This was a build that started as a repair. Scott had a Specialized bike that was in for repair with a creaking noise. We pulled the bike apart and re-assembled it. We still couldn't get rid of the creak. It turns out that the problem was a cracked or poor weld joint at the bottom bracket shell. Under loads the frame flex woudl allow the metal to rub in the crack or gap and caused the loud creaking noise.

So Scott was looking at the Salsa frames before this had really happend anyhow...And was taken withthe Moto Rapido's carbon fiber seat stays, and sandium tubes. We took a lot of the parts off his Specialized to re-use on this frame. We did end up getting him a new Rock Shox SID fork after these photos were taken. http://www.salsacycle.com

for more details or stop by the shop, call, or e-mail us and we'l be glad o thelp you out. trails-edge@trails-edge.com.

Build Kit:
Frame - Salsa Moto Rapido
Fork - Rock Shox Reba SID (not in pic)
Headset - Chris King
Shifters - Shimano XTR
Rear Der - Shimano XTR
Front Der - Shimano XTR
Cranks - Shimano XTR
Brakes - Avid Juicy 7
Wheels - Mavic Cross Max
Tires - Hutchinson Python NG UST Air Lite
Stem - Thomson Elite
Seatpost - Thomson Elite
Seat Collar - Salsa
Quick Releases - Mavic

Scroll down to view some pictures we did manage to take before it left the shop...If you have questions about these project bikes please feel free to e-mail us at trails-edge@trails-edge.com and we'd be happy to help as much as we can.