Originally Posted by
thenomad
Yes. A chainguard. That is a good call. I actually like
this one for the shiny polished aluminum that will match the Rigidas. I wonder if this will work with my 6 speed 40/32-13 gearing.
Originally Posted by
treebound
You need a rack with adjustable stays if you want it to sit level. Look into Axioms, also some Trek branded racks as well as a few other brands. You're going to have a tough time finding a solid/rigid mount rack that's a perfect fit for a frame that isn't a 54-56 size.
OK this is what I don't get. No matter what the frame size, the wheels are the same size, chain stays are the same length. The seat stays are longer but why shouldn't the rack braze-ons be in the same place (relative to dropout) on every bike so you could have a standardized size?
Originally Posted by
531phile
It must suck when you have to reach for the water bottle unless you are built like an gorilla.
Ha, it's the shifters that are the real hassle hence the thumbie conversion. Since my rides are no more than 7-8 miles each way max and mostly less, I don't work up much of a thirst. Usually what I carry in the bottle cage is
this genius coffee cup that doesn't spill a drop.