drop bar 26'ers - let's see 'em

[AngryScientist]

whos got a drop bar 26" mtb - ready to rock and roll wherever the road (or lack of road) goes?

post em if you got em.

[bobswire]

whos got a drop bar 26" mtb - ready to rock and roll wherever the road (or lack of road) goes?

post em if you got em.

Pretty sneaky way to get ideas for that 26" adventure bike you have in the making. :D I was considering doing the same to my GT Kaskar but have fun riding it as is.

[AngryScientist]

Pretty sneaky way to get ideas for that 26" adventure bike you have in the making. :D

truth!

what shifting method i want is what's hanging me up at the moment.

[bobswire]

truth!

what shifting method i want is what's hanging me up at the moment.

http://gevenalle.com/product/audax/ "friction" then you can mix match any wheelset/cassette you want.

[seanile]

have a peek at crust bikes (https://www.instagram.com/crustbikes/). their romanceur frame takes 26x2.3 w/ fenders. the evasion is a 26+ bike. both can do 27.5 too.

[stien]

I tend to think mtb drop bar conversions will have the drops high so you'll stay in them all the time, be able to brake and handle well. That would put the retroshift style shifting out for me. I vote bar ends (since that's what I have!).

[weisan]

Angry pal, technically my trucker is designed for 26' wheels but I have recently converted to 650b and took off the flat bar and replaced with drop bar so hopefully it still qualifies as an entry. :)

http://alicehui.com/bike/SBH/1.jpg

http://alicehui.com/bike/SBH/2.jpg

[ColonelJLloyd]

This thread is 4 years going. . . . http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/828426-show-your-vintage-mtb-drop-bar-conversions.html

[AngryScientist]

nice colonel, plenty of material there to keep my busy!

[spoonrobot]

Scenic shot.

[ColonelJLloyd]

nice colonel, plenty of material there to keep my busy!

A couple things have become available in the interim. Lemme just put these here. . .

https://www.crustbikes.com/products/the-limp-dick-stem-pre-order

http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/stems/threadless-stems/grand-cru-long-stem-high-polish.html

[kingpin75s]

I tend to think mtb drop bar conversions will have the drops high so you'll stay in them all the time, be able to brake and handle well. That would put the retroshift style shifting out for me. I vote bar ends (since that's what I have!).

That would be a proper dirt drop conversion. The goal here appears to be more of a traditional drop bar setup for a 26er. Dirt drop setups with the bars high enough for the drop position to be primary is best suited for singletrack use IMHO. A good LD stem, Salsa P7 or P10 original or replica or anything with around a 53-55 degree rise is perfect for dirt drop conversions.

[David Tollefson]

Mine that is seeing nearly daily duty on my lunchtime MTB rides. Single-speed all the way. Fortunately no extended climbs on the normal trails.

http://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum/attachments/f22/93448d1464871879-mjolnir-cycles-fence-jpg

[pinkshogun]

i have Retroshift/Gevenalle on 2 bikes and like them both. IRD makes a brake lever that accepts bar ends and/or dt shifters also

[mhespenheide]

I'm seriously thinking about the same thing. I've got an old Ritchey "Ultra", fully rigid, that I want to put drop bars on. I think I want to run 9-speed with standard Ultegra brake/shift levers, and then use Travel Agents to convert the cable pull for normal v-brakes. Anyone have any thoughts on that setup?

[palincss]

I'm seriously thinking about the same thing. I've got an old Ritchey "Ultra", fully rigid, that I want to put drop bars on. I think I want to run 9-speed with standard Ultegra brake/shift levers, and then use Travel Agents to convert the cable pull for normal v-brakes. Anyone have any thoughts on that setup?

A friend has been running that exact setup on a touring model Seven for years with perfect satisfaction.

[rcnute]

Plan is to Rat Trap Pass-ify and add a VO LD stem when they are back in stock.

Ryan

[ColonelJLloyd]

Plan is to Rat Trap Pass-ify and add a VO LD stem when they are back in stock.

Ryan

Don't wait (https://www.crustbikes.com/products/the-limp-dick-stem-pre-order?variant=29234014861)!

