HotRNot? Cross/Gravel Thread
04-04-16, 06:17 PM
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I've got to rank it hot based on personal nostalgia. It reminds me of my old 1977 Gitane Gypsy Sport:
The nice thing about bikes like this at the lower end of the spectrum is that you can convert them to singlespeeds and prolong their life without offending the classic/vintage crowd.
The nice thing about bikes like this at the lower end of the spectrum is that you can convert them to singlespeeds and prolong their life without offending the classic/vintage crowd.
04-04-16, 06:26 PM
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04-05-16, 01:35 PM
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2007 Lemond Poprad. Parts bin build. Still some dialing in to do, but a fine rider.
04-05-16, 02:07 PM
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I used to feel that way, but over the years I've noticed that sometimes the crowd knows things I don't. I'm still willing to go against the common opinion, but only after careful consideration of the received wisdom.
Converting vintage bikes to singlespeeds is a good example. There's a loud (if not majority) opinion that it's a crime to convert a beautiful old bike to a singlespeed. I think there is some truth to this, but it's not as universal as it's made out to be. A bike boom model like the Gypsy Sport I pictured earlier is a no brainer IMO, and this is representative of most old bikes I come across. At the other end of the spectrum, there are some top shelf vintage bikes that deserve to be preserved in something like their original state. Then there are a good many bikes in the gray area...really nice bikes, but not so rare as to be collectible. I think these bikes deserve better than being stripped down and made into beater-variety fixies, but as long as the owner treats them with care I don't mind seeing some anachronistic mods.
Converting vintage bikes to singlespeeds is a good example. There's a loud (if not majority) opinion that it's a crime to convert a beautiful old bike to a singlespeed. I think there is some truth to this, but it's not as universal as it's made out to be. A bike boom model like the Gypsy Sport I pictured earlier is a no brainer IMO, and this is representative of most old bikes I come across. At the other end of the spectrum, there are some top shelf vintage bikes that deserve to be preserved in something like their original state. Then there are a good many bikes in the gray area...really nice bikes, but not so rare as to be collectible. I think these bikes deserve better than being stripped down and made into beater-variety fixies, but as long as the owner treats them with care I don't mind seeing some anachronistic mods.
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04-05-16, 02:10 PM
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That bike is matched wheels and a nice set of tires away from being really hot. It's kind of hot even as pictured. Pretty sweet for a parts bin build.
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04-05-16, 07:29 PM
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I get to start building up my Traitor Wander when I get back in town this weekend, can't wait to post it up here!
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04-12-16, 12:14 PM
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Decals on the Strider are easily removed. There was some scuffing so I simply peeled them off. Think it looks better without them.
I had to replace the fork as the stock Redline didn't come with disc brake tabs in 2012.
I had to replace the fork as the stock Redline didn't come with disc brake tabs in 2012.
04-12-16, 04:54 PM
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Well, the Traitor Wander is officially done. Pardon the low quality photo, its raining and the light in my garage isn't very good.
Frame - Traitor Wander size XS
Wheels - Velocity Aileron's laced to shimano something or other disc hubs
Group - Shimano 685 shifters/calipers, 105 for the rest
Seatpost - Thomson Masterpiece
Saddle - Spec Phenom
Tires - Schwalbe G One 35c tubeless w/ Stan's
Think that covers all of the main points! The tires inflated with a floor pump, although I used a compressor to seat them better and then inserted Stan's. Only ridden around the block, but I love the way it feels! Can't wait to get out on some gravel.
Sidenote, what pressure would you all recommend for a 35c tires if I am going to be on pavement on the way to a gravel road for a few miles? I have them at 60 psi right now, and they worked fine for the neighborhood, but that may be a bit high for dirt.
Frame - Traitor Wander size XS
Wheels - Velocity Aileron's laced to shimano something or other disc hubs
Group - Shimano 685 shifters/calipers, 105 for the rest
Seatpost - Thomson Masterpiece
Saddle - Spec Phenom
Tires - Schwalbe G One 35c tubeless w/ Stan's
Think that covers all of the main points! The tires inflated with a floor pump, although I used a compressor to seat them better and then inserted Stan's. Only ridden around the block, but I love the way it feels! Can't wait to get out on some gravel.
Sidenote, what pressure would you all recommend for a 35c tires if I am going to be on pavement on the way to a gravel road for a few miles? I have them at 60 psi right now, and they worked fine for the neighborhood, but that may be a bit high for dirt.
04-13-16, 06:21 AM
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Well, the Traitor Wander is officially done. Pardon the low quality photo, its raining and the light in my garage isn't very good.
Frame - Traitor Wander size XS
Wheels - Velocity Aileron's laced to shimano something or other disc hubs
Group - Shimano 685 shifters/calipers, 105 for the rest
Seatpost - Thomson Masterpiece
Saddle - Spec Phenom
Tires - Schwalbe G One 35c tubeless w/ Stan's
Think that covers all of the main points! The tires inflated with a floor pump, although I used a compressor to seat them better and then inserted Stan's. Only ridden around the block, but I love the way it feels! Can't wait to get out on some gravel.
Sidenote, what pressure would you all recommend for a 35c tires if I am going to be on pavement on the way to a gravel road for a few miles? I have them at 60 psi right now, and they worked fine for the neighborhood, but that may be a bit high for dirt.
Frame - Traitor Wander size XS
Wheels - Velocity Aileron's laced to shimano something or other disc hubs
Group - Shimano 685 shifters/calipers, 105 for the rest
Seatpost - Thomson Masterpiece
Saddle - Spec Phenom
Tires - Schwalbe G One 35c tubeless w/ Stan's
Think that covers all of the main points! The tires inflated with a floor pump, although I used a compressor to seat them better and then inserted Stan's. Only ridden around the block, but I love the way it feels! Can't wait to get out on some gravel.
Sidenote, what pressure would you all recommend for a 35c tires if I am going to be on pavement on the way to a gravel road for a few miles? I have them at 60 psi right now, and they worked fine for the neighborhood, but that may be a bit high for dirt.
04-13-16, 08:45 AM
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Awesome, thanks. I'll try them out at 45-50 and see how it goes. I am going to get a mini pump with a gauge (running tubeless so long with no flats I don;t even know what happened to my old pump) so I can adjust on the fly if I pick wrong.
04-13-16, 08:49 AM
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It's a good idea -- I would recommend getting a separate digital or good analog gauge though that you can use on the road or at home. I use my floor pump gauge, but I do so knowing how far off it is because I also have a small digital gauge. There's a pretty good chance your two pump gauges won't agree -- I've found gauges on the pumps I've spot checked to be off anywhere from 10-20%. The gauge weighs next to nothing and comes along for most rides in my hydration pack.
04-13-16, 08:58 AM
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It's a good idea -- I would recommend getting a separate digital or good analog gauge though that you can use on the road or at home. I use my floor pump gauge, but I do so knowing how far off it is because I also have a small digital gauge. There's a pretty good chance your two pump gauges won't agree -- I've found gauges on the pumps I've spot checked to be off anywhere from 10-20%. The gauge weighs next to nothing and comes along for most rides in my hydration pack.
04-13-16, 12:01 PM
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Not a bad idea. I have a fatbike specific gauge, but that sucker only goes up to 25 or so. Not a bad idea to pick up another one. Are the digital ones fairly accurate/reliable in your experience? Not sure why, but having an actual gauge makes me feel better, while obviously a digital gauge, if accurate, would be far easier to use.
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