tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34099747804983894292024-03-17T20:03:38.121-07:00The Monkey LabCustom Bike Builds - Rohloff SPEEDHUBS - Schlumpf Gearing - Wheelbuilding - Suspension ServiceNeilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comBlogger150125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-90067527307276519772019-05-17T13:12:00.000-07:002019-05-17T13:12:40.211-07:00Tech Talk: Why Is the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 So Expensive? <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Why is the <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" target="_blank">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> so expensive? Is it really better than other internal gear hubs out there like Shimano’s Alfine 8 or 11 or the Nuvinci/Enviolo N360 or N380? Is there another gear hub on the market worth using?<br /><br />With over twelve years selling these high-end, German-made hubs on the American market, we often hear from customers wondering whether the benefits justify the premium price tag. While we feel that a variety of internal gearing systems are superior to derailleurs, there is no other gear hub that can be substituted for the Rohloff SPEEDHUB in terms of durability and long-term performance. Accordingly, it is our only recommendation for those customers looking to push the limits of their drivetrain with heavy usage. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />This Tech Talk breaks down the differences between a few of the most popular internal gear hubs available, allowing you to decide whether or not the Rohloff is the only solution for the way you ride. <br /><br />To keep things focused, we will limit the scope of this comparison to the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14, Shimano Alfine 8 & 11, and Nuvinci/Enviolo N360 & N380. These hubs represent high-end (Rohloff) and mid-range (Shimano and Enviolo) options within the internal gearing market. Lower-cost options currently available are rarely suitable for the types of bikes we work with.</div>
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<br />Note that <a href="http://www.kindernay.com/" target="_blank">Kindernay</a> is not included because we have not yet had the opportunity to try one. We are eager to test one, so keep your eyes out for a future review. <br /><br /><b>What advantages does the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 have over other internal gear hubs?</b><ul>
<li>A wider gear range: Bikes with a wider gear range are easier to pedal comfortably both up and down hills, with a bigger difference between the “easiest” and “hardest” gears. The SPEEDHUB has 526% range, more than the 1x12 derailleur systems currently popular with mountain bikers, and comparable to 2 and 3x systems commonly used in the past. By comparison, the next closest option is Shimano’s Alfine 11 with 409%, followed by 380% on the Nuvinci/Enviolo N380, 360% on the Nuvinci/Enviolo N360, and 307% on the Shimano Alfine 8.</li>
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<li>More gears to choose from: The SPEEDHUB offers 14 gears, compared to 8 or 11 in the Alfine hubs. Having more gears gives riders the additional flexibility to maintain a steady cadence and maximize their biomechanical efficiency across a wider variety of terrain. </li>
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<br />Note that Nuvinci/Enviolo hubs have no gear steps, and instead offer a smooth transition from easiest to hardest gear ratio, whereas all other gear hubs noticeably shift through their gears one at a time.</ul>
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<li>Even gear steps: The SPEEDHUB offers 13.6% steps (with very minor variations) for a consistent feel that steadily increases required effort as you shift through the gears. By comparison, the steps between gears on Shimano's Alfine hubs vary widely, with some as low as 13.1% and others as high as 29.2%. Again, Nuvinci/Enviolo hubs do not have discreet gear steps.</li>
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<li>Better efficiency: Designed as a high-performance alternative to traditional drivetrains, the SPEEDHUB operates at 95-98% efficiency, which is comparable to a new, well-adjusted derailleur system. Other gear hubs operate with lower efficiency, with power loss on the order of 3-12% depending on the hub and gear being used. Given that the human engine is very small, and the fact that people spend substantial money to achieve even minor improvements in performance, a disparity of multiple percentage points of efficiency is quite substantial. E-bike users should note that more efficient drivetrains increase the range of electric bikes.</li>
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<li>High torque capacity: The SPEEDHUB can handle an impressive 130Nm of torque, making it well-suited to the higher inputs seen in off-road use or loaded touring, and with cargo bikes, tandems, and e-bikes.</li>
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<li>Lower gearing: With the right sprockets, the SPEEDHUB can officially be geared lower than any other gear hub that we know of. This makes it possible to climb steep climb hills off road and climb long and/or steep climbs with a fully loaded bike without damaging the hub.</li>
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<li>Better load capacity: The SPEEDHUB can handle an immense amount of load, including loaded touring tandems and heavily laden cargo bikes. Nuvinci offers a heavy duty version of their hub for cargo bike use, but the Alfine hubs were developed for urban commuters, and are not recommended for heavy duty use. For off road applications, this load capacity also makes the Rohloff unit suitable for aggressive trail use, including jumps, drops, and other high-speed impacts.</li>
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<li>Longest lifespan: The SPEEDHUB will go forever under normal operating conditions - or at least a full human lifespan. Over the past 20+ years, some riders have logged over a quarter of a million miles on their hubs with no signs of deterioration. During this time period, no hubs have “worn out”. While we do not have specific data on Shimano or Nuvinci/Enviolo hubs, the our experience suggests these hubs were not designed to handle this much use.</li>
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All things considered, the SPEEDHUB stands out as the gold standard compared to all other gear hubs currently available. Sure, the hefty price tag is due in large part to the hubs being manufactured in Germany’s expensive labor market. However, the use of higher quality materials, more stringent manufacturing methods, and very tight tolerance requirements also account for a significant part of the premium you pay, and these factors are what make the Rohloff a superior product. </div>
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<b><br />So, are these advantages worth the extra cost? Will another internal gear hub work for you?</b><br /><br />Maybe. The answer depends on where you ride, the type of riding you do, how low your gearing needs to go, how strong you (or your motor!) are, and whether you care about how much of your power (or battery charge!) is being lost through the drivetrain. Of course, cost is a practical consideration that very few of us have the luxury to ignore.<br /><br />Feel free to <a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com" target="_blank">contact us</a> for options if you are building a more casual-use bike and want to get away from derailleurs, but realize that there is no substitute for a Rohloff hub for high performance riding!</div>
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This Jones Plus is a sure-footed, classic trail bike built for a customer in Montgomery Center, Vermont, who was looking for an ultra-reliable, low-maintenance build to explore the wide network of trails that snake through the woods surrounding this small town at the northern tip of one of America’s northernmost states. <br />
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As a longtime user of Rohloff’s <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" target="_blank">SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub, the customer was already familiar with the unparalleled reliability of the 14-speed German-made hub. He set out to find a simple, classically-styled steel frame that could easily accommodate the hub from his existing bike and comfortably tackle a range of smoother singletrack and dirt roads. The customer found a match with the Jones Bikes Plus platform, and reached out to Cycle Monkey to complete a custom build around his Rohloff hub.<br />
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<a href="https://www.jonesbikes.com/" target="_blank">Jeff Jones</a> has designed steel and titanium framesets in Southern Oregon for years, with a niche for producing high-quality, adventure-oriented frames that are perfect building blocks for custom projects. Jones Bikes are well-suited to a wide range of riders, from dedicated bikepackers to those looking for a stylish, classically-inspired rigid bike they can both ride to work and use to explore the local singletrack. <br />
