Ever since Kory York released the first K2 prototype almost decade ago, I was obsessed in this modern recreation of the original Cannondale track. 2 years ago I finally got one for myself, seeing it as the perfect vessel to bring the 90s to the present. Following this modern revival theme, the whole bike is built up using modern counterparts of classic parts, or parts straight out the 90s for those that are irreplaceable. 2 years, 3 countries, 5 cities later, this bike has been through a lot with me and has more to come on its path.
Frame:
2021 Kory York K2 size M, custom painted
Fork/Headset:
Kory York R28 |
Chris King Gripnut 1" black
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Sugino 75 |
Sugino loose ball NJS BB
Pedals:
Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
S-works Ares
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Phil wood 17T |
Mack Lockring |
AARN 49T |
D.I.D Racing Pro chain
Saddle/Seatpost:
Specialized Romin Evo Expert |
Woodman GT2 w/ custom Ti anodized hardware |
Merida Seat Clamp
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Light Bicycle AR46 Disc horizontal 3k weave |
Sapim Laser |
Mack Low Flange 20h |
Continental GP5000 28C Cream
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Light Bicycle AR46 Disc horizontal 3k weave |
Sapim Laser |
Mack High Flange 24h |
Continental GP5000 28C Cream
Accessories:
Custom rim decals made by @the_cyclopathic_few
Bike History
Click a link below to see past stages of this bike.
Current Stage Info:
I have now owned this bike for more than two years. I feel like the bike has gone through some phases already, and is starting to show its age.This bike went from my special occasion ride, my prized possession, to now being my college commuter and my ride to everywhere. I am looking forward to seeing how this bike will turn out in the coming years. Being someone who’s obsessed with perfection, I feel like I will always be swapping parts out, and am already planning my next purchases, but here is how she stands at the moment. My favorite part about this build would be the wheels- medium profile carbon rims from light bicycle laced to Mack hubs with a combination of high and low flange. They were inspired by the classic Zipp 440s, and with some help of a friend I created my custom decals that spell out Light 460, same fonts and everything.
Added by ryanrla. Last updated 6 days ago.
23 Comments
I have loved every iteration of this bike. This one is no exception!
Posted 6 days ago
Love the latest iteration! The custom logo on this gorgeous wheelset makes it really special and a fun reference to the OG Zipp but clincher and durable :)
Posted 3 months ago
Do you recall the spoke lengths that you went with for both the front and rear wheels? Which calculator did you use to determine the spoke lengths by the way?
Very interested in doing something similar to yours!
Posted 10 months ago
You are clearly damn skilled at piecing things together. Massive respect! Quite jealous with this one...
Posted 10 months ago
What an honor! Couldn't have made it more presentable without your photo tips
Posted 10 months ago
Really appreciating your attention to detail with this build - the bike looks great. Loving the LF front and HF rear hub choices. Matching hubs are great and all but I feel like HF front hubs look a little out of place on small-silhouette steel forks.
Posted 11 months ago
Hi, I always wanted to explain why I chose to do this. The goal was to make it seem like there are no hubs- small low flange gets almost hidden behind the steel fork, and for the rear, it looks like the spokes are coming out straight from the cog. Most people nowadays love high flanges, but on my previous wheelset I thought it looked out of place. Overall I tried to make the whole bike as simple & sleek as it could be, as seen on the seatpost clamp, valve caps, thin clamp on the stem, thin track grips, etc. Not the most traditional approach you could say
Posted 11 months ago
It came out really well. I'd definitely go LF/HF on my next track wheelbuild. Didn't notice the minimalist seatpost collar on the first look, that's a neat design. Bike came out great.
Posted 11 months ago
I really dig this build, not usually a fan of rotors + Threaded headset, but its growing one me!
Posted about 2 years ago
Not usually a fan of rotors but with the AARN it goes hard. Loving the new meets old vibe on this build!
Posted over 2 years ago
Appreciate it! As time passed it's definetly gone more modern than classic, but glad you like it
Posted 10 months ago
Photos
vxarea says:
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Posted 4 days ago
ryanrla says:
Need better photos
Posted 4 days ago