prairiepedaler

I picked up a Surly Pack Rat fork from someone recently. It seems to be just the type of fork for the variety of riding I tend to do (hauling, basic A-B transport). They called the Pack Rat a "load carrying bike" but it appears to me the frame had too short of a chainstay for my liking (not enough room for big panniers and other portables). I usually ride with an oversized milk crate back there. I did not have the option to buy the frame, just the fork. I usually ride a 24" traditional mountain bike with a 23" TT. This fork has 12" of steerer to it and appears to be factory max length. Therefore, I invite suggestions on what type of main frame to mate this fork up to which will make a suitable bike for intended use! Tnxs for reading

prairiepedaler

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