[MrDangerPants]

Well I already posted a couple of photos of my Ted Wojcik here (http://forums.thepaceline.net/showpost.php?p=2090863&postcount=13), but here's my Firefly (#44):

http://68.media.tumblr.com/a3b0510e4b2c7418190e0decc4543421/tumblr_o6vq4mDaUC1tst9oeo1_1280.jpg

Also here's another 26" project I created, my 2009 Independent Fabrication Deluxe:

http://68.media.tumblr.com/d24ec6f01998db4dbdb7bdeaa6785da8/tumblr_oi3gnxuCdD1tst9oeo1_1280.jpg

[R3awak3n]

the thumb shifters are head scratchers but man, I LOVE both of those!

[p nut]

I've got this basting right now. I was finally able to get the DA 7400 cranks to work (except on the non drive side. Had to swap it out for a MTB crank). Now I just need some time to put it all together. I'm using Paul Thumbie mounts by the stem as well. One thing I like about these old GF--three bottle mounts (under DT). Great for an adventure bike.

[harzkristall]

Single speed + drop bars = good fun!
http://ukli.dk/WTB_Phoenix_SS_19.5.jpg

[AngryScientist]

yes.

there are some great bikes in this thread.

nice stuff people!

[559Rando]

This used to be mine:

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7090/13976129334_3971476926_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ni2jk9)The beast lives on... (https://flic.kr/p/ni2jk9) by thatdarndaniel (https://www.flickr.com/photos/dvadna/), on Flickr

[Spaceman Spiff]

Man, this thread has gotten the gears turnin'. My father-in-law has an old Fat Chance gathering dust in the garage...

Do you go down frame size on a drop-bar conversion? It seems like you'd want a shorter top tube for make room for the extra reach of the drop bar.

[David Tollefson]

If you're re-purposing an old MTB, chances are the stem is pretty long. Just go with a shortie stem and the drops and you should be good.

[parris]

I"ve been kicking around thoughts of doing this for a few years with a non suspension Fisher that I haven't taken off road in years. This thread now has me looking at stems and such :)

[Hindmost]

All the talk about 26 inch, drop bars, and repurposed MTB's---so I might as well post this.

I originally put this Stumpjumper together almost 20 years ago. Recently I freshened it up with new Town and Country tires and a shorter stem purchased from a forum member just to see if I might again bond with the bike.

This time of year I have been riding mostly pavement. It is nice to have the gears to ride super steep stuff and an excuse to ride casual. Also, it's ok to simply hose it off after a wet ride.

[Corso]

My Bonty race. Sorry for the crappy photo.

[559Rando]

^ The Bonty Race is so hawt right now!

[RFC]

This thread is 4 years going. . . . http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/828426-show-your-vintage-mtb-drop-bar-conversions.html

+1 You can spend hours there!

[choke]

'91(ish) Scapin with full Campy

http://scapin.ciocctoo.com/scap1.jpg

http://scapin.ciocctoo.com/scap2.jpg

[AngryScientist]

holy awesome sauce choke!

sweet.

[K u r t]

Seriously. And that scenery too! Looks like eastern Oregon or Nevada. Great Basin? I've always wanted to ride a bike with Euclid. It's just so rare; I never ever see it around.

[NHAero]

Angry inspired me, so this is the result. First ride in the woods today, first to work then to a board meeting. Way fun to have knobbies on the drop bar bike and have the suspension fork and softtail set-up. Shifting with the Microshift bar-end not worked out - it worked fine in the stand but lots of skipping in real life. I'm working an 11 spd Microshift shifter with a 10 spd 11-40 Sunrace cassette and an XT 11 spd rd. Others have posted that the pull ratio on the cassettes is the same between 10 and 11 spd, and on the stand it surely looks just right, so maybe I have some slippage or cabling issues. It's a 1x10 with a 105 crank and a 39T ring. As I posted in another thread, I was pleasantly surprised at how much better the Avid BB7 Road brakes are on this bike vs. when they were on the Anderson, with the same calipers, pads, levers, and housings - only the rotors are different (and fronts on both are 160mm).
The bars could be wider for woods riding, they're Nitto Soba and about 40cm at the hoods center to center.
Great way to re-purpose an un-used bike for not big money - parts bin except for shifter, cassette, and RD.

[adamhell]

here's mine from a few years ago. looking at it now, this frame was way too small.

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h184/adamleibow/075C3792-82A3-48F0-9A3E-0BD2CD55C57F_zps8xbtmery.jpg

[Hindmost]

I have been going through the same thinking. These frames were built long and low. The intended stems had rise and short reach, the bars were flat with negative reach. When adapted to drop bars and a road position it results in these weird tall and stubby stems. And a lot of stand over clearence, which works for gnarly conditions.

