E.T.

I would use Atomz rims for the rear. For 1 year I made a 610g light rear rim out of an old try all double wall rim, and it was strong enough. You can use 2/1.5/2mm spokes for the front rim and yes I would also change the hope hose. BUT to drill the caged echo pedal...did you used caged pedals? 1 wrong side and you can change the cage and that's not a joke. There are some point in the Echo frame what can be drilled without making it weak, but I think you didn't make a good job. I think it's a little bit weaker, so be careful with that bike.

Did anyone use that bike for trial? I ask that, because I would like to know how good are the HYGIA SLP brakes for rear break on a mod? Are they as good as a hope or an avid at rear wheal? How good do they hold the rider and the bike on a sharp edge?