Refining this into more of a clunker. Wanted something somewhat lightweight and with clean handlebars. Also wanted bigger tire clearance and I really think big 26inch has a lot going for it if your neighborhood doesn’t have the best roads.
Down to 26.4 lbs. likely close to the lowest weight this will go.
Will save some weight by switching cranks to something like a Sugino 75 copy. Will add some weight by installing beefier pedals.
I think right now it’s 40-22.
Thinking about setting up a set of wheels with off road oriented tires with this gearing.
Then a more street oriented setup with an 18t cog.
ETA. The chain line is off a bit. I figured it out after the chain dropped a couple times popping wheelies or hopping curbs. Hoping by switching cranks to something with a 110 or 130 bcd I can adjust the chainwheel in with washers.
And… I think the bearings in the BB ate the cage on the right side. Have only had the rear wheel apart so we’ll see.