Fat Boab Posted November 3, 2017 Share So, wanting to build a gravel bike/cyclocross bike to be able to ride next to some narrow roads if I want to commute. I have a Hollowgram SI crankset with a Quarq spider that I want to use on it, so my first choice would be a Cannondale CAAD X. The one in classifieds looks like the exact frame I want, but I will not be able to make a size 56 work for me, no matter how much I try. I would need a size 51/52/53. Now I will be able to afford anything up to maybe R6000 (frame and fork only), but will have to scrape the money together. OK, so now the question, except for the China Carbon frames that I can get in BB30/PF30, what other frames are close to that price range that come in BB/PF 30? Does anyone know of a size 51 CAAD X frame for sale? Can I ask if you're trying to find a frameset which will accommodate your existing crank? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferro Posted November 3, 2017 Share Has anyone tried converting the stock Axis 3.0 rims on a Diverge to tubeless? Can it be done?That being said, can I then use my current 32C Gatorskin Hardshells non-folding, as tubeless on the now tubeless rim?If not, are there tubeless ready tyres similar to the Gatorskin Hardshells that you can recommend?I am currently using the bike mostly for road use.Advice would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Boab Posted November 3, 2017 Share Has anyone tried converting the stock Axis 3.0 rims on a Diverge to tubeless? Can it be done?That being said, can I then use my current 32C Gatorskin Hardshells non-folding, as tubeless on the now tubeless rim?If not, are there tubeless ready tyres similar to the Gatorskin Hardshells that you can recommend?I am currently using the bike mostly for road use.Advice would be much appreciated. The other day, I rode for a bit with an oke riding on Spez Triggers (33mm). We were on tar, and he rolled pretty fast when free-wheeling downhill. Maybe those would suit? Ferro 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JA-Q001 Posted November 3, 2017 Share Can I ask if you're trying to find a frameset which will accommodate your existing crank?Haha, in a manner of speaking, yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddy Posted November 3, 2017 Share Thoughts on the new Ritchey Outback? https://ritcheylogic.com/outback-frameset Yo,if this has been available when I got my RLT Steel it would have been a big decision Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Boab Posted November 3, 2017 Share Haha, in a manner of speaking, yes Maybe it's a super-doper cranks-set so your choice, but as 2nd cranksets are much cheaper than R6k, maybe consider the reciprocal as an alternative? Perhaps put out a wanted ad in the classifieds - that's how I got my X? Or exercise patience and keep a watch on the classifieds - for R6k, you'll be able to pick up something rather nice..... Or look at the steel prototype further up this thread as a new buy? JA-Q001 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowbee Posted November 6, 2017 Share Can anyone give me some information on these wheels? Google is not being helpful. Basically I would like to know if I can go tubeless on these wheels - and then also if I can put a tyre on that is bigger than possibly closer to 35 or 40c for the mrs? If not to much info forthcoming a set of wheels will be up for sale in the classifieds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lechatnoir Posted November 6, 2017 Share wheel 1.jpg wheel 2.jpg Can anyone give me some information on these wheels? Google is not being helpful. Basically I would like to know if I can go tubeless on these wheels - and then also if I can put a tyre on that is bigger than possibly closer to 35 or 40c for the mrs? If not to much info forthcoming a set of wheels will be up for sale in the classifieds. IIRC, tubeless are generally for lower pressures. 10 bar max doesn't seem to be that. also, tubeless rims that DO run higher pressures (higher than regular 27.5 or 29 tubeless) have tubeless-specific beads that keep the tyres where they're needed... Sorry, can't help with THAT rim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepia Posted November 7, 2017 Share wheel 1.jpg wheel 2.jpg Can anyone give me some information on these wheels? Google is not being helpful. Basically I would like to know if I can go tubeless on these wheels - and then also if I can put a tyre on that is bigger than possibly closer to 35 or 40c for the mrs? If not to much info forthcoming a set of wheels will be up for sale in the classifieds.I had a set like that and I could not seat it tubeless, no matter what I tried. Mine were old so guess were not compatible with the tires I tried. I would not risk it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikebloke Posted November 7, 2017 Share wheel 1.jpg wheel 2.jpg Can anyone give me some information on these wheels? Google is not being helpful. Basically I would like to know if I can go tubeless on these wheels - and then also if I can put a tyre on that is bigger than possibly closer to 35 or 40c for the mrs? If not to much info forthcoming a set of wheels will be up for sale in the classifieds.those drc st17 elegant ii rims (which are strong rims)have been about since the 80s/90s -the hubs have obviously come along later - I really wouldn't imagine those rims would seat the bead of a modern tubeless tyre safely and as the erto is 13 I wouldn't risk a tire more than a 28c either those rims are more vintage bike crowd items so ive seen them around Sepia 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowbee Posted November 7, 2017 Share thanks Guys Anyone wanting a set of vintage rims ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Boab Posted November 8, 2017 Share You okes following the Tour de Braai? https://www.bikehub.co.za/features/_/articles/ride-reports/passes-and-pinot-noir-on-day-one-of-tour-de-braai-r6974?source=sidebar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LOOK695 Posted November 9, 2017 Share Will give some feedback, once I am able to get to a bike shop as I don’t have sludge. Yes, they are 35/43. My frame only fits a 35 at the rear. Haven’t used anything bigger than 38 on the front, bit decided to give the 43 a try as I’m planning some new and longer gravel routes. That is when I get time to ride again. Been hectic latelyWent out for a ride this morning. Only tar, no gravel yet. Tyres roll well and are comfortable, pumped at 3/4 bar. Will report back as I do some more mixed riding and different tyre pressures. The rear tyre measures out at 37mm for the 35mm on a 17mm internal rim, the 43mm is true to size. The rear tyre needed more sealant to seal up properly than the Schwalbe G One. But was using a different type of sealant........Will resort back to what I was using previously, shop did not have stock. They are easy to mount on my wheels, about the same as the Schwalbe tyres. Fat Boab 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowta Posted November 9, 2017 Share thanks Guys Anyone wanting a set of vintage rims ? To be honest, I'm tempted. What are you wanting for them? What's the rear axel width? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowbee Posted November 9, 2017 Share To be honest, I'm tempted. What are you wanting for them? What's the rear axel width?whats the width? about 4 fingers, give or take. how do you measure? has a Sram cassette on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowta Posted November 9, 2017 Share whats the width? about 4 fingers, give or take. how do you measure? has a Sram cassette on. Lol, is it for an MTB (135mm) or road frame (130mm)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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