Bridgestone XO-1: 30-year dream becomes reality

I have been a devoted fan of Bridgestone Bicycles ever since I acquired my first one in the early '90s. Over the years, I've amassed a collection of more than a few bikes, including a few Bridgestones. From the outset, I've been on the lookout for a Bridgestone XO-1, but despite encountering a few examples, I never had the chance to make one my own. Everything changed recently, thanks to my friend Justin.   I put together a video to tell the story of how I acquired the Bridgestone XO-1 and the process of restoring it and making it my own. 

Build:

Frame: Bridgestone XO-1 55 cm

Hubs: Handsome Cycles

Rims:  Velocity Dyad

Tires: Rene' Herse Rat Trap Pass 26 x 3.2

Bars: Nitto Albatrose

Drivetrain: Shimano Deore XT 3x7

Shifters Shimano Deore XT

Brakes: Shimano Deore XT

Cassette: 7-speed

Pedal: Vintage Rat Trap

Saddle: Brooks 

Grips: BurgTec