The only part I had to buy for this as you see it was the frame/fork, and head set. The rest was all sitting around in The Lab, being unused. Notes: The lighting at work washed out the color here. It actually looks brighter and darker outside. It is obviously set up as a single speed, and will stay that way for a while as we work our way through the crap weather. So far, I am super stoked about the ride. I went for a bit more aggressive position than I would have on my 29"ers and so far it has been great. The #42 refers to the serial number. Less than 100 Black Mountain Cycles bikes exist and only about 50 of them are cross bikes. More later......
Trans Iowa V7 Updates: Due to the Frostbike weekend, the regularly scheduled Trans Iowa update will not happen this week. In fact, I may put it on hiatus for a couple weeks unless I come up with a worthy reason for updating. Hopefully, all the training is going well out there and everyone is getting a plan together. Remember: If you can't make it for any reason, please let me know ASAP!!
DK 200 Chronicles: This may still happen for Sunday, which is the day I have chosen to post these. I can tell you now it will be most likely the build out post for the BMC bike above, but there may be more. Stay tuned....
Off Road Bar Update: I'm going to do a massive off road drop bar post on Gravel Grinder News and an update on the Ragley Luxy Bar on Twenty Nine Inches soon. Stay tuned for that.
3 comments:
The BMC looks great. Am I allowed to ask a gentleman how many gear inches he rides on his single speed? Looks like a smallish ring and sprocket.
Is Ol' 42 sporting those Luxy bars? I can't wait to hear what you have to say although I'm thinking of just ordering a set today anyway. I like them being available in a silver finish. Ben (as always) has helped me flush out an idea on my new Vaya frame as well as possibly a new V2 Fargo. That guy excels at helping me spend money. A true friend.
@cowspassage: (Nice handle, by the way. :>) ), I have a 40 X 20 gear set up which for me works well in hilly terrain. I have a metric century event next weekend that will probably have me walking a few hills even though that front ring looks small. ;>)
@The Catalyst: The Luxy Bars are nice, but keep in mind- They are REALLY WIDE!! Almost too wide for me and I like wide bars. (27.5" from tip to tip) They do have a nice flex when your hands are perched on the extensions though. More than a Woodchipper by a little. Finally, if you will be riding the hoods or deep in the drops, make sure you account for the reach with regards to stem choice.
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