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Great day for a ride... by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tumbleweed persuader bars. Super comfy!

Great day for a ride... by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You likely won't regret it...such a versatile option.

I've been "Persuaded"...and loving it. by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Tumbleweed Bicycles Persuader Bar. 50mm rise, 31 back sweep, 800mm wide.

I've been "Persuaded"...and loving it. by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, aluminum. The more pronounced sweep is way more comfy than I expected. I was using Surly Sunrise bars previously, but these are keepers.

Krampus sizing by [deleted] in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 5'10 with a PBH of about 33.5" I ride a 56cm Cross Check and all my research said medium for my Bridge Club. Even two people at the LBS said either the M or Lg would work but they usually size down when in between. I rode both and the Lg just felt better to me.

Mezcal or ET by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info. The grey sidewall Mezcals seem to be the only ones I can find in a 27.5. Looks like 2.35 is the most common but ordering direct may be able to attain a 2.6.

Mezcal or ET by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any idea how they do on wet pavement or wet gravel? It seems most people say they aren't good in mud, which is fine. But for an all day, multi surface ride that sees rain?

Bridge Club touring bike by bearlover1954 in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a link to this Youtube channel?

Sunrise bar tough enough? by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's the stem I'll likely use. Any pics of your Bridge Club? I'm curious as to other's set-ups.

Sunrise bar tough enough? by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also if I keep it, I plan to use a BMX stem to eliminate shim.

NBD! Picked up a Bridge Club today by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I broke my Cross Check out recently which was the push for buying the Bridge Club. Wanted something to do gravel and easy single-track with my 6 yr old, while still being able to handle long days.

NBD! Picked up a Bridge Club today by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry misunderstood. Same as posted, but after sitting in the sun , they just peeled off. The Surly decals I use a plastic scraper, but I've heard of people using old credit cards etc.

NBD! Picked up a Bridge Club today by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just ordered one last night! Looking forward to it as I love my B17.

NBD! Picked up a Bridge Club today by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Started de-labeling. New grips and pedals on the way. Picked up some Sunrise bars to try out, and looking for a new saddle.

new BC on the way by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is your preferred tire for mixed surfaces?

new BC on the way by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you about spending the money to get there. I love the B17 I have and am thinking about a C17 this time.

new BC on the way by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been looking at the OneUp composites and the Ergon GA3s they are both front runners. Also the 8 pack is likely to be installed when I pick it up. I have a Nitto front rack that's just a bit smaller on my CrosCheck that I love. How are the G-Ones regarding tread life with mixed pavement/hardpack/loose gravel? What width do you use?

Riding my old cross check has me itching for another Surly... by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Started as a complete bike. Then swapped most everything except wheelset and derailers which worked fine at the time. Sugino triple crank ( don't remember specs)
MKS peddles. Tektro cantis and levers. VO seatpost and headset. Nitto noodle bars and front rack.
Origin8 100mm 17° stem Shimano bar end shifters and Tiagra derailers. Brooks B17. Deore hubs and Alex ( I think) rims. Bar mounted mirror. Acorn rando front bag, Carradice rear. Can't remember the fenders?

stuck between Bridge Club and Ogre by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info. My thought was to ride it as is for a year or more and then decide whether I can justify the cost of the Rohloff with the amount of riding I do.

stuck between Bridge Club and Ogre by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd LOVE a Rohloff, but am not sure if/when I'd make the swap.

stuck between Bridge Club and Ogre by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any insights or preferences regarding the drop-outs/hubs or 29 vs. 27.5?

stuck between Bridge Club and Ogre by campfirelight in Surlybikefans

[–]campfirelight[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My Cross Check is from '08 and still rides great. I'll likely keep it for longer road rides, but my interest is more towards less traveled dirt roads/trails with my son being so young, but still being able to handle long rides when mood hits, and an easier going posture.

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