Originally Posted by
nlerner
That's a pretty bike, but I have two set-up criticisms: the small-small chain placement upsets my sensibilities (and makes it look like no one has ever ridden the thing), and it looks like the QR on the rear brake is in the "release" position.
Both Q/R's are released - I assume they were left this way when the photos were taken. (I didn't take the second set, and the wheels had been removed in order to fit the bike in Mike's truck).
I generally store everything in the small-small combo. Eliminates chances for chain stretch and return springs are less likely to weaken.
-Kurt