Cheap Bike Build Off 2026: I Couldn't Resist (Part 1)

Описание: This is part one of my entry for #CheapBikeBuildOff2026 . Tune in for a quick frame overview, a modified tear down, a deep clean, and old bike surprises.

This event is organized by ‪@mull3tmechanic‬ in the US and ‪@2NDLIFEBIKES‬ here in the UK (among other awesome creators).

The rules are simple: Build a bike for under $175. Don't use knock off parts. Start the build in February and be done by the 28th! Be creative. Have fun! That's about it, but if I missed any details check the pages of the above creators and they'll have it broken down.

Because I waited so long to join, I am in a time crunch. I did my best to find a mostly ride-ready bike, which turned out to be a late 1980s Raleigh Montage that cost £40. It's a classic All Terrain Bike, and I think we can do something great with it.

Tune in soon for part 2, where I will use my (approximately) remaining £70 to add some style and character to this awesome ATB. If this video was the "before," part two will be the "after.

#CheapBikeBuildOff2026 #bikebuild #ATB #bikerestoration #raleigh #RaleighMontage #oldbikes #bikeproject #retrobike

Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - The Before
1:05 - Frame overview
1:47 - Tear down
2:51 - Ah, giant spider!
4:09 - Frame cleaning
5:47 - Final thoughts, looking ahead