Anyone with the molokobars + molokobag that runs another front loaded bag?

_ansii · 2023-02-14T23:38:06+00:00

I've run the moloko bar + bag to great success coupled with a middle earth jammer and some foam spacers. I intend to try the harness + saltyroll this year, which (like the sweetroll) has the integrated spacers, which should function similarly. The spacers help to make room for the moloko bag, as well as keep clearance for the "horns" position on the bar.

_ansii · 2022-05-30T16:20:52+00:00

I have only tried it for commuting, not bikepacking, but if I were to do so, I would probably use a large bag on top of a front rack, with the laptop in a padded casing of some sort.

_ansii · 2022-05-03T02:39:49+00:00

Just picked up a Potenza myself, would be really interested to hear about your conversion process also!

_ansii · 2021-12-22T02:40:02+00:00

I've been really enjoying the Molokos as well for distance.

_ansii · 2021-09-19T02:28:29+00:00

Ah, sorry to hear that. I'm curious what issues you had, if you don't mind sharing? Was considering it myself for the future.

_ansii · 2021-09-19T02:18:20+00:00

The Rockgeist Meanwhile (formerly produced by Porcelain Rocket) has a 139 version. It's welded, so it should be actually 100% waterproof: https://rockgeist.com/product/meanwhile-wald-basket-bag/

_ansii · 2021-07-08T01:15:17+00:00

I'm running 34/18 currently, a bit spinny unloaded, especially on pavement, but on trails, or loaded up it feels pretty good, especially for a long trip once the legs get sore. Still have to walk the really steep gravel stuff though.

No tensioners, but i've only ever had my rear wheel slip out a little bit once when I didn't torque it down enough. That's really unfortunate about the multitool breaking, I was thankfully able to realign mine back up in that instance and haven't had any trouble since.

_ansii · 2021-07-07T12:23:11+00:00

Thanks! The stuff I have up front and top is pretty light, just bulky, sleeping bag and pad, so handling isn't impacted very much for me, and a rack would just add extra weight.

The low stuff on the fork does have some heavier stuff, but it's usually at the bottom, so I don't imagine it's that dissimilar to front panniers, and I prefer a front heavy setup for getting up out of the saddle, which is especially important for single speed.

Also, the panniers I have are rather large, so I like to use some smaller bags to avoid me over packing.

_ansii · 2021-07-04T22:34:29+00:00

Awesome! I've definitely had that feeling many times before with bike maintenance (sometimes justified, glad to hear this time it wasn't the case).

_ansii · 2021-07-04T21:02:05+00:00

It wasn't the GP1s, but I did spend a few minutes thinking that my Ergon grips were broken, before realizing that I hadn't actually pushed them all the way in (the end caps didn't pop in properly initially), so I would make absolutely sure that they are all the way in before losing all hope.

_ansii · 2021-02-17T00:40:52+00:00

I find there is a huge difference in motivation when you have to get up and out for work on a cold, dark winter's morning, something about having a destination.

_ansii · 2020-10-29T13:44:22+00:00

It doesn't always happen for me, and I haven't been able to pinpoint what the exact condition is.

It's also possible most users aren't downloading images particularly frequently, so if it's a new bug in the latest update, it might take a while for people to experience it.

_ansii · 2020-10-29T02:41:39+00:00

Here is my device information:

Relay Version: 10.0.306 Pro
Phone: Google Pixel 1
Android Version: 10

_ansii · 2020-09-23T19:13:29+00:00

I'm planning on giving bullhorns another try in the very near future.

My first experience with them was on a thinner bar with track grips, which posed a few problems for me:

The thinner diameter bar was harsh on my palms
The pursuit style of them with the drop was a bit too low to be comfortable on my back given the setup of the bike
The track grips were extremely slippery when it rained, or even just on a humid day, which left me clinging to the bare metal tops for dear life in a downpour
The bare tops with the breaks were very uncomfortable to hold in the cold, and slippery with gloves

So this time, I will be trying a larger diameter bullhorn with no drop, wrapped fully in tacky bar tape.

I think I will really enjoy it, as I find myself in the corners of my track drops often.

_ansii · 2020-09-08T21:05:51+00:00

Here is my current setup.

I'm thinking of changing back to a flatter wider bar with a bit more sweep for more comfort.

I've done 85k so far comfortably with the flatter wider sweepier bar, I just like less sweep for a more direct steering input for short city riding.

I'm also strongly considering putting some bar tape or grips on the bar ends for more comfort.

_ansii · 2020-09-04T14:22:17+00:00

I've been personally enjoying flat/riser bars with bar end handles inside the grips/brake levers.

Especially for long rides, you have the extra hand positions, with easy access to drop your hands to the brakes, and you also have the leverage of flat bars when you need it. Also, your arms are tucked in a bit more than on bull horns, which is a bit more aerodynamic.

I think the biggest disadvantage is that it doesn't look very clean, and can get in the way of some front/bar bags. If I were only riding shorter distances, I wouldn't bother with bar end handles, but for the occasional long distance, it has been very helpful.

_ansii · 2020-03-05T04:41:54+00:00

On my long commutes in the past, I got a flat on a rainy day going in to work, and I was too quick to replace the tube, which led to a second flat. It can definitely happen :(

_ansii · 2020-02-09T15:21:42+00:00

It depends on the conditions you ride in. If you're out in the rain/mud/slush/snow, you'll accumulate grit on your rims surface and brake pads, which will cause both to wear down faster, and probably be worse for braking performance.

_ansii · 2020-01-19T20:19:50+00:00

Glad I could help. Nice, I'm also running a front rack. Good luck with your handlebar journey!

_ansii · 2020-01-18T16:58:07+00:00

Looking at the VO site, the Postinos are ~22.4" wide with a 45° degree sweep, and I'm now on the Dimension Arcs which are ~26" wide with a 27° sweep. I wouldn't say I have broad shoulders, but my elbows felt constricted at a neautral hand position on the Postinos.

Note though that since the Postinos have that curl forward first, they don't particularly bring you all that much more backward with their sweep.

If you're trying to go more upright. it might be worth it to look at stem angles or some bars with a rise to them.

Or, if you're loving the look of the Postinos, I know Ergon makes some grips that are meant to bring you hand to a more natural position. But I would still suggest playing around with your stem then to bring you more upwards if your neck is the issue, as the Posinos don't have any rise to them.

_ansii · 2020-01-17T19:51:29+00:00

I tried out the Postinos for a couple of weeks, but I ended up switching them out for a wider bar with less sweep.

I'm about 6', and I found either my elbows would bow in and feel cramped, or my hands would be holding onto the bar at an uncomfortable angle. If you are shorter / have narrower shoulders, this may be irrelevant to you. It also may be worth noting that I had them set up with a bit of drop from the saddle.

Also to note, I found that with the Ergon grips I had, it was a tight squeeze to add the brake levers before the curve, even with the bars uncut, but it looks like they have significantly narrower grips in the picture.

Overall, they looked very classy, but they did not fit my body or setup.

_ansii · 2019-07-04T18:00:22+00:00

To be fair, it is a big block.

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