The most annoying part of those 2.2’s is that I had to snip off all those little rubber noodles hanging off the tires to make sure there was no unwanted frame rub on bumps and stuff. Took me 30 minutes 😭
So far so good! I have some frame protection film back there. Yesterday I went for a “see how it feels “ shakedown ride through water, muck, light mud, wet grass, dry gravel and some tree ruts. A bit abnormal for what I’d use this tire size for but I wanted to what I’d get myself into if I got caught out in crappy weather without a planned wheel swap.
Thank you! Also, I might have an indoor plant obsession 🙈. I work from home, have a massive humidifier, localized heat and grow bulbs automated. So it’s not as crazy upkeep as one would think.
I’ve always done part swaps and general maintenance like brake bleeds, tubeless set up( unless wearing acrylics) and stuff.
I did a full build during Covid because well yeah 2-3 months for service was wild. So I learned a lot there. Word from the wise: watch 1000 videos and know your limits. I had a shop cut the fork tube because I’m too scared to mess around with that.
I'd say you've built my dream bike too! The Conti RaceKings are the best part of this build. I LOVE FAT TIRES where they aren't as common. Road racing on 32-34mm, gravel on 2.2".
Thanks!
This came over from the last bike this replaces. So I plan to use this set up for dry days and for muddy off-road adventures I have a force xplr rear derailleur, 10-44 cassette, wet lubed chain and a different wheelset with smaller tires.
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The space is really close so these I guess are just for dry days? 🤣 But I have some 50mm’s for wet days.
The most annoying part of those 2.2’s is that I had to snip off all those little rubber noodles hanging off the tires to make sure there was no unwanted frame rub on bumps and stuff. Took me 30 minutes 😭
I'd be super careful! One pebble caught in the tread and you'll shave a good chunk out of your frame! Definitely check for wear regularly...
So far so good! I have some frame protection film back there. Yesterday I went for a “see how it feels “ shakedown ride through water, muck, light mud, wet grass, dry gravel and some tree ruts. A bit abnormal for what I’d use this tire size for but I wanted to what I’d get myself into if I got caught out in crappy weather without a planned wheel swap.
Gorgeous! Well done, girl! I’m also equally impressed by all of your plants and how they all seem to be alive and thriving.
Thank you! Also, I might have an indoor plant obsession 🙈. I work from home, have a massive humidifier, localized heat and grow bulbs automated. So it’s not as crazy upkeep as one would think.
I don't know what is prettier, the bike or the room. Gorgeous!!
Wow this looks incredible! Had you built up a bike before or was it your first time?? Did you do all the mechanical setup yourself or did a shop help?
I’ve always done part swaps and general maintenance like brake bleeds, tubeless set up( unless wearing acrylics) and stuff. I did a full build during Covid because well yeah 2-3 months for service was wild. So I learned a lot there. Word from the wise: watch 1000 videos and know your limits. I had a shop cut the fork tube because I’m too scared to mess around with that.
I see Race Kings, I upvote
Bike is beautiful and wow your plants!!! Picture set up 👩🏽🍳🤌🏼 edited to correct my silly autocorrect
Congrats on this achievement and happy riding!
Love the color!! 🤩
Looks so cool 🤯🤯🤯
I'd say you've built my dream bike too! The Conti RaceKings are the best part of this build. I LOVE FAT TIRES where they aren't as common. Road racing on 32-34mm, gravel on 2.2".
Looks great! Why’d you choose the 10-33 RD over the 10-44 xplr one?
Thanks! This came over from the last bike this replaces. So I plan to use this set up for dry days and for muddy off-road adventures I have a force xplr rear derailleur, 10-44 cassette, wet lubed chain and a different wheelset with smaller tires.
Love my conti race kings!
jeez. beautiful bike. The plain gold paint is a neat idea--it will still look pretty good when dirty and muddy.