Surly Cross Check Lovefest
07-23-12, 04:57 PM
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Back to gears, and w/ 44mm tires now:
(expect it to stabilize back at 35mm tires)
(expect it to stabilize back at 35mm tires)
08-09-12, 02:45 PM
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Winter Commute rig
Here's my cross check. I've set up with hub brakes and a nexus hub for a reliable Seattle commute rig. It's just become rideable this week. Still need fenders, racks, the long term saddle (no black allowed!) and finish off the bars. I really like this bar setup on another bike, but this particular bar/brake lever combo is not as good as my others, so on the fence about changing that out. and need to nix the large chain ring and get a chain guard on there. and the 23c tires gotta go back on the lemond. But coming together, I think.
But man does she ride smooth!
But man does she ride smooth!
08-13-12, 02:33 PM
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New single speed cross check build from surly
What do you all think of the value of the build in this new offering from Surly?
https://surlybikes.com/blog/post/an_old_friend_revisited
https://surlybikes.com/blog/post/an_old_friend_revisited
08-13-12, 04:08 PM
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Looks like the traveler's check blue. I think it's a logical setup, making the most of the frame (fatties fit fine, horizontal dropouts). I would still have gone for dropbars but maybe they can't get a good oem price on dropbar v levers.
edit-> and that is some interesting bike in the background too.
edit-> and that is some interesting bike in the background too.
09-10-12, 02:48 PM
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Transormation
Found myself an '88 Trek 520, so my Cross Check went from a classy lady (pictured first) to a fat-tired single speed. Note the flipped Nitto Albatross bars.
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10-04-12, 09:32 AM
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11-10-12, 08:35 PM
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My winter and touring Cross Check. It is a 54 and rolls on Panaracer 35's. She is set up with a 8spd and DT shifters.
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11-10-12, 09:21 PM
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I am not a road racer, of road fiend, or any othe type of specialist, I just love to ride. Hills are some of my favorite riding, and even With the 48-36 up front and 12-25 in the back, I have not yet found a hill I can not climb. This includes Gibraltar Road in Santa Barbara, which is in my back yard. It certainly is not a light bike, but it has not bothered me at all. I have put about 2500 miles on it since I got it in June, including three centuries in the past two months.
I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a versatile bike. If you own 2 or 10 bikes, maybe you don't need this one. But for someone like me who only has one, it works better than any other I have tried.
11-26-12, 10:38 AM
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The versatility of this frame is simply ridiculous. Redone once again, this time as a true gravel grinder.
11-26-12, 12:08 PM
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Looks nice! Are those reclaimed bar-end shifters?
11-27-12, 02:14 PM
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and an updated pic.....
12-13-12, 08:31 PM
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I love this thread. Beautiful bikes, people!
12-13-12, 10:34 PM
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Here is mine when I first built her up. Decided that while it was an awesome bike, I really wanted something a different for weekend touring and went with the Salsa Vaya. I sold the CC frame to a friend who rode it for about a year and switched to a Trucker. The CC frame is sitting in his garage. I may get it back and build a SS.
12-13-12, 11:12 PM
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Yeah, that would be $800-1000 here in Portland for sure; used bike price inflation is rampant on CL
12-14-12, 12:08 AM
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Bruce Gordon Rock N' Road
https://www.bgcycles.com/rock-n-road-tire.html
I had a pair of the originals. Pretty cool.
This is pretty outdated. It has a FSA compact wing bars, a Ritchey Pro stem, and a scuffed up Flite saddle now.
It's a 2006 and has been singlespeed from birth, but I'm switching it to gears in the next few weeks. Wide range 2x9 and downtube shifters. It'll also get a dynohub wheel in the makeover.
https://www.bgcycles.com/rock-n-road-tire.html
I had a pair of the originals. Pretty cool.
This is pretty outdated. It has a FSA compact wing bars, a Ritchey Pro stem, and a scuffed up Flite saddle now.
It's a 2006 and has been singlespeed from birth, but I'm switching it to gears in the next few weeks. Wide range 2x9 and downtube shifters. It'll also get a dynohub wheel in the makeover.
07-26-13, 05:47 PM
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I got this as a complete build in February (40th birthday present from my wife!). About three months ago I decided I wanted to get the bars up, so I got the Soma extender. The new short (70mm) silver stem just came today. I'll have to see how I like it-- I also have a 90mm stem I can try. I ride it as a 1x9, using the smaller chainring (36 teeth, I think). I love this bike, and I have just over 2000 miles on it since I got it. Maybe some day I'll get a new, uncut fork so I can lose the ugly steer-tube extender!