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This particular bike is built around the <a href="https://www.jonesbikes.com/jones-plus/" target="_blank">Plus LWB Diamond</a> frame, one of three options for those looking for a Jones that allows them to enjoy the benefits of wider rubber and 29” wheels. LWB stands for “long wheel base”, and the frame features geometry that’s confidence-inspiring on rougher terrain, but remains comfortable and efficient on longer expeditions or marathon days on local singletrack. It accepts 29” tires from 2.3 - 3.25” wide, letting you easily change the bike’s character from responsive and efficient XC machine to ground-hugging and confidence-inspiring backcountry adventure mobile . </div>
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Designed as an exclusively-rigid option, the frame is not suspension-corrected, which makes for a larger, stronger front triangle and shorter fork that combine to offer an incredible amount of frame pack and water bottle carrying capacity. The frame is covered in mounts galore, allowing for easy installation and removal of bottle cages, racks, and fenders to quickly modify your setup to match the adventure at hand. <br />
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Jones is also well-known for the <a href="https://www.jonesbikes.com/steel-truss-fork-for-plus-lwb/" target="_blank">Truss fork</a> seen on this bike. The unique, vintage look is always a head-turner, but the design offers tangible functional benefits as well, including an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, precise steering control, and the elimination fore-aft flex under hard braking forces. Because the loads are triangulated, smaller and thinner tubes can be used on the fork without compromising strength while at the same time reducing flex during braking.<br />
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The fork is offered with all Jones frames in steel, with an even lighter titanium version available for the most discerning riders.</div>
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The Jones frame also includes an eccentric bottom bracket, which tensions the chain and allows riders to run the bike singlespeed or, as in this case, with an internally geared rear hub. Eccentric bottom brackets tension the chain or belt by changing the relative distance between the crank arms and rear dropouts, and offer an alternative tensioning method to the sliding dropouts commonly found on singlespeed/internally geared frames. <br />
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Internal gearing like that offered by Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB offers numerous benefits for off-road riders. Because shifting components and most moving parts are enclosed within the hub shell away from the elements, internal gear hubs offer superior reliability in all conditions, making them an excellent option for those who don’t always have the luxury of riding on sunny days. We’ve seen countless riders put tens of thousands of miles on their Rohloff hubs with no maintenance beyond an annual oil change, confirming their reputation as the most reliable internal gear hub on the market. </div>
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East Coast trails are well known for their rugged rockiness and rootiness, which make an unwelcoming environment for derailleurs dangling precariously from the bike’s rear end. Internal hubs and gearboxes eliminate anxiety over ripping off a derailleur or bending a hanger on an inconveniently-placed rock, allowing mountain bikers to confidently take tighter lines through technical sections of trail. <br />
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This build complements the low-maintenance nature of the drivetrain with a straightforward parts kit that’s all about finding flow on singletrack. The 29” Plus wheels provide excellent rollover capabilities and a bit of extra cushion for this rigid frame, especially when paired with the Maxxis Chronicle--a tread pattern optimized for the mid-fat tire size, <br />
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The chrome components found at the cockpit, wheels, and seatpost give the bike a classic appeal that’s too often lacking from off-road machines, and the parts pop beautifully against the teal frame color. <a href="https://www.paulcomp.com/" target="_blank">Paul Components</a> offers a range of components “lovingly handmade” in Chico, Calfornia, and while their “inadvertent aesthetic” turns heads on street corners, these parts are built to be put through the ringer. They are designed to offer practicality and serviceability far beyond cell phone range, made from high-grade American aluminum that looks awfully good in polished chrome. They made a natural choice for the chainring, cranks, stem, brakes, and skewers on this build. </div>
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<br />Comfort matters most at the touchpoints, where the rider comes into contact with the bike, and too many riders overlook seemingly small component choices such as handlebars and saddles. Jones is also the creator of the H-Bar or Loop Bar, which offers a much wider range of potential hand positions than the flat bars typically found on mountain bikes or commuters. It’s a favorite of long-range tourers because it helps prevent numb hands when holding the same position on the bars for hours on end.<br />
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<a href="https://selleanatomica.com/" target="_blank">Selle Anatomica</a> manufacturers premium saddles here in the US, with ergonomic cutouts that strike an ideal balance between flexibility for sensitive areas and support while pedaling. Their classic leather aesthetic is right at home on a vintage-looking steel frame like this Jones, but we’ve also found them comfortable on long road rides and for more aggressive trail riding. </div>
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It was a pleasure to help this longtime Rohloff user make the most of his beloved SPEEDHUB with a new trail machine properly suited for hours spent exploring the picturesque singletrack surrounding his small New England hometown. Cycle Monkey approaches all of our custom build projects by starting with the rider’s goals and future riding aspirations, and selecting a frame, drivetrain, and components that fit this vision. Drop us a line to discuss your ideas for a custom build, or to get suggestions on a setup that will help you ride the way you want to, however that might be. <br />
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Bar: Jones H-Bar
Grips: Ergon GC-1
Shifter: Rohloff Twist Shifter
Brakes: Paul Components Klamper
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Rear Hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14
Skewers: Paul Components
Spokes: Sapim Race
Nipples: Sapim Brass
Rims: Velocity Dually
Tires: Maxxis Chronicle
Cranks: Paul Components
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As the North American service center for <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" target="_blank">Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub, we periodically field questions from customers concerned about noises coming from their SPEEDHUB. These noises are described in a variety of forms—squeaks, creaks, clicking, ticking, popping, clunking, thunking—and customers are often convinced the hub is the source of their noise woes. <br />
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After over a decade servicing every Rohloff unit in the US and many in Canada, we can confidently say that Rohloff hubs virtually never make noise, besides the familiar whir of the gears spinning inside. Any other perceived noise can almost always be traced to something else on the bike.<br />
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Here is a list of common culprits you’ll want to check if you are experiencing unusual noise:<br />
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<b>Bottom bracket</b>: Noise at the BB often comes from the interface between the bottom bracket and the frame, or between the bottom bracket and the crankset. These noises are most often described as creaks that arise in a rhythmic pattern and are noticeable only when pedaling, typically once per crank revolution. Best practice to address a creaky bottom bracket is to remove and clean all parts, apply a film of grease, and re-install to the manufacturer-provided torque spec.<br />
