The headset and Fulcrum Redmetal 29 SL wheels (with their subtle stickers) are installed.  Is it starting to look like a bike?

The wheels are between the stickers and the brick wall.  These seem nice, but I’ll wait to pass judgement until I’ve ridden them for a while.

I’ve been building up a pile of parts for the new build.  Above you see a free Surly Karate Monkey fork and some flashy cork Ergon grips I picked up in Melrose, SA.  In the next photos you’ll see a mix of parts I had in my garage and several used parts I’ve found.  Highlights include an almost new crank, very new-ish hydro brakes, $20 tires and the saddle, seat post, pedals and chain from the M2.