This bike was set up single speed about eight years ago and I decided it didn't feel quite right. It traded hands a few times between me and a friend before I decided to take it on as a restoration project; this time as a more period appropriate build. The only modern concessions are tires and grips. The tires Ill replace when I find some nice vintage specimens. As for the grips, I just really like the ergon grip... I know, i know...