NotSoBigBen Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 Just back from a few laps at Rootflay as Joe Low would like it called. Was seriously good fun Meerkat82 and nonky 2
NotSoBigBen Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 Just wondering will '29+' tyres fit on standard 29r rims or do you need a 'wide' rim?
Procrates Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 Seeing this thread I just realized I have a Ragley Luxy Offroad Drop Bar in a bin somewhere, perfect for these builds but never got to the project I wanted to do. Anyone want to take it off my hands? http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/ae/en/ragley-luxy-offroad-drop-bar/rp-prod54259
the nerd Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 (edited) Seeing this thread I just realized I have a Ragley Luxy Offroad Drop Bar in a bin somewhere, perfect for these builds but never got to the project I wanted to do. Anyone want to take it off my hands? http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/ae/en/ragley-luxy-offroad-drop-bar/rp-prod54259 I will take it.. PM me and we can make a deal... Edited February 18, 2015 by the nerd
Ryanpmb Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 I will take it.. PM me and we can make a deal...Damn you! Damnnnnn youuuuu! the nerd 1
Ryanpmb Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 Just wondering will '29+' tyres fit on standard 29r rims or do you need a 'wide' rim? Apparently some can work but they usually run on a 50mm rim. I doubt they'll fit in your frame though. Fork shouldn't be a problem.
NotSoBigBen Posted February 18, 2015 Posted February 18, 2015 Apparently some can work but they usually run on a 50mm rim. I doubt they'll fit in your frame though. Fork shouldn't be a problem.Ok thanks mate, I'll shelve that idea then.
hansolo Posted February 23, 2015 Posted February 23, 2015 (edited) Interesting topic this (sorry but I haven't read the whole thread), there seems to be growing trend towards bikes like this in the States. Alot of bikes is for touring (29" based) and "gravel grinders" (700c based). I'm sort of tinkering with the idea to convert my GT CX bike to something along these lines, but a new frame, wheels and disks is going to cost a pretty penny. Some cool examples: Salsa FargoTrek 920 Edited February 23, 2015 by hansolo nonky 1
Seadog Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 Anyone have a set of Ragley Luxy's or On One Midge bars for sale?
Ryanpmb Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 Anyone have a set of Ragley Luxy's or On One Midge bars for sale?I can get you a set of OnOne Midge bars. PM me if you want some. Seadog 1
Ryanpmb Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 The ibis hokaloogi looks very nice as wellHakkalugi- as in, well, you can pronounce it More CX than monstercross. Very cool bike.
Ryanpmb Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 (edited) Interesting topic this (sorry but I haven't read the whole thread), there seems to be growing trend towards bikes like this in the States. Alot of bikes is for touring (29" based) and "gravel grinders" (700c based). I'm sort of tinkering with the idea to convert my GT CX bike to something along these lines, but a new frame, wheels and disks is going to cost a pretty penny. Some cool examples: Salsa FargoFargo_3_15_grn_34f_1440x960.jpgTrek 920Asset_271663.pngThe touring/ gravel grind/ monstercross genre has been going for ages in the states and Europe. See this thread going since '06 (one of many). http://forums.mtbr.com/29er-bikes/i-beg-you-more-monstercross-355649.html The geometries are a little different to pure CX bikes - less aggressive and leaning more towards comfort and all day riding. More purpose built frames coming with rack mounts etc. More on the gravel grind/ touring side is the Spez AWOL which is one of the newest models available. Not a Spez fan, but this is a pretty cool. Edited February 24, 2015 by Ryanpmb
the nerd Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 The touring/ gravel grind/ monstercross genre has been going for ages in the states and Europe. See this thread going since '06 (one of many). http://forums.mtbr.com/29er-bikes/i-beg-you-more-monstercross-355649.html The geometries are a little different to pure CX bikes - less aggressive and leaning more towards comfort and all day riding. More purpose built frames coming with rack mounts etc. More on the gravel grind/ touring side is the Spez AWOL which is one of the newest models available. Not a Spez fan, but this is a pretty cool.Yeah it's basically the touring bike genre evolving due to the vast open space and dirt tracks all across the states! People have been doing the bike touring for years there. Look up the path less pedalled on Facebook. Pretty cool they go around the US stopping at bike shops and organising q&a evenings etc. Ryanpmb 1
Ryanpmb Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 My monstercross journey begins... rock, nonky and Meerkat82 3
rock Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 will be cruising the Argus with Buckshot who will be on his proper monstercross....
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