Dave Kirk interview

[LegendRider]

Kirk interview (part 1):
http://redkiteprayer.com/?p=1773

Kirk interview (part 2):
http://redkiteprayer.com/?p=1772

Sorry if this has been posted already. Good stuff, particularly the section on suspension.

[David Kirk]

Kirk interview (part 1):
http://redkiteprayer.com/?p=1773

Kirk interview (part 2):
http://redkiteprayer.com/?p=1772

Sorry if this has been posted already. Good stuff, particularly the section on suspension.

Thanks for the outing.

There is another interview on Commute by Bike if you are interested

- http://commutebybike.com/2010/02/25/2010-nahbs-interview-series-kirk-frameworks/

Dave

[dekindy]

DK

Would having the pivot further add to the comfort/handling characteristics of the Terraplane design?

[fiamme red]

Thanks for the outing.

There is another interview on Commute by Bike if you are interested

- http://commutebybike.com/2010/02/25/2010-nahbs-interview-series-kirk-frameworks/

DaveInteresting thoughts about a number of subjects, including what a bike used for everyday transportation should be:

For a bike to be truly usable as everyday transportation it goes without saying that it needs to have certain things. It needs room for proper tires and fenders. It needs mounts for racks to carry bags and clean work clothing. That much is obvious. It also needs to fit and handle properly considering its end use. A race bike needs one fit and an everyday bike needs another. The everyday bike needs to put the rider into a position where they can react quickly to changing road and traffic conditions and feel relaxed and confident doing so. They need a high enough position so they have good sight lines all around without straining but still have enough weight on the front wheel for proper handling and stability. If the fit and handling are dialed in the rider will feel confident to use the bike in all conditions, including commuting. I also think that if the bike is light and sporty it will make its everyday use a pleasure and not a chore. Riding can and should always be fun in my opinion.

[David Kirk]

DK

Would having the pivot further add to the comfort/handling characteristics of the Terraplane design?

If you are asking could I get more wheel travel with a pivot then I'd say yes. If you were to ask if the design would benefit from more travel then I'd say no. While comfort is important I don't really see it coming from suspension. I see comfort more coming from proper fit, saddle and shoe selection. I see performance being the chief aim of my designs.

Dave

[Derailer]

Amazing interview. I figured the Terraplane was an aesthetic flourish -- I shoulda known better.

[skijoring]

Amazing interview. I figured the Terraplane was an aesthetic flourish -- I shoulda known better.

Wait until you see his FFF dropouts. They are super.

[dd74]

Great interview, Dave. And very informative. The lack of rear-wheel suspension on most bikes is a problem for me on the chewed-up roads I ride in Los Angeles. They're downright dangerous in some respects.

BTW: PM'd you re. a track car.

[dave thompson]

Great interview, Dave. And very informative. The lack of rear-wheel suspension on most bikes is a problem for me on the chewed-up roads I ride in Los Angeles. They're downright dangerous in some respects.

BTW: PM'd you re. a track car.
Buy a Terraplane or a Serotta with the DKS rear end.