[parris]

I"m in the process of doing this with my old Aquila. I've got a stem adapter and just picked up a track stem that I believe will give me enough rise running the stem flipped.

[AngryScientist]

i guess i never posted the finished product here. it wears new compass rat trap pass's now though....

i like it!

https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cu7d-3yqcbM/WF2HXeT7h_I/AAAAAAAACq4/-nB88wttIjc3HqTSeE0V8HeDQIcEY4AKACLcB/s940/IMG_0007.JPG

[livingminimal]

This is not at all meant to come off as snarky or anything..

But 26" seems to be coming back as a format for certain folks on new bikes, particularly on touring. Just curious as to what the advantage would be? I've heard something about turning and handling a touring bike with a 26" wheel is easier under load. Is that the main thing?

I can totally understand this repurposing older frame stuff. It's awesome and just looks like fun. Just not connecting with some of these 26" or even the 650b touring stuff I've seen lately.

[Nooch]

So... If I wanted to swap off the Rock Shox indy fork off my 26er (that gets next to no use...), would someone be able to recommend a good steel fork for it? (bike's GT Tequesta -- nothing fancy :) )

[NHAero]

Nooch, others will be able to answer this question about a replacement fork, but I'd ask, why lose the suspension front end if it's already there? On my trail ride today, I definitely go faster and have more control with suspension. Just askin' - I do note that most bikes in this thread and in the much longer one referenced earlier are not suspension fork equipped.

So... If I wanted to swap off the Rock Shox indy fork off my 26er (that gets next to no use...), would someone be able to recommend a good steel fork for it? (bike's GT Tequesta -- nothing fancy :) )

[Stevemikesteve]

Just curious as to what the advantage would be? I've heard something about turning and handling a touring bike with a 26" wheel is easier under load. Is that the main thing?

26 as I understand it is stronger and often lighter (compared to a similarly spec'd 700c wheel).

[JAllen]

I used to have a converted Giant Rincon as my main ride. I think I've posted pictures on here somewhere. I loved the feel. I do miss that bike... :/

Yay 1000th post! I'm really accomplishing something in life.

[559Rando]

Bene's Romanceur should make this thread more better.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170114/4c2164c9d6cc353eb36bc65087be6a54.jpg


http://theradavist.com/2017/01/benedicts-crust-bikes-romanceur-26-touring-bike/#1

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[kingpin75s]

But 26" seems to be coming back as a format for certain folks on new bikes, particularly on touring. Just curious as to what the advantage would be? I've heard something about turning and handling a touring bike with a 26" wheel is easier under load. Is that the main thing?


My understanding has always been the 26" wheel is what you can get parts for just about anywhere in the world. That is a big plus for big travelers.

[d_douglas]

Señor Dangerpants, how did you manage to mount that Deore DX thumb shifter to the drop bar? I am thinking of a 1x7, but can't figure out how it would fit. Is the bar 31.8mm?

Thanks for your advice,

Darren

Well I already posted a couple of photos of my Ted Wojcik here (http://forums.thepaceline.net/showpost.php?p=2090863&postcount=13), but here's my Firefly (#44):

http://68.media.tumblr.com/a3b0510e4b2c7418190e0decc4543421/tumblr_o6vq4mDaUC1tst9oeo1_1280.jpg

Also here's another 26" project I created, my 2009 Independent Fabrication Deluxe:

http://68.media.tumblr.com/d24ec6f01998db4dbdb7bdeaa6785da8/tumblr_oi3gnxuCdD1tst9oeo1_1280.jpg

[sfhbike]

Just a plain old Disc Trucker 26" (52cm), my daily commuter, good for carrying kid and bags, and hopefully touring one day. Utilitarian and heavy!

Full build thread here: http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=190935

https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8729/29631946274_48bb5040d0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/M9ttgq)

[hummus_aquinas]

here's mine from a long time ago. still one of my favorite bikes I've owned.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5143/5689340118_135d6f23aa_b.jpg
https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5270/5689339292_b64c4a95cd_b.jpg

[ParkerMusselman]

100 Internet points for that radio.

[sparky33]

from the archives....midge Salsa Ala Carte with Big Apples and such
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170430/69d058d42de4474a0bd45063c24d7d28.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170430/d08cebf6222eafd5890fff4ff2b38796.jpg
long since moved on... can't remember why exactly.