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<b>Cranks</b>: In addition to the noise that occasionally occurs at the interface between the cranks and bottom bracket, mounting bolts sometimes come loose and cause noise or a sensation of movement between the left/right sides. Noises are typically the same or very similar to bottom bracket noises. First off, check over the cranks & check bolts for proper torque. If that doesn’t help, try removing the cranks from the bike and cleaning and greasing the interface between the crank arm(s) and bottom bracket spindle and bottom bracket spindle and bottom bracket itself where applicable.<br />
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In rare instances, we have seen issues with carbon cranks where the aluminum inserts for pedal threads or the bottom bracket spindle interface have come loose from the carbon arms, causing noise and/or movement. This can usually be felt by pushing/pulling each crank arm towards and away from the center of the bike or by leaning over the bike and pushing/pulling the crank arms in unison towards/away from the ground to see if there is any movement. In these cases, it is best to contact the crank manufacturer to discuss your options to resolve the issue.<br />
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<b>Front sprocket</b>: We have occasionally diagnosed noises coming from unwanted movement of the front sprockets, usually due to loose mounting bolts or lock rings. If you suspect noise from this area, use you hands to check for any play of the front sprocket. Check chainring bolts or the direct mount lockring for proper torque. It’s also wise to inspect the system for signs of wear and evaluating its impact on movement. Clean and apply a thin film of grease between surfaces that show wear.</div>
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<b>Frame</b>: Frames can cause noise through loose bolts or, in rare cases, cracks in the frame material itself. We often hear frame noise described as creaks, squeaks, clicking, or ticking. Check for loose bolts and inspect for cracks or other damage. If your bike has a derailleur hanger, this could also be the source of the noise--clean the hanger and other drivetrain parts, apply a thin film of grease, and reinstall.<br />
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<b>Removable & adjustable dropouts</b>: When dropouts bolt to the frame rather than being fully integrated, there is potential for noise at the interface between the removable piece(s) and the rest of the frame, often heard as creaks, clicking, or ticking. Check mounting bolts for proper torque and look for wear (shiny spots or missing anodization) signifying movement between parts. Consider removing removable pieces, cleaning, and applying a thin film of grease before reinstalling to the manufacturer’s torque spec.<br />
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<b>Eccentric bottom brackets</b>: Eccentric bottom brackets provide a range of adjustment that allows them to tension chains or belts, but also presents the potential for noise in the form of creaks, clicking, or ticking. Check mounting/pinch bolts for proper torque. If this fails to solve the problem, consider disassembling, cleaning, and applying a thin film of grease before reassembling to the correct torque rating.<br />
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<b>Rear skewer</b>: The rear skewer on quick release hubs can sometimes cause creaking noises. This most often occurs when the skewer is not tight enough, which is easily remedied with increasing clamping pressure. With external cam skewers, it often becomes difficult to get enough clamping pressure out of the skewer when the cam surfaces are dirty. In these cases, clean & grease the cam pieces or switch to an internal cam skewer to avoid the issue entirely.<br />
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<b>Have you installed a new chain on existing sprockets or installed new sprockets without replacing your chain?</b>: This is the most common culprit when a customer presents us a with pesky noise that’s “definitely coming from the SPEEDHUB.” If you combine a used chain or sprocket with a new chain or sprocket, there will be running noise in virtually all instances. Even when no change in the shape of the sprocket teeth is visible, there is typically enough micro wear that a new chain will no mesh properly. This causes steady clicking noises during light pedaling and/or loud popping noises under heavy pedal pressure. The fix here is straightforward: replace chains and sprockets at the same time. Note that all Rohloff chain sprockets, with the exception of the original, thread-on 13T size, are reversible and can be flipped over to double their effective lifespan.<br />
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<b>Have you installed splined belt sprockets with Rohloff’s Snap Ring Carrier?</b>: Using the Rohloff splined sprocket system with snap ring sprocket retainer with a Gates Carbon Drive belt sprocket presents a possibility for noise from micro movement between the sprocket and the carrier. This will result in a rhythmic clicking/ticking noise every time the sprocket rovolves. In these cases, applying a heavy film of grease between the sprocket and carrier will offer temporary noise relief. The ultimate solution is to switch to Rohloff’s Lockring Carrier, which was designed specifically for use with Gates belt sprockets. Learn more about the difference between these carriers <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/blog/tech-talk-installing-rohloffs-locking-splined-sprocket-carrier" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rohloff's Lockring Carrier system is recommended for use with belt drive sprockets</td></tr>
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Noisy bikes are annoying to ride, and unusual noises are often an indication that something is wrong with your bike. In our years of working with Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB, we can confidently say that this part is extremely unlikely to be the source of unwanted noise while riding. The steps outlined in this post provide a comprehensive checklist that is likely to turn up the source of that pesky noise on your bike.<br />
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Still can’t find it after running through these steps? <a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com" target="_blank">Drop us a line</a> and we would be happy to help you get to the bottom of it. <br />
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Cycle Monkeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10935786855776710316noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-47181523393073025182019-04-04T17:00:00.001-07:002019-04-04T17:47:45.742-07:00Ventana Wolfram 29+ Bikepacking Rig w/ Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 & Gates Carbon Drive <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This Ventana Wolfram was built for a local customer from San Mateo, California, who was looking for a versatile bikepacking rig that would allow him to venture far into the backcountry with no worries about the bike’s capabilities or reliability. <br />
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The rider was already familiar with the unparalleled durability of <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" target="_blank">Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub, which he’s enjoyed riding on his daily commuter for a number of years. He knew the German-made hub would provide the perfect basis for the drivetrain of his new adventure machine, and was excited to further take advantage of the hub’s benefits by pairing it with a <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive" target="_blank">Gates Carbon Drive</a> belt system. <br />
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With this drivetrain as a starting point, he began searching for frames and eventually discovered a 29+ option in Ventana’s Wolfram. The platform is compatible with both Rohloff and belt drive systems with no modification necessary, and it’s one of few options available in this monster wheel size, which has become increasingly popular with bikepackers thanks to its excellent rollover capabilities and the more compliant ride that comes with higher-volume tires.<br />
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From there, he worked with Cycle Monkey to round out the build with components that would increase the bike’s comfort and utility on the longest adventures, such as a dynamo hub and lighting system cleanly integrated into the new <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/forks/colab-plus-fork" target="_blank">CoLab Components Plus fork</a>. <br />
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Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub has long been a favorite of bikepackers and other long-distance touring riders for both its wide gear range and consistent performance in variable conditions. The SPEEDHUB includes 14 speeds completely encased within the hub shell, making it virtually impervious to the elements and immune to dust, dirt, muck, mud, and all things nasty. Its 526% gear range is greater than that of a 1x system with a 10-52t cassette.<br />
