Originally Posted by
Mtroup
Have a fabricator install a splitter on the chainstay. Cost me about $150. Instant Gates compatibility for any bike.
Probably a good chance to have it re-powder-coated, and to change the color as well. Surly offers all the decals/labels for replacement.
FWIW, I just changed out the 32T front chainring on my ECR. Coupled with the 45T rear, I was getting like 21.3 gear inches for a low. I installed a 28T and WOW! A solid 18.6 and what a difference. This is using Sheldon Brown's calculator, btw.