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Old 06-03-21, 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by jet sanchEz
The rear spacing is 132mm and I've found that I really have to clamp down the rear skewer when I'm running road (130mm) wheels.
It’s getting a full 10 speed XT group to include the hubs which are 135.

Originally Posted by Rolla
Don't cut the steerer tube until you've ridden the bike a lot with various spacers and stems; Cross Check head tubes are notoriously short.
You might want to order a Hurdy Gurdy tensioner to keep the rear wheel from pulling forward under load.
Decals are on top of the paint, so you can scrape any/all of them off if you want a cleaner look.
Thanks, I didn’t realize slippage was a problem until I googled it I’ve never had that issue before but I just ordered a pair. I don’t plan on cutting the steerer unless it looks bad uncut I’m going to use my redshift kitchen sink bars and I want the tops level with the saddle because it’s easier to breathe in the winter with a more upright position.
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