Originally Posted by cudak888

I wonder if that hinge is holding a split top tube together.

Also, call Grant Peterson. Someone's being innovative with shifters.

Honestly, there's some things here (fender, Q/R lever sliced off the front wheel, high-end tires, using actual bike parts to make that crazy - but workable - handlebar setup) which makes me wonder if someone's being grossly underestimated here.

-Kurt