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The SPEEDHUB is particularly beneficial for off-road riders because it removes the derailleur assembly entirely, offering additional ground clearance and eliminating the potential to snag drivetrain components on rocks or other debris. The hubs have a longstanding reputation for durability, and we’ve seen many riders put tens of thousands of miles on theirs with no maintenance beyond an annual oil change.<br />
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Internal drivetrain systems also allow for the use of a belt drive system such as this one from Gates Carbon Drive, which are not compatible with traditional drivetrains that do not maintain a constant drive line. Carbon Drive belts require no lubrication or upkeep and last 2 - 10x as long as a chain, depending on use. They are also far more durable than chains, making them a favorite for ventures far into the sticks, where a snapped chain could result in a long walk back to camp. <br />
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Because they do not split like a chain, belt drive systems require a break somewhere in bike’s the rear triangle for installation, along with a belt tensioning mechanism such as sliding dropouts or an eccentric bottom bracket. With a mind towards building low maintenance, high fun-factor off-road machines, Ventana’s Wolfram comes belt-ready with rocking dropouts that maintain belt tension an an integrated split that makes installation of this fuss-free drivetrain an absolute breeze. <br />
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<a href="http://www.ventanausa.com/" target="_blank">Ventana USA</a> is located in Rancho Cordova, California, just up the road from Cycle Monkey’s Bay Area headquarters. After years of collaboration on custom builds, we feel lucky to know the team there well, and they are often our first recommendation when customers come looking for a new mountain bike. All of their bikes are designed, machined, cut, welded, treated, and powder coated in the same facility, producing a clean finish that’s too often lacking with mass-produced frames. <br />
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The Wolfram model seen here is the brand’s mid-fat, plus-size tire hardtail platform, which is available with 27.5+ or 29+ wheels. More a trail bike than a cross country race machine, the bike features a balanced modern geometry that inspires confidence on rougher descents and offers stability when loaded down with camping gear and other supplies. While this customer opted for the additional versatility of a bikepacking-focused carbon fork, the Wolfram does accept suspension forks with 120mm of travel.<br />
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The wider 3.0” plus-size tires seen on mid-fat bikes offer additional comfort and dampening on rough roads and allows riders to maintain a lower tire pressure even when their bikes are loaded down, thanks to their high volume. They also provide additional traction and stability compared to traditional mountain bike tires, making them an excellent option for newer riders as well. The <a href="https://www.maxxis.com/catalog/tire-495-140-chronicle" target="_blank">Maxxis Chronicles</a> seen on this bike were specifically designed for the 3.0” width, with a versatile tread pattern that’s fast-rolling but offers consistent grip at any angle. <br />
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While the Wolfram is a chameleon-like platform that can be set up for a wide variety of applications, the spec on this build is fully optimized for convenience and comfort on long bikepacking trips. <br />
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Dynamo hubs are an excellent solution for those venturing far beyond the availability of wall outlets, and for those who simply don’t want to worry about charging their lights. The <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/schmidt" target="_blank">Schmidt SON 28</a> seen here contains a small electric generator that self-powers lights and other accessories with no charger necessary. <br />
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The <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/lights/sinewave-cycles-beacon-dynamo-headlight" target="_blank">Sinewave Cycles Beacon</a> headlight seen on this bike is distinct from other dynamo-compatible headlights thanks to an integrated USB charging port that allows you to charge a cycling computer, cell phone, or other electronic devices from the dynamo system without the need for additional hardware. The Beacon also features a dynamic power input that’s capable of accepting power from the dynamo hub alone, an external USB battery pack, or both simultaneously. The Beacon will automatically adjust its power source based on your speed, drawing from the battery pack to maintain full illumination at lower speeds, and switching to strictly dynamo-derived power as speed increase. With no external battery pack connected, the light functions like any other dynamo headlight.<br />
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Further integration is achieved with the CoLab Components Plus fork, a carbon fork designed specifically for adventure riding and bikepacking. CoLab Components was started by Cycle Monkey founder Neil Flock, who saw a gap in the market for dynamo-ready carbon forks that could further integrate a bike’s electrical and mechanical systems. <br />
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CoLab forks are available in a Cross and Plus version and both feature integrated wire routing for headlight and USB charger cables, integrated mount points for a light and fenders, 3-pack holes on the fork legs to carry extra gear, and replaceable threaded components to extend the life of the fork in the case that external hardware were to be overtightened. Of course, the forks have been tested for use on loaded touring bikes, and even tandems. <br />
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The build was finished off with ergonomic touchpoints that would increase comfort over the long haul, such as a <a href="https://www.brooksengland.com/en_row" target="_blank">Brooks</a> saddle and <a href="https://www.jonesbikes.com/h-bars/" target="_blank">Jones H-Bar</a>, which allows for a huge range of hand positions compared to either a traditional flat or drop bar setup. The <a href="https://bythehive.com/products/trs-seatpost" target="_blank">E13 TRS+</a> dropper post allows on-the-fly saddle height adjustment, and is an absolute necessity for anyone riding hilly off-road terrain. <br />
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We were thrilled to build up this bikepacking dream rig with a local frame and components for a local customer. If you have a custom bike build in mid or have questions about internal gearing, don’t hesitate to drop us a line.<br />
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Frame: Ventana Wolfram 29+<br />
Fork: CoLab Components Plus<br />
Headset: Cane Creek 40<br />
Stem: Thomson X4<br />
Bar: Jones H-Bar<br />
Shifter: Rohloff Twist Shifter<br />
Brakes: Paul Components Klamper<br />
Brake Levers: Love Levers<br />
Seatpost: E13 TRS+ Dropper<br />
Saddle: Brooks B17<br />
Front Hub: Schmidt SON 28 Dynamo<br />
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Skewers: Shimano XT<br />
Spokes: Sapim Race<br />
Nipples: Sapim Brass<br />
Rims: WTB KOM Tough<br />
Tires: Maxxis Chronicle<br />
Cranks: Race Face Aeffect<br />
Bottom Bracket: Press Fit 30<br />
Sprockets: Gates Carbon Drive<br />
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<br />The <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive" target="_blank">Gates Carbon Drive</a> belt system is a great addition to any bike with an internal shifting system such as the <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff" target="_blank">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a>, Shimano Alfine, and Nuvinci/Envilio internal gear hubs or Pinion gearbox. Unlike the chains used in traditional drivetrains, the Carbon Drive belt provides thousands of trouble free off-road miles and tens of thousands of reliable on-road miles, all without need for extensive cleaning or lubrication.<br /><br />While they generally run nearly silent, belts occasionally squeak as they interact with the metal sprockets at either end of the drivetrain, which many riders find annoying. This is most likely to occur when the belt system is subject to dust or other fine particulates.<div>
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At Cycle Monkey, we have had good luck using Rohloff’s biodegradable chain lube to combat this squeaking noise. Applying just a few drops of this thick, wet weather lube typically provides months of quiet riding in our dry Northern California climate, where frequent 8-9 month periods without precipitation lead to a progression from dusty to extremely dusty the further we get from the last rainfall.<br /><br />In our travels around the country, the Rohloff chain lube has worked equally as well in other climates and riding conditions. Other thick/wet weather chain lubes could also be effective, but we have not yet tested any of them because of the reliable results of the Rohloff lube. Gates has tested the Rohloff lube to ensure that it does not cause any deterioration of the Carbon Drive belt.<div>