[pinkshogun]

I've had this kicking around for a while and decided to do a drop bar conversion.

First gravel ride today/tonight was awesome. The 1.9 tires were great on the loose sand and didnt feel slow at all.

My buddy has a 1985 Bridgestone MB-2 also with a drop bar and Wald basket

[TheseGoTo11]

2009 Indy Fab Deluxe (https://ibb.co/g9byNw) w/650b wheelset. XT/Ultegra mix. Happy to share the specs if anyone's interested. FWIW, the Jtek Shiftmate (http://www.jtekengineering.com/shiftmate/) is an excellent little piece of kit for making STI shifters play nicely with MTB derailleurs.

[Stan Lee]

I bought this one from Steve Potts a few years back.

http://monkeywrenchcycles.com/wpmwc/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/IMG_4813-970x647.jpg


An early Ibis built for a tour of Africa
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSbTDvScCy0/S4wlSSMMNiI/AAAAAAAAAIo/_3Mb9CsTy3g/s1600/IMG_6583.JPG

[andeww]

Sweet
Tell us about this tour of Africa

[Stan Lee]

I bought the bike 10 years ago from the son of the guy who did the tour. The son was using it as a campus commuter. I never talked to the original owner but the son said his dad did a bike tour of Africa in the mid 80's and that's the reason why the continent is painted on the top tube. The yellow painted pin stripes are a cool addition. Scot Nicol mentioned that he remembered the guy and story behind the bike.

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSbTDvScCy0/S4wlR6M83JI/AAAAAAAAAIg/0vrkvvnasVs/s1600/IMG_6581.JPG

[MrDangerPants]

Señor Dangerpants, how did you manage to mount that Deore DX thumb shifter to the drop bar? I am thinking of a 1x7, but can't figure out how it would fit. Is the bar 31.8mm? Thanks for your advice, Darren

Holy cow, sorry for the delay Darren! I gather you already got your answer but thought I'd post nonetheless. The bar is 31.8 at the clamp but the shifters are mounted at the narrow section. Also, for this type of application use the DX shifters and not the XT version as the clamp on the DX can bent open a bit to clear the curves of the bar and clamp down on the bar itself (I believe it's slightly bigger than 22.2). Anyway, it's a fantastic setup!

http://78.media.tumblr.com/4a56499392a7ecb00bf760ec8098b4ed/tumblr_p0qx6wKE8Y1tst9oeo1_1280.jpg

http://78.media.tumblr.com/596d4031247e64f37655c39ecb8895a7/tumblr_p0qx6wKE8Y1tst9oeo2_1280.jpg

[cachagua]

The clamp on the DX can bend open a bit to clear the curves of the bar...

Thank you for this excellent idea. I like Suntour but same difference -- the cheaper models have a cheezy sheet-steel clamp you can bend, instead of a classy solid aluminum one that'll crack if you open it up too far. Plus the cheap ones are all OVER ebay, for next to no money.

Plus in most cases you can swap the high-grade lever mechanism onto the cheap clamp. Best of both worlds.

[Luwabra]

I’ll be joining this party w a 90’s nos Croll frame I snagged on eBay as a psa here. Shows up Thursday. needs a fork keeping it full rigid. Eric Noren is building the fork as he worked for Croll during this time. I sent Eric the pics and he confirmed Walter did the majority of work but he did the finishing work on my frame. If you haven’t talked to Eric you’ll never forget him when you do. Anyway full circle back to him for the fork some almost 30 years later. The story is as cool as the finished product will be imo. Either a VO cigne or Crust Limp dick stem and some variation of wide drop bars like a midge or Gary or wood chipper probably a ss drivetrain for a while at least, rat trap pass tires etc.. have ideas but need to source a lot of parts.

[yetitotheheady]

OK I'll play Rawland Ravn.

I've had it since May 2017 built up, and have enjoyed every mile I've put on it.

[559Rando]

OK I'll play Rawland Ravn.

I've had it since May 2017 built up, and have enjoyed every mile I've put on it.

Nice, Ravn! Did you buy it complete or did you build?

