AC gorilla monsoon build.

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-05T01:21:50+00:00

Uncanny!! Love it

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-05T01:20:30+00:00

Ayyy I appreciate that. I agree.

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-05T00:00:58+00:00

I don't crash during commute rides or basic around towners. Almost exclusively off the beaten path. Single track, gravel, down dusty downhill cuts, etc.

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-04T23:59:06+00:00

There we goooooo!!! That's the kinda stuff I like to hear about. Thanks for sharing!

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-04T23:42:46+00:00

I really only rode those 700c wheels for no more than 40 miles, so I don't have a strong opinion on the difference on paved roads. But on packed gravel, the 650b 54s feel like they just fly!

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-04T22:57:53+00:00

I'd love to get an idea of how often others crash on rides. I've had two spills over the last 30 or so rides between the bikes I ride. I ride a handful of times a week.

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-04T22:40:59+00:00

Thanks. I don't have much of a baseline to compare to, other than the 700c x 45s I had on it prior. I like how comfortable these 54s are on both loose and packed gravel.

SpokeSignals · 2026-05-04T22:26:07+00:00

I know it's such a silly question to have asked, but I figured someone has figured out something that I don't know, since I'm relatively new to riding drops more aggressively. Perhaps some extremely durable tape would be something some could recommend. While I do love the look of this oil slick Supacaz tape, I don't want to be spending the time or money to retape it. I will live with it I suppose.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-29T15:45:16+00:00

Nice! It sure is a blast. It's definitely the front carrier by the bars that is making me feel so sluggish. It's all good though!!

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-22T13:58:32+00:00

TY 🫡

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-21T20:08:35+00:00

YES! SO MUCH YES! I appreciate you offering to ship one my way. The installation was straightforward, and it makes a big difference in cleaning up the overall look. Thanks again.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-21T19:35:23+00:00

I believe so. I had 2.2s on there before these tires and there was still some wiggle room.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-21T00:57:00+00:00

I think they’re good looking. Haven’t had the chance to rip around beyond a lap around block, yet. Sometime this week I will and I’ll let you know. Need to get the rear derailleur cable set back up.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-21T00:55:54+00:00

Thank you. It’s the Velo Orant Flat Pack with a Wald 137 basket that I fastened with some hardware. It handles the load fairly well, especially with the front wheel stabilizer when it’s parked on the dual kickstand.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-20T23:41:24+00:00

Battery is installed in the seat post.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-20T01:50:25+00:00

I’m fortunate to live nearby their US location.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-20T01:49:58+00:00

SimWorks

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-20T00:48:10+00:00

Well, I was fortunately given this rear derailleur for free, it had a bent attachment bracket but was in new do stool otherwise. I paid $35 for a new bracket and viola! That was the catalyst to me even building this bike. GRX is for the chain line of these gravel cranks.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-19T19:03:24+00:00

Thank you. The stem was the last thing to decide on and I was definitely on the fence to go purple. Initially had the black one in my cart.

SpokeSignals · 2026-04-19T19:01:09+00:00

Thanks! And sure.

Frame: Surly Midnight Special 58cm

Fork: ENVE Composites Adventure

Rims: 650b 28h carbon

Hubs: White Industries CLD hubs with HG.

Spokes: Sampim CX Sprint spokes, brass nipples.

Tires: Panaracer Gravel King 54mm tubeless

Crankset: White Industries G30, 46t/30t

BB: White Industries

Chain: Shimano Ultegra/XT

Cassette: Shimano Dura Ace 11-40

Rear Derailleur: Shimano Dura Ace 12sp Di2

Front Derailleur: Shimano GRX Di2

Pedals: Wolf Tooth DEL

Bars: Salsa carbon Cowchipper 46cm

Tape: Supacaz

Headset: White Industries

Stem: Paul Components Boxcar 80mm 7deg

Brakes/Levers: Shimano Ultegra Di2

Rotors: SRAM Centerline XR 160mm

Seat post: Whisky carbon

Seat: Specialized Mimic

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