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You can order the Rohloff chain lube <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/tools-lubricants/rohloff-chain-lubricant" target="_blank">here.</a><br /><br />Gates officially recommends the use of silicone spray to address belt noise. In our experience, these sprays eliminate noise in the short term, but do not provide the same long-term performance we’ve seen with the Rohloff chain lube. Results vary based on environmental conditions, but we typically need to re-apply the silicone spray every few weeks as opposed to months of quiet riding with the Rohloff lube.</div>
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<br />It’s worth noting that use of the Rohloff chain lube does make the belt a little “dirty” compared to unlubed belts, which are completely clean to the touch. Use of silicone spray maintains the cleanliness of the belt, making it the preferred choice of the crew at Gates.<br /><br />Astute readers of the <a href="https://www.gatescarbondrive.com/~/media/files/gcd/owners-manuals/english-owners-manual-gates-carbon-drive.pdf?la=en" target="_blank">Carbon Drive owners manual</a> will note that on page 3, under the heading “Care for your Carbon Drive”, bullet point #4 says “Do not lubricate.” No need to worry—this recommendation is for regular use where no squeaking is present.<br /><br />Here is the official response from Gates on the topic:<br /><br /><i>Gates does not require the use of any sort of lubricant on our belt drive system. We only present the option for extremely dry and dusty conditions to mitigate noise. The system is designed to function without any sort of added product on the parts for its lifespan. You could run the drive without touching it for thousands of miles, you may just get some noise in particular scenarios so in that sense, it is bomb proof, it just has its quirks. We do recommend regular cleaning of the drive in order to maximize the longevity of the belt and sprockets.<br /><br />For those dry and dusty conditions with a fine powder particulate on the roads and trails, we suggest the use of this product: </i><div>
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If you are experiencing a squeaky belt drive when riding in dusty conditions, remember that it’s not indicative of a major problem with your drivetrain, even if the squeaking drives you crazy. And with a small amount of effort, you can set up your belt for quiet performance in any conditions. If you’re looking for the longest-lasting solution, Rohloff’s chain lube is the best option we know of. If you want to maintain the absolute cleanliness of an unlubed belt, opt for a silicon spray like that suggested by Gates. In a pinch, a blast of water from a water bottle will provide short term noise relief to help get you to the end of your ride.<br /><br />If you want to stay up-to-date on our latest technical tips and tricks, be sure to follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cyclemonkeyusa/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and give us a like on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cyclemonkeyusa/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. </div>
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This bright purple <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/bikes/tout-terrain-metropolitanvia-veneto">Tout Terrain Via Veneto</a> was built for a customer in Alexandria, Virginia, who was looking for a reliable bike for weekday commutes into downtown DC that would also inspire her to take on more weekend adventures, and maybe even a few week-long tours.<br />
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With experience as a mountain biker, she understood the value of reliable drivetrain components, and recognized their extra importance as she sought to take on a new challenge with the world of bike touring.<br />
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Her partner had been touring and commuting on a <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub for quite some time, and suggested she consider internal gearing as the most reliable option for her new commuter. After she came across Cycle Monkey while searching for an internal gearing specialist, she reached out to discuss the options for a custom build.<br />
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German brand Tout Terrain seemed to fit the bill, with a strong reputation for reliability and utility and enough versatility to take on both daily chores and epic adventures. Pinion’s P1.18 gearbox was selected as the basis of the drivetrain thanks to its unparalleled gear range. A dynamo hub and lighting were included for worry-free year-round commuting, along with a USB charger for keeping electronics charged on the go.<br />
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Tout Terrain is often our first recommendation when customers approach Cycle Monkey asking for a versatile, internally-geared bike they can use for both touring and commuting. The touring-oriented brand’s lineup is full of steel frames designed to wear many different hats, and the Via Veneto at the heart of this build is no exception. For a complete guide to Tout Terrain's models, check out our <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/blog/tout-terrain-bike-models-overview">buying guide</a>.</div>
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In line with their design philosophy of building versatile bikes that are platforms for personalization, Tout Terrain offers a custom paint option that can accommodate virtually any request. You simply provide an RAL color sample to the factory, and they'll deliver a powder coat frame to match. Seeking something totally unique, this customer took full advantage of this option to get a frame that matched her favorite finger nail polish.</div>
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Optimized around fast-rolling 700c wheels and capable of receiving tires up to 42c wide, the Via Veneto features comfortable, natural geometry and an integrated rear rack. It’s an ideal choice for touring riders who also want to use their bike on a daily basis, and like all Tout Terrain models, it’s available with either the Rohloff SPEEDHUB or any of Pinion’s low-maintenance gearboxes. This particular customer preferred the aesthetic and feel of the Pinion’s central location at the bottom bracket, and wanted more gears than the 14 speeds provided by Rohloff's SPEEDHUB. </div>
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Accordingly, she opted for Pinion’s widest-ranging option, the P1.18. With a 636% gear range spread over 18 speeds, the gearbox allows for easy climbing on the steepest grades, even with a full touring load. And like all internal drivetrains, shifting components are entirely encased within the gearbox, making them virtually impervious to the elements and minimizing maintenance. </div>
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Internal gearing systems also open up the potential to run a belt drive system like those from <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive">Gates Carbon Drive</a>. Belts are cleaner and quieter than chains, and they require no lubrication, which means no more messy hands. They also last 2-10x longer than chains (depending on application), and reduce wear on sprockets for a more durable complete drivetrain that rarely requires new components. Tout Terrain’s frames come standard with a split in the rear triangle for easy belt installation, making them an excellent choice for riders looking for a stock option that allows them to enjoy the benefits of Carbon Drive.<br />
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As a daily commuter, accessories were selected to further the bike’s potential as a “grab and go” . The <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/schmidt?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23">SON 28 dynamo hub</a> employs a small electric generator to capture power from the front wheel, which is in turn used to power the <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/supernova">Supernova lighting system</a> and aftermarket USB charger. Dynamo hubs are an excellent solution for daily riders and bike tourers, because they ensure your lights and accessories continue working even if you don’t have access to a charger or simply forget to plug them in after a long day of riding.</div>