07-26-13, 11:01 PM
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I need to take some better pics. But I love my CC. Bought a complete and added Retroshift levers, in line Tektro cross levers, 700x38 city tires, rack and Banjo Bros top bag with expandable panniers
07-27-13, 09:15 AM
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single speed crank
Hi all,
I will be building a CC and need to know what crank to use for SS. Rear hub is Surly new ultra hub at 130 wide. I do have an FSA double compact I will try first.
Thanks, MikeB
I will be building a CC and need to know what crank to use for SS. Rear hub is Surly new ultra hub at 130 wide. I do have an FSA double compact I will try first.
Thanks, MikeB
07-28-13, 09:53 PM
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07-30-13, 08:22 PM
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Are there any other cyclo-cross bikes that are as utilitarian but are less heavy?
I have a low-end Trek 6000 hardtail as my only bike currently and want to go car-free again, but right this time(last time I was just unemployed and couldn't really pony up for a new bike). So I want a new bike that can do a short commute to work, but also haul groceries and satisfy my recreational road riding for pleasure. I have trouble finding other cross bikes besides the Surly that have front fork eyelets and rear eyelets for mounting racks. I know you can use clamps, but if the bike does not have eyelets that indicates the manufacturer didn't intend that usage for the bike.
I have a low-end Trek 6000 hardtail as my only bike currently and want to go car-free again, but right this time(last time I was just unemployed and couldn't really pony up for a new bike). So I want a new bike that can do a short commute to work, but also haul groceries and satisfy my recreational road riding for pleasure. I have trouble finding other cross bikes besides the Surly that have front fork eyelets and rear eyelets for mounting racks. I know you can use clamps, but if the bike does not have eyelets that indicates the manufacturer didn't intend that usage for the bike.
07-31-13, 01:05 AM
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Are there any other cyclo-cross bikes that are as utilitarian but are less heavy?
I have a low-end Trek 6000 hardtail as my only bike currently and want to go car-free again, but right this time(last time I was just unemployed and couldn't really pony up for a new bike). So I want a new bike that can do a short commute to work, but also haul groceries and satisfy my recreational road riding for pleasure. I have trouble finding other cross bikes besides the Surly that have front fork eyelets and rear eyelets for mounting racks. I know you can use clamps, but if the bike does not have eyelets that indicates the manufacturer didn't intend that usage for the bike.
I have a low-end Trek 6000 hardtail as my only bike currently and want to go car-free again, but right this time(last time I was just unemployed and couldn't really pony up for a new bike). So I want a new bike that can do a short commute to work, but also haul groceries and satisfy my recreational road riding for pleasure. I have trouble finding other cross bikes besides the Surly that have front fork eyelets and rear eyelets for mounting racks. I know you can use clamps, but if the bike does not have eyelets that indicates the manufacturer didn't intend that usage for the bike.
Boom.
"The Lynskey Cooper CMT is the ultimate multi-talented commuter bike and is a proven performer on pavement, gravel, and dirt in all types of weather conditions. The strength of the frameset combines with a stable and comfortable geometry to give you a predictable and comfortable ride. At speed the Cooper CMT is unwavering and high speed wobble is non-existent even with a heavy load. The Shimano Ultegra 6800 drivetrain is all new for 2014 and offers the multitude of gear options perfect for any commuting environment. The frame has rack and fender mounts and S-bend seatstays and chainstays allowing clearance for a 700x32c tire with fenders (37c with fenders removed). With six sizes to choose from, there is a Cooper CMT for nearly everyone.
"Taking it through the uneven pavement of San Fran or through rocky terrain on various trails, the frame absorbs the vibrations so well while providing great feedback. And it's SUPER FAST! I fly by road racers with modified knobby tires! I just love it!!!" -Brian A. "
07-31-13, 02:55 PM
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@Simpletommy:
$3,799 for a full bike or $1,516 for just a frame is a LOT more money than I am willing to spend on a bike right now. Maybe in 3-4 years when I am at the full pay rate for the job, but not that much not now. Barring that, where would I ever find a Lynskey Cooper to test ride?
I am looking to spend anywhere between $1,500 - $2,500.
$3,799 for a full bike or $1,516 for just a frame is a LOT more money than I am willing to spend on a bike right now. Maybe in 3-4 years when I am at the full pay rate for the job, but not that much not now. Barring that, where would I ever find a Lynskey Cooper to test ride?
I am looking to spend anywhere between $1,500 - $2,500.