc brakes, how did you solved that?
My brakes worked fine. Make sure you are properly pulling all of the slack out of the cables before adjusting your brakes.
I have converted my MTB to drop bar with Gripshift. I used cheap TRP 341 break levers with bb7 road calipers. I am happy to answer questions if anybody is interested. With rigid fork though.
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Would love an update on how it rides.
nice bike bro.
Thanks ✌️
Hello. where did you buy the brake handlebar assembly?
what type of shifters have u used?
Great video! Can you please link the crankset/bottom bracket parts you bought or list them? I have a 2014 Hardrock 29er disc and looking to go 1x. Thank you!
Sure!
Crankset: www.amazon.com/CYSKY-Mountain-Bracket-Chainring-Compatible/dp/B078MSVT6G
34t round chainring: www.amazon.com/JGbike-Chainring-Narrow-Mountain-Bicycle/dp/B07WCHTPWY?th=1&psc=1
I have the same bike, and just finished doing the 1 x conversion. I had to replace the rear wheel because it was bent, but I don't think the original 7 speed rear hub had room for a larger cassette. I used the same crankset as in the video. I went with microshift advent 9 speed. I try to avoid Amazon, but the local bike shops weren't really any help, and Amazon had everything I needed. I spent about $250 with tools and parts. Definitely worth it.
Modifikasi sepeda smkin mju dn bnyak variann ny yg trgantung selera kta masing 2
I'm surprised the microshift shifter works with an mtb derailleur. I just bought an 8 speed road style microshift shifter that is claimed to work with Claris which supposedly has a different cable pull. Interesting.
Yes, I researched this one and it worked with my deraliur. And the local bike shop reccomended it to.
Thanks for asking!
this build is great! when watching the build i noticed you put two spacers on the drive side, is the chainline good doing that? hope its bringing you joy and keep at it this is really awesome.
Yes, you have to measure the bottom bracket shell width to determine the spacer placement to get an optimal chain line. Thanks for watching!
Sometimes no spacers are needed. It all depends on the frame.
@@jameslefleur1970 I'm having problems with my chainline even using just one spacer, is It really ok to use no spacers? Like just metal to metal contact?
@@pedrodurrandon9969 Spacers are needed only to correct the chain line or if the cranks are touching the frame. Sometimes no spacers are needed. I actually don't have any in one of my bikes.
@@jameslefleur1970 Mine is a 26' so the frame is a bit older, even came with 2 of the spacers in the crankset side, so i guess I'll try to remove the one I left there
what brand of tires do u use and what size?
Привет! Нормально получилось, а вилку регидную не думаешь ставить?
Тоже недавно переделал MTB в Грэвл! получилось круто!
Sooo coollll
Were the levers fully compatible with the disk brakes calipers??
Thanks?
Yes they were, the travels were not too long, they were designed for gravel bikes(which commonly have disc brakes) given their 1x8 setup.
will imitate ,reconstruct my ghost mtb 2 gravel bike thanks
Nice. I can see that not only I did it :)
Yeah, these conversions are fun.
@@theorangebaron1595 I love such changes. These are new possibilities :)
A shorter stem is always needed for MTB to road bike conversion
I always remembered that road bikes have longer stems and mtbs shorter one. Reguardless It’s all up to preferably and how your bike fits you wether it be a long or short stem.
Thanks for watching!
What size chainring did you use?
nice videio men
Thanks!
Very cool, how many kilograms?
Try ko ito sa bike ko,pero compostable po ba sya?
Excelente 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks!
me i ask you? bro i was planning to do it my rd is 9 speed so ima gonna change my crank into 2x crank and my fd are going to change but my rd is it okay?if i have 9 speed rd and im going tou use a drop bar like yours it still going to work? when you shift it?
My setup was an 8 speed in the rear but as long as you get a 2x9 lever set that is compatible, you should be fine.
I’m currently planning to convert my mtb to a gravel bike so this was nice and very helpful. Btw when you replaced your cranks did you replace your chain as well? And do you need a rigid fork for a gravel bike or is it alright if i just leave my suspension forks on the bike?
Thanks for asking! The original chain should work but a new one is only like 10 dollars and it can be optimized for a 1x drivetrain. I would recommend a rigid suspension fork upgrade but they can be expensive. They do save lots of weights and increase efficiency though. The choice is up to you, I would recommend an aluminum one over a carbon one for durability and reliability. There are some ones on AliExpress for less than 100 dollars.
Thank you so much! I subbed too
Change front fork to rigid fork, decrease weight around 2 Kilos)))
Where can I get your drop bar?
très bien
what crank/bb is that?
I like
Just came across this today. Looks nice. Would you be able to give the actual model of the drop bars? I’m sure they’re not $75 anymore lol but I don’t care. I want them! :)
Unfortunately, I don’t think they are sold separately from the giant road bikes. I feel you, bars and levers can get pricy.
i think, Using corner bars would be more budget friendly and easier to the hands coming from a flat bar.