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Anyone riding daily on the Eastern Seaboard is sure to encounter wet roads from time to time, so the bike is equipped with low-profile front and rear fenders. Shimano‘s XT hydraulic disc brakes provide ample stopping power in the rain and on light dirt, with levers mounted to a wide flat bar that provides additional stability and ease of handling.<br />
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Further comfort for long days in the saddle is achieved with an ultra-compliant saddle courtesy of Selle Anatomica. Despite the distinctly Italian name, this California-based brand produces high-end saddles with ergonomic cutouts in a variety of different materials, such as this one in classic black leather. Their saddles provide comfort straight out of the box with or without padded riding shorts, and give a sense of sitting in a hammock.</div>
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Schwalbe’s Marathon Racer tires provide a modest tread for those wetter days, with excellent rolling resistance and the lightest weight of any tire in the Marathon line. They are mounted to Ryde’s Andra 210 rims, a favorite of ours at Cycle Monkey for their reliable strength, modest weight, and approachable price point. <br />
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All said and done, we were able to work with this customer to build a low-maintenance, easy-go machine that’s made her daily trips around the DC metro area something to look forward to. We were thrilled to hear that she’s also taken the bike on a few tours! <br />
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If you’re looking for a custom build around an internal drivetrain, or want to discuss the potential of retrofitting an existing bike with a Rohloff hub or Gates Carbon Drive belt system, don’t hesitate to drop us a line. </div>
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Frame: Tout Terrain Via Veneto/Metropolitan<br />
Fork: Tout Terrain Steel<br />
Headset: Chris King GripLock<br />
Stem: Tout Terrain Black Label<br />
Bar: Tout Terrain Black Label<br />
Shifter: Pinion 18 spd Twist Shifter<br />
Brakes: Shimano XT Touring<br />
Brake Levers: Shimano XT<br />
Grips: Tout Terrain Black Label<br />
Front Light: Supernova E3 Pro 2<br />
Rear Light: Supernova E3 TL 2 Rack-mounted Taillight<br />
Seatpost: Tout Terrain Black Label<br />
Saddle: Selle Anatomica<br />
Front Hub: Schmidt SON 28 Dynamo<br />
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Rear Hub: American Classic<br />
Skewers: Shimano XT<br />
Spokes: Sapim Race<br />
Nipples: Sapim Brass<br />
Rims: Ryde Andra 210<br />
Tires: Schwalbe Marathon Race<br />
Cranks: Pinion Hollow Forged<br />
Pedals: Shimano DX SPD/Platform<br />
Gearbox: Pinion P1.18<br />
Sprockets: Gates Carbon Drive CDX<br />
Belt: Gates Carbon Drive CDX</div>
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Neilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-53291210120271558432019-03-01T12:58:00.000-08:002019-03-01T14:10:41.445-08:00Jones Plus 29+ Bikepacking Trail Bike w/ Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 and Gates Carbon Drive <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This original-model <a href="https://www.jonesbikes.com/" target="_blank">Jones Bikes</a> Plus (now called Plus LWB) is a great example of the possibility to convert an existing bike with derailleur(s) and chain to <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff" target="_blank">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub with <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive" target="_blank">Gates Carbon Drive</a> belt. The customer—a local from Sonoma County—had been enjoying the original build for several years, riding off-road trails in Northern California in addition to taking on the occasional longer bikepacking trip. With all those off-road miles and associated shifting adjustments, the rider eventually grew tired of maintaining the 2x derailleur drivetrain and decided it was time to find a more reliable option. <br />
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He was also interested in installing wider tires, and the 2x, double-chainring setup originally installed on the bike didn't provide sufficient chain-tire clearance. 12-speed, 1x single-chainring drivetrains have become popular among mountain bikers and gravel riders in recent years, and the customer initially assumed these options were his best bet to maintain a wide gear range and gain the additional tire clearance he was looking for.<br />
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After he discovered <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" target="_blank">Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14 14-speed internal gear hub</a>, however, he started to consider the benefits of an internal drivetrain. Further research into the SPEEDHUB 500/14 led him to explore the additional benefits of the Gates Carbon Drive belt drive system, and soon enough he reached out to us at Cycle Monkey to discuss options for installing both systems onto his Jones Plus.</div>
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The conversion started with removing all the components and bringing the frame to our local fabricator, where we had a tube splitter installed in the drive side chainstay. Most production derailleur-equipped bikes require such a modification to allow installation of a belt into the rear triangle (chains can be opened/closed with the link pins; belts are a closed loop). Because the Jones Plus frame includes an eccentric bottom bracket, which could be used to tension the belt, no additional frame modifications were necessary to accommodate the new drivetrain. The rear brake cable guides were also in a good position to piggyback the Rohloff shifter cables onto without needing to zip tie them to the frame or potentially adding additional braze-ons.<div>
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Steel has long been a favorite frame material of long-distance riders and bicycle tourers, thanks to a solid strength-to-weight ratio, approachable price point, comfortable ride, ease of repair (and modification) and classic appeal. This frame in particular is meant to be super comfortable and stable with long chainstays that put the rider in between the wheels, which is an excellent complement to the monster truck capabilities of the big 29+ wheels and high-volume tires. The bike also features a Jones Steel Truss Fork, which both reduces the bike’s overall weight, provides responsive, flex-free steering, and gives the front-end a unique look. Because the loads are triangulated, smaller and thinner tubes can be used on the fork without compromising strength while at the same time reducing flex during braking.</div>
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Frame modifications complete, we were ready to install the new drivetrain. Internal drivetrains are beneficial to all types of riders, but they have some distinct advantages for the adventure-oriented off road crowd. There’s nothing worse than encountering a mechanical issue when you’re hours from the nearest town on day three of a bikepacking extravaganza. Because shifting components and most moving parts are enclosed within the hub shell away from the elements, internal gear hubs offer superior reliability in all conditions, which is an extra advantage for backcountry riders encountering mud, muck, and a swath of inclement weather conditions.<br />
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<a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" target="_blank">Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> has a reputation as the most reliable internal gear hub available, and we’ve seen countless riders put tens of thousands of miles on their unit with no maintenance other than an annual oil change. This reliability means peace of mind on the trail, and fewer spare parts to lug around on your longest adventures. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tube splitter installed in drive side chainstay for belt drive compatibility</td></tr>
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Perhaps the most important benefit of all internal drivetrains, at least for mountain bikers, is that lack of external hardware hanging off the rear of the bike. Whether you opt for an internal gear hub like this one or a gearbox contained at the bottom bracket, they'll be no dangling derailleurs ready to be ripped off from an inconveniently-placed rock<br />
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Belt systems like this one from <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive" target="_blank">Gates Carbon Drive</a> have gained a lot of popularity on urban commuter bikes, but they’re also well-suited to mountain biking and off-road use. They require no cleaning or lubrication, making them a favorite of long-range tourers, even after a particularly dusty or muddy ride. With a carbon drive belt system, the only dirt and grease on your hands will come from the trail, not from fussing with a messy chain. <br />