[kingpin75s]

I’ll be joining this party w a 90’s nos Croll frame I snagged on eBay as a psa here. Shows up Thursday. needs a fork keeping it full rigid. Eric Noren is building the fork as he worked for Croll during this time. I sent Eric the pics and he confirmed Walter did the majority of work but he did the finishing work on my frame. If you haven’t talked to Eric you’ll never forget him when you do. Anyway full circle back to him for the fork some almost 30 years later. The story is as cool as the finished product will be imo. Either a VO cigne or Crust Limp dick stem and some variation of wide drop bars like a midge or Gary or wood chipper probably a ss drivetrain for a while at least, rat trap pass tires etc.. have ideas but need to source a lot of parts.

Cool! Fun to get to see where that one landed. Happy to hear Erik is building a fork for it. Sounds like a fun project.

Woodchippers are great if you really plan to use this off-road, else the other options may suit you better if more of an all-rounder goal. The Cowchippers are a nice blend that might be a fit as well.

[yetitotheheady]

Nice, Ravn! Did you buy it complete or did you build?

I built it.

I followed the development of the Ravn for a while and finally pulled the trigger. Some details changed from the original design that was purposed but I really like the bike a lot. It has seen a ton of commute miles and gravel miles. I would recommend, as seen it is 24.5lbs which is respectable for such a versatile bike.

[Luwabra]

Cool! Fun to get to see where that one landed. Happy to hear Erik is building a fork for it. Sounds like a fun project.

Woodchippers are great if you really plan to use this off-road, else the other options may suit you better if more of an all-rounder goal. The Cowchippers are a nice blend that might be a fit as well.

i dont know "the plan" yet... i may keep it OG ish and put some bullmoose bars on it or ??? no idea yet. the fork will be awesome... Eric is going to do a pacenti crown and a french bend or something on the blades.. i left the aesthetic up to him i just knew what i wanted for a crown. It'll be interesting for sure. prob see most of its time on gravel with my two year old in a rack mounted topeak behind me :) so i gotta keep that in mind.. .lol prob no "SHREDDING THE GNAR" with the little one.

[simplemind]

So, do you think this is a good candidate for my wife's gravel bike? How would you go about converting it to drop bar?

This may be one of the first carbon mountain bikes made, at least very early!

https://i.imgur.com/sIJ6l6Z.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/WYKpsOm.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/yVJD6ld.jpg

[AngryScientist]

So, do you think this is a good candidate for my wife's gravel bike? ]

the bike itself is a good candidate yes, but the real question lies in the numbers.

if you can convert it to reach workable reach/drop numbers for your wife to ride comfortably with available/sensible parts - then yes.

before you get too far along, take some measurements and do some geometry to figure out those numbers.

[simplemind]

the bike itself is a good candidate yes, but the real question lies in the numbers.

if you can convert it to reach workable reach/drop numbers for your wife to ride comfortably with available/sensible parts - then yes.

before you get too far along, take some measurements and do some geometry to figure out those numbers.

Good plan. She has been riding this for years as is, but more like a cruiser on local hike-n-bike trails. She would probably rarely ride in the drops as she doesn't on her road bike. The only advantage I see with drop bars is the ability to change positions to relieve hands and body.

[charliedid]

[QUOTE=simplemind;2305857]So, do you think this is a good candidate for my wife's gravel bike? How would you go about converting it to drop bar?

This may be one of the first carbon mountain bikes made, at least very early!

How does your wife feel about it? Me, I'd buy my wife an new gravel bike instead of buying an old ATB and pretending it's a gravel bike.

I don't see the appeal.

Just my 2c

[charliedid]

Okay now I get it, she already owns the bike.

I still don't see the appeal but again is this something she is asking for or something you think would be useful?

[ptourkin]

This 1995 Stumpjumper was converted to 27.5 disc. Interesting work:

https://roadrunnerbags.us/blogs/road-runner-bags/bags-make-the-bike

[charliedid]

I'd suggest buying a swept back bar and Ergon grips. The ones designed for swept back bars.

Or to try something very simple that gives her a different hand position and a superior grip just buy these and install on current bike. I bet it makes a big difference to her.

[cp43]

So, do you think this is a good candidate for my wife's gravel bike? How would you go about converting it to drop bar?

This may be one of the first carbon mountain bikes made, at least very early!



A gravel bike doesn't need to have drop bars. It's probably worth looking at alternative "flat" bars also. Much easier swap.

My wife's gravel bike has something like these: https://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/HBOOMA/on-one-mary-handlebar

Check with your wife and see if something like that would work for her.

Chris

[simplemind]

I'd suggest buying a swept back bar and Ergon grips. The ones designed for swept back bars.

