My Dream Bike Just Got Even Better!

Clock00:00, Saturday 9th September 2023

Alex has upgraded his dream bike: a 2004 Trek Madone 5.9. In this bike build, he fits original Bontrager wheels, budget carbon handlebars from Amazon, a ceramic bottom bracket, a brown suede Selle Italia Novus Boost saddle and more cool upgrades. His favourite bike has just got even better!

00:00 Intro
01:16 Removing old parts
02:32 Wax coating frame
03:33 Cassette
04:40 Seat post
05:16 Bottom bracket
06:15 Handlebars
07:19 Rear derailleur
08:10 Crankset
09:04 Wheels, saddle & more
11:01 Finished bike

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