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The combination of a belt system with an internal gear hub also largely eliminates the potential for snapped or dropped chains, thanks to the additional durability of the belt itself and the fact that a straight drive line is constantly maintained (as on a singlespeed). </div>
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29+ wheels and tires offer extra traction and comfort for this otherwise rigid off-road machine, in addition to providing the incredible roll-over capabilities that only come with the biggest wheels. The build is finished off with a mix of durable components chosen by the manufacturer. We’re big fans of the <a href="https://www.jonesbikes.com/h-bars/" target="_blank">Jones H-Bar</a> seen on this build, which allows for a much wider range of hand positions that comes in handy when confronting hours or days-long rides on mixed surfaces.<span id="goog_1450699678"></span><br />
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We were thrilled to help this rider get even more durability and capability out of a beloved existing ride. In addition to ground-up custom bike and wheel builds, Cycle Monkey specializes in guiding riders through the retrofit process so that they can enjoy the benefits of internal shifting and belt drives on their favorite bike. If you’ve got a project in mind, don’t hesitate to <a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com" target="_blank">drop us a line</a>!<br />
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Build Details: <br />
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Frame: Jones Plus Steel<br />
Fork: Jones Steel Truss Fork<br />
Headset: Jones<br />
Stem: Thomson X4<br />
Bar: Jones Loop Bar<br />
Shifter: Rohloff Twist Shifter<br />
Brakes: Avid BB7<br />
Brake Levers: Avid Speed Dial 7<br />
Bar Tape: Cork<br />
Seatpost: Thomson Elite<br />
Saddle: WTB<br />
Front Hub: Jones<br />
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Rear Hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14<br />
Skewers: Shimano XT<br />
Spokes: Sapim Race<br />
Nipples: Sapim Brass<br />
Rims: WTB Scraper<br />
Tires: Vee Speedster<br />
Cranks: Race Face Aeffect<br />
Pedals: Shimano XT Touring<br />
Bottom Bracket: Surly<br />
Sprockets: Gates Carbon Drive<br />
Belt: Gates Carbon Drive</div>
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Cycle Monkeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10935786855776710316noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-91249448987005169412019-02-07T16:00:00.003-08:002019-02-07T16:00:24.010-08:00Tech Talk: Retrofit your e-bike with Rohloff E-14 electronic shifting <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23">Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub offers numerous advantages for e-bike users. The ultra-wide 526% gear range is ideal for the higher speeds and steeper hills you can conquer with an e-bike, and the SPEEDHUB is capable of handling a much higher torque load than traditional, derailleur-based drivetrains. The SPEEDHUB’s internal gearing is also virtually impervious to the elements and heavy use, particularly when paired with a <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive">belt system from Gate Carbon Drive</a>. This makes it an especially attractive choice for riders who commute daily on their e-bikes or ride in wet weather and muddy conditions.<div>
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Last year, Rohloff introduced a new electronic shifting system for use on mid-drive, Bosch-equipped e-bikes. Developed hand-in-hand with the engineers at Bosch, <a href="https://www.rohloff.de/en/products/speedhub/e-14/">the E-14 system</a> communicates with the Bosch controller to instantaneously drop motor output torque when a shift is initiated, providing a smooth transition that won’t disrupt your pedal stroke. A single shift takes just 200 milliseconds, and riders can hold down the bar-mounted shift button to shift in increments of three gears at a time. As you click through the gears with these ergonomic up-down buttons, the integrated Bosch display unit will ensure you always know which gear you’re in.<br />
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The E-14 system remains exclusive to Bosch e-bikes for the time being, and was initially available only to manufacturers for use on new bikes. However, Rohloff has recently approved the system as an aftermarket retrofit for certain Bosch-equipped e-bikes.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nicolai's EBoxx E-14 electric mountain bike features the electronic shifting system along with Gates Carbon Drive. It's also available from Cycle Monkey.</td></tr>
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<b>Cycle Monkey can now help your local shop retrofit your Bosch e-bike with electronic shifting. By offering E-14 as an aftermarket kit, Rohloff has also opened the door to additional options from small frame builders.<br /><br />So, what does it take to install E-14 on your bike?</b><br />
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A number of factors must be evaluated to determine whether it’s possible retrofit your bike with E-14. <br />
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Cycle Monkey will work with you to find a certified dealer that can inspect your e-bike and communicate with the original manufacturer of your bike to determine its compatibility with E-14. These conversations will ensure the manufacturer’s continued technical support of your purchase and will prevent potential issues with your frame, drivetrain, or Bosch system. The following factors need to be evaluated to determine compatibility when making a determination:<br />
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<li>Is it possible to route the Rohloff E-14 wire harness through the frame?</li>
<li>Can the Rohloff E-14 DC/DC-CAN Converter (cylinder measuring Ø 22mm x 100mm with 3 exit wires) be installed in the downtube/seattube such that wires can reach the motor mount?</li>
<li>Will the frame accommodate the E-14 DC/DC-CAN Converter alongside existing wires?</li>
<li>Can the frame accept the E-14 Shifter Unit without interference of other external components? Note that this relates to the dropout area and the E-14 unit is slightly larger than Rohloff’s mechanical external gear mech. </li>
<li>Is the motor centered in the frame or offset? </li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This Trek Super Commuter was successfully retrofitted with a new SPEEDHUB and the E-14 system</td></tr>
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In addition to these mechanical considerations, the Bosch controller will need new software installed that allows the system to communicate with E-14. In most cases, the original manufacturer of your bicycle will re-flash the software remotely through one of their dealers.</div>
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Those hoping to retrofit their e-bike should be keep in mind that the verification process takes some time and will involve some labor costs, even if the frame does not end up being compatible with E14. Reaching out to the shop that sold your bike is the best place to start to get a quote for what the costs will be. Don’t hesitate to have them <a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com" target="_blank">contact us</a> should they have additional questions, and feel free to share this document as an outline of the process.<br />
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<a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com" target="_blank">Shoot us an email</a> to set up an initial consultation to discuss the retrofit of your current bike or inquire about custom builds based around the system. <br />
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Necessary parts:<br />
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<li>Bosch Intuvia Display Unit</li>
<li>Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</li>
<li>E-14 Parts Kit (dealers can <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/small-parts/rohloff-e-14-parts-kit" target="_blank">order here</a>)</li>
<li>Switch Unit (handlebar-mounted shifter)</li>
<li>DC/DC-CAN Converter</li>
<li>Extension/Connection Cable (400-1000mm lengths available)</li>
<li>Shifter Unit (SPEEDHUB-mounted gear mech)</li>
<li>Bosch eShift Y-Cable (various options available depending on battery type & cable length required)</li>
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Cycle Monkeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10935786855776710316noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-63152662678175961492019-01-15T15:05:00.000-08:002019-01-15T15:38:19.865-08:00Independent Fabrication Independence Touring Bike w/ Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14<br />
