Newo Posted December 16, 2012 Posted December 16, 2012 I got a set of levers and bars from lindin cycles for 200 bucks and they work great got a shorter stem so I could ride on the hoods most of the time. It a bit of a mission to set the brakes because there no adjuster for the cable tention.
RodTi Posted December 18, 2012 Posted December 18, 2012 Eldron - check out this link, dating back to 2006! http://forums.mtbr.com/singlespeed/monster-cross-bikes-creeping-towards-world-domination-192307.html
Chro Mo Posted December 18, 2012 Posted December 18, 2012 So having only ever had fat-tyre bikes, and therefore knowing less than nothing about road bikes -would those who venture on both sides of the Force be kind enough to share some thoughts on the following: I already have v-brakes ( as opposed to canti's) set up on the bike - would these be compatible with road levers? In other words, if I went the whole hog of buying the off-road dropbars, and then were looking at getting the road brake levers, would they work with each other? Assuming this to be the case, what model in the roadie world, would be similar to LX / SLX / XT? Don't want to break the bank - just want something solid and dependable... And then lastly - assuming I ran it as a singlespeed - and therefore do not require gears, would this impact on the type of levers one chooses? Do they all come out as integrated systems now, or can you still get those that only brake - or doesn't it really matter? Apologies for the hi-jack(?) - but hopefully others will also find the answers to the above useful...Just purchase the Shimano drop bar or Tektro levers off CRC - cheap as chips. TRP make an incredibly good looking driop bar lever as well, but very expensive. My LBS here ordered Shimano levers for me, so also possible that route. I have a spare set of Tektro levers if you are interested - postage only no charge.
Flowta Posted December 20, 2012 Posted December 20, 2012 Finally got round to connecting up the brakes etc., put the bar tape on this morning and went for it's Maiden ride at Majik Forest. Was quite fun but a bit low to ride in the drops where your braking power is. Gotta try source a set of Midge or Luxy bars. Sorry about the bad pic RodTi 1
RodTi Posted December 21, 2012 Posted December 21, 2012 Finally got round to connecting up the brakes etc., put the bar tape on this morning and went for it's Maiden ride at Majik Forest. Was quite fun but a bit low to ride in the drops where your braking power is. Gotta try source a set of Midge or Luxy bars. Sorry about the bad pic That looks awesome.... [and as an aside - if the day ever comes that you feel the need to get rid of that fork - PM me! ] Think the Midge or Luxy will make a big difference. Probably going to pick one up for myself in the new year - just want to get a feel of how the new rigid goes... I see plenty opt for using interruptor brakes on the top, so that one needn't reach for the brakes in the dropps if you're hanging off the back of the saddle...
RodTi Posted December 21, 2012 Posted December 21, 2012 Just purchase the Shimano drop bar or Tektro levers off CRC - cheap as chips. TRP make an incredibly good looking driop bar lever as well, but very expensive. My LBS here ordered Shimano levers for me, so also possible that route. I have a spare set of Tektro levers if you are interested - postage only no charge. Had a look at the Tektro levers - these are what I'll get, many thanks!
Flowta Posted December 21, 2012 Posted December 21, 2012 That looks awesome.... [and as an aside - if the day ever comes that you feel the need to get rid of that fork - PM me! ] Think the Midge or Luxy will make a big difference. Probably going to pick one up for myself in the new year - just want to get a feel of how the new rigid goes... I see plenty opt for using interruptor brakes on the top, so that one needn't reach for the brakes in the dropps if you're hanging off the back of the saddle... Thanks, but fork not for sale :-) Interuptors will be could, actually almost bought a set for my dads CX bike, saw them at CWCycles on the sales table. Dissappointed I didn't get them now. Gonna blow a few minds if rock up at the Xterra with this baby
tombeej Posted December 21, 2012 Posted December 21, 2012 A nice one found on the interwebs somewhere. Hairy and Raab 2
Hairy Posted September 20, 2013 Posted September 20, 2013 A nice one found on the interwebs somewhere.That On-One is HOT!
Paul Ruinaard Posted September 20, 2013 Posted September 20, 2013 This is what I am lusting after - just cant get my head around the price yet. Waiting for Shimano hydraulic group set on Ultegra DI2. https://www.lynskeyperformance.com/store/road/bikes-and-frames/cyclocross/procross-models.html drool drool
Ryanpmb Posted September 20, 2013 Posted September 20, 2013 This is what I am lusting after - just cant get my head around the price yet. Waiting for Shimano hydraulic group set on Ultegra DI2. https://www.lynskeyperformance.com/store/road/bikes-and-frames/cyclocross/procross-models.html drool droolNice. More Cyclocross than MonsterCross but still awesome.
rouxtjie Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Ok so I have a rolling chasis at home that is sulking in the corner of my garage. This includes: Niner EMD frame medium....chris king headset fittedNiner carbon rigid forkThomson masterpiece seatpost and spez phenom saddleBontrager rythm elite wheelsetRitchey wcs 100mm stem What do I need to complete the build Roadbars....any input wrt which will suite this application the bestAvid bb7 mech brakesCranks...will a road crank fit ito clearance or should I stick with a mtb crank?Shifters...here I am lost will the 10 spd 105sti's work with a XT 10spd shifter...help pleaseCyclocross tyres...conti ones looks good, maybe schwalbes Ping Ping Ping Eldron...help please. Or anyone that can give me some input Fanks RossW 1
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 (edited) Hey Rouxtjie, the shifters should work together, I think. I know of some DH guys that run 105 / ultegra RD's and use the normal 10sp shifter for that ultra sleek setup. AFAIK the actuation ratio is the same across road & mtb. I was wrong... Edited November 13, 2013 by cpt armpies mayhem
rock Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Roadbars....any input wrt which will suite this application the best Fanks these: http://on-one.co.uk/i/q/HBOOMI/on_one_midge_handlebar rouxtjie 1
rouxtjie Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Hey Rouxtjie, the shifters should work together, I think. I know of some DH guys that run 105 / ultegra RD's and use the normal 10sp shifter for that ultra sleek setup. AFAIK the actuation ratio is the same across road & mtb.Shot armpies....thinking either 105 / Ultegra 10spd shifters, either XT or Ultegra 10spd DR's. Crankset is the worry at the moment, don't think I will have enough chain ring clearance to run a road crank Brakes are a given....Avid BB7
rouxtjie Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 these: http://on-one.co.uk/...midge_handlebarthose are pretty sweet
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