Or to try something very simple that gives her a different hand position and a superior grip just buy these and install on current bike. I bet it makes a big difference to her.

Yeah, she owns it and likes it, and she's penurious! :eek:

Not a bad idea with regard to the sweep bars and appropriate grips.

[charliedid]

Yeah, she owns it and likes it, and she's penurious! :eek:

Not a bad idea with regard to the sweep bars and appropriate grips.

Penurious ( I had to look it up) as in too broke to buy a new bike?

[charliedid]

Ergon GC-1 grips. They make two sizes and majority of people do best in a small. Tons of bars out there from Surly, SOMA , Origin8, even a Jones but they are pretty wide and not everyone loves them.

Something like this. We do it at the shop all the time.

[simplemind]

Ergon GC-1 grips. They make two sizes and majority of people do best in a small. Tons of bars out there from Surly, SOMA , Origin8, even a Jones but they are pretty wide and not everyone loves them.

Something like this. We do it at the shop all the time.

Looks like you have a stereo system on there!

I have an extra set of Luv Handles (http://www.groovycycleworks.com/luv-handles), but as you said they're a bit wide for her, and I'd hate to cut them. Anyway I'm sure I could come up with something.

What would be intriguing is if I could fit 27.5's on there!

[charliedid]

Looks like you have a stereo system on there!

Ha!

That is a pic I pulled from the web simply for illustration. I think it's a controller for an e-assist unit.

[zambenini]

Started re-doing my Kelly Deluxe. First trip around the block was very promising indeed! Gonna be a fun bike in our family. It's primarily my baby trailer puller but will work for my wife and our adventures no problem with a little less stem and seatpost.

Ultimately probably black, but what color bar tape? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181219/7d98c16772c051cdab7bd233c075c1aa.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181219/d0a17b0d3c610dcb84fcf59452004726.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181219/1cba62f341ca279dafb631f43bae68c8.jpg

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[jtbadge]

Started re-doing my Kelly Deluxe. First trip around the block was very promising indeed! Gonna be a fun bike in our family. It's primarily my baby trailer puller but will work for my wife and our adventures no problem with a little less stem and seatpost.

Ultimately probably black, but what color bar tape?

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This is badass! I have been eyeing a Kelly 26er on IG/PinkBike for a minute, I want to build a rigid MTB instead of the rowdy hardtail I currently have.

I say black tape, but maybe a dark green if you can find one that matches the seatpost collar?

[donevwil]

Rip

1697971677

[General69]

With biopace.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181219/e058e8dacb14356fe728b9b7d6f7a689.jpg

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[fellowpicker]

Indy Fab Deluxe 26er converted to 27.5 drop bar.

[zambenini]

This is badass! I have been eyeing a Kelly 26er on IG/PinkBike for a minute, I want to build a rigid MTB instead of the rowdy hardtail I currently have.

I say black tape, but maybe a dark green if you can find one that matches the seatpost collar?Thanks! Have to say I am very glad I got my Kelly. It rules. Was great with flat bars too but this seems even better.

If it plays its hand right, it will get a Dynamo wheelset some day. I don't know if I would want a rigid MTB to be my main MTB though. This one seems well suited for allroad, bikepacking, and adventurous urban riding though.

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[TheseGoTo11]

Although it began life as a rigid 26er MTB, like fellowpicker my Deluxe now does duty in drop bar 650b mode.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/162796941@N07/albums/72157676869433528

[Jaybee]

Although it began life as a rigid 26er MTB, like fellowpicker my Deluxe now does duty in drop bar 650b mode.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/162796941@N07/albums/72157676869433528

This is worth the click to see this bike. Very nice, right down to the hint of green on the rims.

[kingpin75s]

This is worth the click to see this bike. Very nice, right down to the hint of green on the rims.

+1. Dope.

[zambenini]

To those interested and/or who PM'd be from this thread last time, this bike's for sale now.

https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=240238



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[stien]

Nick, are you still liking your rat trap pass’d MTB? I’ve got a sweet diamondback ascent here that I’m thinking of trying out for mixed surface duty. It’s got some nice steel tubing and a threadless fork already. Are bar ends a liability in this use case? I’m wondering if a jones bar setup might be a nicer middle ground. Could keep the grip shift and brake levers.

This cheap project would help save money to get the wife a fancy carbon gravel rig.