A new custom commuter
02-25-12 | 03:58 PM
#2
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From: Santa Fe, NM
Bikes: Vassago Moosknuckle Ti 29+ XTR, 90's Merckx Corsa-01 9sp Record, PROJECT: 1954 Frejus SuperCorsa
That is gorgeous! Is the frame a Black Sheep? I can't quite make it out, but the frame looks like their work for sure.
Well done!!!!!
Well done!!!!!
02-25-12 | 06:04 PM
#3
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From: central ohio
Bikes: 96 gary fisher 'utopia' : 99 Softride 'Norwester'(for sale), 1972 Raleigh Twenty. Surly 1x1 converted to 1x8, 96 Turner Burner
Nice, what is it? I like the rear rack built to the frame. Stylish.
02-25-12 | 08:17 PM
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wannabe
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From: San Diego
It is indeed a Black Sheep. They were great to work with.
The frame is modeled after the Tout Terrain Silkroad with some differences.
I have never tried the Jeff Jones H-bar and have about 500 miles with it now. I think I prefer it to the standard riser bar I used previously. In headwinds it provides an aero option. Haven't been on a long ride yet since I'm rolling studs until Spring.
I wanted a bike I could ride everyday in any weather and perhaps start some touring this year.
Weight without bags is 32 pounds. I don't really care much about it and wanted a low maintenance dependable rig.
The Schmidt/B&M lighting is quality.
The frame is modeled after the Tout Terrain Silkroad with some differences.
I have never tried the Jeff Jones H-bar and have about 500 miles with it now. I think I prefer it to the standard riser bar I used previously. In headwinds it provides an aero option. Haven't been on a long ride yet since I'm rolling studs until Spring.
I wanted a bike I could ride everyday in any weather and perhaps start some touring this year.
Weight without bags is 32 pounds. I don't really care much about it and wanted a low maintenance dependable rig.
The Schmidt/B&M lighting is quality.
02-25-12 | 08:22 PM
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From: Miami, FL
Bikes: 2007 Giant Cypress DX, Windsor Tourist 2011
A handlebar facilitating multiple hand positions, integrated rear rack, a low riding front rack, fenders, and plenty of lights. A well thought out design. I congratulate you on a fine build.
I actually think it would also make a good bike for light touring.
I actually think it would also make a good bike for light touring.
02-25-12 | 11:10 PM
#9
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With all those burly racks, I'd imagine this bike could take a pretty hefty load. Honestly, I load up my commuter bike more getting groceries than I do actually touring.
02-25-12 | 11:17 PM
#10
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From: Minneapolis, MN
Bikes: Surly Cross-check & Moonlander, Pivot Mach 429, Ted Wojcik Sof-Trac, Ridley Orion. Santa Cruz Stigmata
Really sweet bike! I feel like a dick for saying it but, you should have gone with the black thomson stem.
02-26-12 | 10:43 AM
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wannabe
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From: San Diego
Dang! I think you are right. Good thing I'm not a fashion guy. I think the different rims look worse but again I only care for function. The rear rim is a specially drilled Rigida Andra for large flange hubs. Maybe the rim difference balances the stem/seatpost combo?
