Sbloomer Posted March 25, 2019 Author Posted March 25, 2019 So it starts. I've picked this frame up in the hub classifieds.
Allrounder Posted March 25, 2019 Posted March 25, 2019 So it starts. I've picked this frame up in the hub classifieds. WhatsApp Image 2019-03-25 at 07.51.07.jpegRemember to charge your phone!!
Sbloomer Posted May 23, 2019 Author Posted May 23, 2019 So, i'm making progress finding all the bits. The frame came back from powdercoating today, and I got my tyres yesterday. Still lots to do. The BB is a mismatch with the frame, and I'm still waiting for my fork, which arrived at CapeMail on the 6th May, and notices have gone quiet since. Before Frame was a victim of chain suck After P/C Love the FARR tyres
EddieV Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 I don’t know if it’s been mentioned already but when using a MTB frame to create a drop-bar monster cross the new geometry and angle of the seatpost have to be taken into consideration. Just a few cm drop of the steerer tube when fitting a new (shorter) fork will influence your saddle position vs your bottom bracket. You might need to get a proper setback seatpost to compensate, and your bike will feel twitchy if the steerer tube angle is too high. From personal experience
Sbloomer Posted June 12, 2019 Author Posted June 12, 2019 My fork and seatpost eventually arrived. Now I can put it all together.
Sbloomer Posted June 16, 2019 Author Posted June 16, 2019 Who am I kidding? It’s a rigid hardtail. NoMore no less. But getting there slowly.
Sbloomer Posted June 21, 2019 Author Posted June 21, 2019 Given the difficulty in finding a front derailleur that works with my frame, a question on perhaps just using a 1x configuration. The rear cassette is a 11-36. The front is a 120bcd spider. The lowest chainring I can go on this is a 36 (currently 39). So what am I losing on just dropping the smallest chainring and going from a 39 to 36 other than a little speed on the flats. Given that I'm not going to be doing the really steep climbs found on the trails and I hardly use the biggest 3 sprockets on my 11-50 equipped Trance, I'm not sure I need anything more? I see many gravel bikes are equipped with 11-42 at the back and 42T at the front. My 36/36 idea will be the same on the climbs if a tad slower on the flats. What else should I consider if I go this route? Do I need spacers to get the chainring further inboard? I suppose I should just give it a try and see what works
MORNE Posted June 21, 2019 Posted June 21, 2019 thing is, that would probably need a chain guide in 1x if you don't want to risk a chain drop on the the more bumpy stuff since it is not a N/W ring. Also, those 120 bcd rings from the usuals like wolftooth etc are crazy expensive....like 1-1.5k ish just for a ring....thats almost enough to just get a whole new crankset in something a bit more aftermarket-ring friendly..like SLX m7000 or something. or even the Lyne ones. Direct mount or 96/104 bcd will open your options for rings infinitely. the cheapest solution to your current problem- if you would just like to try the 39T up front without front mech - would be to get one of those chain guides that mimic front mech's - imo.You could also get one of those "goatlink/roadlink hanger" things that effectively extends your rear derailleur's range and then get a wider range cassette from sunrace. They make all sorts of funny sizes/ranges, 11-42 even in 9 speed etc. looks good so far EDIT: bbb also makes this to increase your front mech choices:https://bbbcycling.com/en_en/bsp-90-shiftfix fouriers chain guide:https://www.cyclingstuff.co.za/shop/fouriers-chain-guide-seat-tube-clamp/ derailleur range extenderhttps://www.rapide.co.za/product/rapide-derailleur-hanger-extender/
Sbloomer Posted June 21, 2019 Author Posted June 21, 2019 Thanks Morne. your advice is always great. Some things to think about.
Sbloomer Posted July 7, 2019 Author Posted July 7, 2019 Its done! I took it out for a spin. Goes nicely. I haven't ridden a rigid bike for many years, so it's going to take a while to get used to. I need to shorten the brake hoses though. Just waiting for this
Ashchest Posted July 7, 2019 Posted July 7, 2019 Its done! I took it out for a spin. Goes nicely. I haven't ridden a rigid bike for many years, so it's going to take a while to get used to. Awesomenesses!
GiantTjop Posted July 8, 2019 Posted July 8, 2019 That Bianchi is looking GREAT!Sorry for the hijack Sbloomer-I'm running a XT 2x10 on my gravel build Scott. What would the ideal groupset update be? 1x10 or 1x11? Thinking that a 11-46 1x11 would be okay when fitted to a 34 front? Thanks in advance guys
dewaldsss Posted July 8, 2019 Posted July 8, 2019 That Bianchi is looking GREAT!Sorry for the hijack Sbloomer-I'm running a XT 2x10 on my gravel build Scott. What would the ideal groupset update be? 1x10 or 1x11? Thinking that a 11-46 1x11 would be okay when fitted to a 34 front? Thanks in advance guysI ran a 11-46 with 34t (1x11), changed to 36t and still only use the bottom half of the cassette.For a gravel specific build I'd say go for a 36t
the nerd Posted July 11, 2019 Posted July 11, 2019 Guys I've got some Salsa Woodchipper bars for sale... Like new condition! Let me know if you looking...
ChrisF Posted July 11, 2019 Posted July 11, 2019 Its done! I took it out for a spin. Goes nicely. I haven't ridden a rigid bike for many years, so it's going to take a while to get used to. I need to shorten the brake hoses though. WhatsApp Image 2019-07-05 at 18.42.07.jpeg WhatsApp Image 2019-07-05 at 18.42.08.jpeg Just waiting for this Capture.JPG VERY nice !!
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