Thanks, Heather. I looked up those tires, they sure look the part, spendy though. How much difference do you think there might be to an inexpensive flat-resistant 32mm tire, like Panaracer Pasela Tourguard 32mm ($27) or Michelin City Tire ($23)? I hear "supple" a lot in relation to the Grand Bois, but don't know what that means.
Originally Posted by
Heatherbikes
The Grand Bois 'cypres' are beautiful 32mm 700c tires, just make sure the frame has clearance. They are a bit pricy, but my husband has narrow grand bois tires and LOVES them. I believe soma has a line of supple gumwall tires that cost a bit less.
Indeed. I got soaked riding to work yesterday morning. Forgot about that rain thing.
Originally Posted by
Heatherbikes
Mudflaps=yes! You do live in the pacific northwest, you know what is coming
Brown would be great. But brown tape and black saddle - is that like blue suit and brown shoes, a faux pas? I have to keep the saddle as it is the only one she finds comfortable.
Originally Posted by
Heatherbikes
Bar tape=a nice brown leather would be nice, black wouldn't really match the lovely tone of the bike. Fizik is synthetic bar tape and they have a honey brown
I think we need a peach crate . . . maybe I'll make a pretty little wooden tray to bolt to the porteur rack.
Originally Posted by
Heatherbikes
Rack= It looks fine, and I think vintage french bikes were ideal for front racks. I do worry about stuff sliding around too much, might not be as practical as she thinks. A rear rack for panniers
Incidentally, the VO rack came with this interesting springy steering damper thing. Like
http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2010...tabilizer.html
I didn't install it, but may try it out if the loaded rack results in floppy steering.
Did you ever find your dream mixte?