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Forum: Framebuilders
02-23-24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 951
Posted By frogshawn

That would be my concern.

That would be my concern.
Forum: Framebuilders
02-23-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 951
Posted By frogshawn

Sorry to hear about your issues. I am just...

Sorry to hear about your issues. I am just finishing up the custom frame process and my experience has been very good. The frame builder has been very professional, responsive and helped guide me...
Forum: Touring
02-23-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 459
Posted By frogshawn

Front and rear dynamo powered lights. Correct no...

Front and rear dynamo powered lights. Correct no panniers on the rear, only front. No issues with the spoke count. I do not overpack.
Forum: Touring
02-23-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 459
Posted By frogshawn

Immediate plans are for some local touring here...

Immediate plans are for some local touring here in Virginia. The bike was built for retirement tours on the Great Divide and Trans Am. I view the bike as my life machine that will keep me moving in...
Forum: Touring
02-23-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 459
Posted By frogshawn

It is a Pinion 18. The bike is a custom steel all...

It is a Pinion 18. The bike is a custom steel all terrain bike from Joseph Ahearne. It can be set up for dirt touring, 27.5 and road touring 700. The bike is an early retirement gift to myself so I...
Forum: Touring
02-23-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 459
Posted By frogshawn

I believe the Pinion 18 has a gear range of 636%....

I believe the Pinion 18 has a gear range of 636%. Correct the frame is steel.
Forum: Touring
02-22-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 459
Posted By frogshawn

New bike

Super excited about my new bike. The builder just finished it and will be shipping out soon. ...
Forum: Touring
01-29-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 386
Posted By frogshawn

Thanks. I have been really happy with the...

Thanks. I have been really happy with the Velocity Atlas on my Rivendell Atlantis. Was just thinking about going tubeless and wanted something a little more lite weight than the Cliffhangers.
Forum: Touring
01-28-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 386
Posted By frogshawn

Recommend 700c tubeless compatible rims

Hello,
I am looking for recommendations for alloy 700c disc tubeless compatible rims. Approximately 230lbs rider and gear. 42 max tire width. Thanks in advance.
Forum: Touring
01-27-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 763
Posted By frogshawn

I was stationed in Scotland and loved it. The...

I was stationed in Scotland and loved it. The people are fantastic. I plan to go back and ride Sustrans 78, the Caledonia Way and add the Isle of Arran. Goes right through where I was stationed.
Forum: Touring
01-06-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,136
Posted By frogshawn

Fashion.

Fashion.
Forum: Touring
11-01-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,225
Posted By frogshawn

The last time I did the GAP & CO I used 40mm...

The last time I did the GAP & CO I used 40mm Schwalbe Marathons and they fine, however when I ride it again I will something in the 48-50mm range for that bit of extra cushion.
Forum: Touring
08-29-23, 06:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,460
Posted By frogshawn

Flats only for me.

Flats only for me.
Forum: Touring
08-16-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,646
Posted By frogshawn

I am having a Ahearne pinion ATB built for my...

I am having a Ahearne pinion ATB built for my retirement present to myself. If you have the funds I would recommend a custom build.
Forum: Touring
12-10-22, 06:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 723
Posted By frogshawn

Great pictures. Looks like a good time.

Great pictures. Looks like a good time.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-22, 09:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By frogshawn

Price of a new chain is not an issue. Thanks

Price of a new chain is not an issue. Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-22, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By frogshawn

Thanks for the constructive feedback. I will give...

Thanks for the constructive feedback. I will give it a try.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-22, 08:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By frogshawn

Salsa Alternator Dropouts

I would like to lengthen the chain stays on my 2015 El Mariachi using the alternator dropouts. Will I need to lengthen my chain as well? I am assuming I will. Thanks
Forum: Touring
11-28-22, 07:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

No worries. Joseph Ahearne is building the bike.

No worries. Joseph Ahearne is building the bike.
Forum: Touring
11-28-22, 02:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

If you read the thread you will see I am working...

If you read the thread you will see I am working this out with the frame builder. The actual frame building will not start for some time. The wait times can be quite long. Thanks
Forum: Touring
11-28-22, 07:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,413
Posted By frogshawn

I have and used it during one of those all day...

I have and used it during one of those all day rains to cook and get out of the tent. A tropical storm blew in and it rained for a couple days.
Forum: Touring
11-28-22, 07:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

Do you have any pictures?

Do you have any pictures?
Forum: Touring
11-24-22, 11:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

Great point. I talked to the builder and he said...

Great point. I talked to the builder and he said he could get the bars wherever I wanted regardless of the bar types. Thanks
Forum: Touring
11-23-22, 07:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

Appreciate all the feedback. I would say drop...

Appreciate all the feedback. I would say drop bars are my default preference. That is what I am used to and overall I think they do look better. I will have to work with the builder to ensure the...
Forum: Touring
11-22-22, 12:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

That is kind of what the builder said. He...

That is kind of what the builder said. He suggested PNW drop bars. The plan is to use the bike for more off road touring than I have done in the past. I know off road will not help with the...
Forum: Touring
11-22-22, 07:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

Good suggestion and that is part of the plan. I...

Good suggestion and that is part of the plan. I just wish the Atlantis had a threadless stem to make swapping bars easier. I did throw a Jones bar on my Salsa El Mariachi just to see how they feel.
Forum: Touring
11-22-22, 06:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

The Denham bars looks very interesting and Alee...

The Denham bars looks very interesting and Alee has a whole lot of miles on them. I like that they don't have as much sweep as the Jones bars. I like my drop bars but rarely ever use the drops....
Forum: Touring
11-21-22, 07:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,974
Posted By frogshawn

New bike question

I am having a new custom touring bike built and I am debating on which type of bars to use, drop or alternative bars? My current bike is a Rivendell Atlantis with noodle drop bars. I commute everyday...
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