I'm exploring dropout options in BikeCAD, and I've been newly exposed to rocker dropouts. I'm generally pretty impressed with the idea... the hook was "variable chainstay lengths." I'm considering this option on my bike and have since built one into my design (see below). In saying that, I'm concerned with the angle created by the connection between the upper dropout mount and the seat stay. I'm also concerned with a small piece of the dropout mount that sticks out into the rear triangle. I've adjusted the Sy measurement, but can't seem to get it quite flush.
How do others feel about rocker dropouts? Marketing hype or useful for modifying a bike's ride/rear pannier-foot clearance?
Should I be concerned with that dropout angle and how its mount protrudes into the rear triangle?
Does what's below look correct?
Feel free to critisis anything - I'm roughly 6'2 and this bike is just smaller than a 58.
Thanks in advance!