Congratulations on the build! May I ask what is the cable cutter you use at 4:35 ? Thank you!
They came with my 3d printer but you can buy them cheap under the name "precision flush cutter"
@@theorangebaron1595 Very good! Thank you!
Is this increase the speed?
can you say what bar exactly this one is? And is this transformation only possible with mechanic disc brakes?
I am not sure of the bars. Flared one would be ideal but they can be pricey. Hydraulic brakes are too expensive to get in a drop bar format. At this era of bikes, is most economic to use mechanical discs brakes for the drop bar levers.
What's the advantage of drop bars over flat /riser bars. I've never found any.
Thanks for asking! With drop bars you get more hand positions for longer rides and commutes and you can get tucked easier for less resistance against wind. Preference also plays a role.
Nice one I also convert mine into gravel, we're a bit similar but the main difference was my views were so low compare to your gigantic audience 😂💯🦋
Yeah, this one blew up for some reason. I’m not sure why!
Thanks for watching!
With the right tools (I used a simple bike tool kit czcams.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L that you can strap to the bike) it's simple to assemble. As a 270lb guy looking for a way to get more exercise that's easy on my feet I have been impressed by this bike. The tires ship with air in the tires, but before you ride you need to pump them up som more, but once you do you can ride with confidence. You'll definitely want to replace the seat if you're going to ride for any real distance, but that's the case with most bikes. I'm loving it and it has given me a hobby from my youth back.
Is it okay to use 2x or 3x chainring when converting to gravel bike or should it really be 1x
Assuming you want fast road speed and an easy climbing gear you're going to need either a large, wide range cassette at the back (and derailleur / shifter combo that can cope with that), OR a 2x setup.... 46/30 or a little smaller would be ideal.
Watching
Im planning to this on my 26er mtb idk if how much will it cost and if it is worth it. Can u help me or suggest any ideas for this. Thanks
I spent about 100 dollars in upgrades. Thanks for watching!
@@theorangebaron1595 thank u🥺
Hello where did you buy this handlebars? Tks
From a local community run used bike shop. Look around in your area, or online for similar bars locally, prices are much better if you buy used or local typically!
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How teeths does it have in chainring?
36t
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I struggle to understand how the new version is brtter compared to the previous 3x system which gave you way more gear range and was marginaly heavier.
I don’t need the resolution of gears that a 3x offers and the bottom bracket needed to be replaced and this was a great opportunity to make it 1x.
The best part is that you can do what you want with your bike!
Having the brakes not on the shifters just made me fear this thing so much
Nothing to worry about! The brakes are also in the shift levers. The extra brake levers are there for more upright riding. Both the extra and normal brake levers are perfectly functional!
It is a cross lever, knownly used for CX bikes
you do not change tire right ? still 26 inch tire ? may be change 700C35 wheel is better i guess.
They are 29in or 700cc wheels and tires right now, I still need to save up for gravel tires.
Is Sti lever shifter compatible to mtb rd?
The shifter is compatible with the rear mtv deraliur
Need to get that rigid for the full conversion.
Yes, I am working on sourcing an affordable rigid fork! Thanks for watching!
if you are converting a mountain bike to a gravel bike why change the gears why not leave them and only change the tires and the handle bar ?
Thanks for asking! To start, it is cheaper for 1x levers rather than levers for both sides. Less moving parts is less maintenance and if chosen properly I have all the gearing I need for road and off-road. I also wanted to experiment with a 1x as I have never ridden one before and so far it is awesome!
I have another set of tires for more road/commuting but I like the knobbies for now.
@@theorangebaron1595 how's the 1x drive train up steep hills and what size is the 1x cassete compared to the precious 3x cassete? Cheers
@@thomasdemalmanche1159 from what I saw the 1x used here is 36T, combined with what looks like a 11-34T rear cassette it should be alright for pretty steep climbs, although somewhat limited for topspeed on the road (downhill). Certainly a good compromise but not as versatile as the 3x front derailler (42-34-24) from what I've found for the 2014 Specialized Hardrock Disk 29
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Do you have a link for the bars by any chance?
No I don’t but I think they were off of a giant gravel bike. I would recommend getting wider bars as these were a tad narrower than I wanted
Where did you buy the micro shift ,handle
They were purchased from my local bike shop, but you can search for a micro shift 1x8 levers online!
Hey bro I think my bike and your bike are the same I have that : paint , size , forks and the same brand
Awesome, I think that it is a specialized rockhopper size medium. I’m not sure of the year though. Pretty cool!
Any plan to put rigid forks on it?
Yes, but I am still saving up and searching for a reliable solution for a budget.
@@theorangebaron1595 Try Toseek Carbon Rigid fork