Pulled the trigger on a new Salsa Marakesh
10-17-16, 05:37 PM
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One issue I realized today will be a problematic attachment of Ortlieb ultimate bar bag to Jones loop bar. 
Anyone done it?
Anyone done it?
10-18-16, 04:43 AM
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How well do you think the geometry of a Surly Disc Trucker would work as a flat-bar bike?
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FWIW, the Surly Truckers are famous for ride comfort. I doubt that you could find much of anything wrong with fitting flat bars to one.
10-18-16, 07:03 AM
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I've had SKS and Planet bike fenders. Both are plastic and they are absolutely fine. Recently, I put Velo Orange steel fenders on my touring bike and they are more rigid than plastic and they have better coverage. Plus, they look better although more difficult to install and more expensive. Mine are smooth but a lot of folks go for the hammered aluminum.
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11-27-17, 01:21 PM
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Does anybody know if it a Burly trailer hitch can fit the drop out? I'm looking to replace my hybrid that I tow a Nomad with and so far the flat bar Marrakesh is on my short list.
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what are the grips you have on your Jones bar? We just ordered a pair of Salsa flatbar Marrakeshes and want to add the Jones bars and I like your brown grips. Thanks!
