Originally Posted by
thequickfix
I think there have been a couple of those posted in the photo thread. They look like they could take damn near anything.
My only concern would be finding a bottom bracket to fit that thing. 100mm shell?
They are around. My understanding is that it is a specialty size for use with e-type front derailleur mounts (see that funny little braze on the bottom bracket). The derailleur actually slips onto the bottow bracket and then is secured place with a screw to that braze on on the BB. According to the Surly site, the 100mm shell allows for the chainstays to be set wider and thus the ability to use those super fat tires.
A thing from the mountain biking industry. The BB are definitely around and easy to find. Just not sure about price.
Man, I love that thing though. I would love to make it a tank with HUGE tires.