Originally Posted by
David Tollefson
I know it costs more, but as Andy alludes to, alignment is a one-shot deal with these dropouts. I'd consider using a slider style dropout instead. Paragon has a nice set in stainless (for the part that is fixed to the frame). This allows for post-braze alignment of the chainstay length (via the slider) before the seatstays are attached. Bonus is that the brake mounts are integral to the thru-axle component. Not sure on compatibility with flat mount though. There are adapters to allow flat mount to mate with post mount.
Ohh, I saw the one you mentioned, and they have a flandged version, not flat.. so I dont have to "cap" the ends of the seat or chainstays. They look pretty good, and the slider with the caliper mount looks good.. I may go with those.. They're not my first choice because of price.. and just overall look.. I feel they make things look a bit more complicated than they actually are or need to be, but I do see the benefits.
Thanks everyone!