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This beautiful Independent Fabrication touring bike went to a customer in Toronto, Canada. The rider had a solid vision for his bike, and came to us with very specific requests for the frame, custom paint, and components. <a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff-speedhub.shtml">Rohloff's SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub was the starting point for the build. As a previous SPEEDHUB owner who'd completed an extended tour with the hub, the rider was familiar with Rohloff's unparalleled reliability and wide gear range.<br />
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The rider's fondness for <a href="http://ifbikes.com/">Independent Fabrication</a> made them the obvious choice for the frame. Looking for a utilitarian and comfortable setup, he requested a dynamo front hub (which contains a small generator that powers the bike's lights and an on-board USB charger), upright seating position, and striking silver components to complement frame's unique paint job, which features sun-kissed orange crystallance with cream highlights. Cycle Monkey coordinated with IF to get the details worked out, and we couldn't wait to assemble the bike once the frame and fork arrived.<br />
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Independent Fabrication builds a variety of frames (steel, titanium, carbon, and titanium mixed with carbon) and forks (steel only) in-house at their facility in Newmarket, New Hampshire. They have built a reputation for both top quality frames and the extraordinary abilities of their in-house paint shop. IF builds frames on an exclusively custom basis, and they are no strangers to building bikes around the Rohloff SPEEDHUB. We have <a href="http://cyclemonkeylab.blogspot.com/search/label/Independent%20Fabrication">showcased several on our blog</a> over the years, and have worked with shops and IF directly on many more.<br />
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IF's extensive custom frame program made it easy to accommodate the rider's requests and ensure compatibility with the SPEEDHUB and <a href="http://nabendynamo.de/produkte/sl_steckerlos_en.html">Schmidt SON SL</a> dynamo hub. The fork required a special conducting plate inside the dropout to enable the use of the SL (connector-less) version of Schmidt's hub, which passes the current generated by the hub through the dropout up to the headlight and USB charger through wires hidden in the fork leg. The electrical connection between the fork and hub is automatic, eliminating the need for the manually-connected wires typically required with dynamo hubs. The fork also received mounts for a Pass and Stow front rack (not shown in photos) for future installation.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">No wires needed here.</td></tr>
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Cycle Monkey generally completes builds around custom frames that employ adjustable dropouts or an eccentric bottom bracket to tension the chain or belt. In this case, the rider was more comfortable with a chain and opted to keep the frame as simple as possible by using a Rohloff chain tensioner. While we generally prefers the use of adjustable frames with the Rohloff hub, the tensioner option does offer two distinct advantages when running a chain on long-distance self-supported adventures:<br />
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1) The spring loaded jockey wheels automatically adjust for wear in the chain and maintain consistent tension.<br />
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2) The tensioner holds the chain in place when the wheel is removed, just like with a rear derailleur, instead of having it fall to the ground.<br />
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Without a rear disc brake mount or a dedicated Rohloff dropout, this bike required an alternate method to secure the hub axle to the frame. One option would have been to to use the Rohloff torque arm, but that was not the preferred method. Adding an eyelet to the left dropout to accept a bolt compatible with the Rohloff OEM2 axle plate was a cleaner solution that was fitting for a custom frame.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This customer opted for the use of a chain tensioner for this particular build to keep the frame as simple as possible</td></tr>
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Cable routing was set up to run the Rohloff shift cables along the down tube and left chainstay to feed into the cable box of the external shift mech on the SPEEDHUB. Taillight wires run piggybacked onto the shifter cables, then up the rear rack to the light. The rear brake cable runs under the top tube in a standard cantilever setup, and rack and fender mounts are included for additional utility.<br />
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The custom paint job was the finishing touch on this beauty. At a distance, it looks fairly straightforward, with just a bit of masking to create the panels and stripes. However, crystallance paint requires three layers, one of which includes glass flake that can be difficult to top with an additional layer. Naturally, the expert painter at IF worked enough magic to apply the cream color over the orange base layer and make everything come out looking top notch.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This paint job shines nearly as bright as the dynamo headlight</td></tr>
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With the one-off frame shining in all its glory, our <a href="http://cyclemonkeywheelhouse.blogspot.com/">Wheel House</a> got to work prepping a shiny silver set of wheels. Silver anodized Rohloff and Schmidt hubs were laced into polished Velocity Cliffhanger rims with Sapim Race spokes and brass nipples. The Cliffhanger is Velocity's burliest touring rim, making it well suited for this aggressive touring build. Cream-colored Schwalbe Big Apple tires wrapped around the hoops to complement the frame's unique colorway while adding comfort to the ride thanks to their large air volume.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cushy tires, sparklin' rims</td></tr>
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At Cycle Monkey, we constantly promote the durability of the Rohloff drivetrain for a variety builds, including touring setups like this rig. With a 526% gear range and long-term reliability that's been proven with over 20 years on the market, SPEEDHUB is the drivetrain of choice for long distance touring.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gebla's Rohbox is a ratcheting shift box that allows for the use of SRAM or Campagnolo shifters with the SPEEDHUB</td></tr>
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Despite the SPEEDHUB's many benefits, some riders don't mesh with the feel of Rohloff's twist shifter. Luckily, we have an alternate option for these riders. <a href="http://cyclemonkeylab.blogspot.com/2016/02/tech-talk-shifter-options-for-use-with.html">Gebla's Rohbox</a> allows the use of SRAM MTB shifters (among other options) to shift the hub instead of the traditional grip shifter. The Rohbox was just one of many high end parts included on this build to provide ultimate comfort and durability.<br />
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This rider approached us with a very specific vision of his ideal bike, and we worked with him to source the components and build up the bike of his dreams. But you don't need to have it all figured out to get started on your dream build. Whether you have a detailed plan or a rough outline for your next bike, <a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/about.shtml">get in touch</a> and we'll figure out the best way to make it happen.<br />
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<i>Build details</i><br />
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• Frame: Independent Fabrication Independence custom steel<br />
• Fork: Independent Fabrication custom steel with Schmidt SL dropout<br />
• Headset: Chris King Steelset NoThreadset<br />
• Stem: Velo Orange<br />
• Handlebar: Nitto Bosco<br />
• Shifter: SRAM X9 triggers, modified with Gebla Rohbox<br />
• Grips: Ergon GP1 BioKork<br />
• Seat post: Kalloy Pillar<br />
• Saddle: Brooks B66<br />
• Front Hub: Schhmidt SON28 SL<br />
• Rear hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14<br />
• Spokes: Sapim Race<br />
• Nipples: Sapim Brass<br />
• Rims: Velocity Cliffhanger<br />
• Tires: Schwalbe Big Apple<br />
• Cranks: White Industries VBC <br />
• Pedals: Velo Orange Sabot<br />
• Bottom Bracket: SKS<br />
• Chainring: White Industries Direct Mount<br />
• Rear Sprocket: Rohloff<br />
• Chain: Wippermann 8sX<br />
• Chain Tensioner: Rohloff<br />
• Brakes & Levers: Velo Orange Crand Cru<br />
• Skewers: Pitlock anti-theft<br />
• Headlight: Busch & Müller Lumotec Classic T Senso Plus<br />
• Taillight: Busch & Müller Toplight Line Brake Plu<br />
• USB Charger: Sinewave Reactor<br />
• Fenders: Velo Orange stainless steel<br />
• Rear Rack: Tubus Cosmo stainless steelNeilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-80350887785534570142019-01-11T09:56:00.000-08:002019-02-13T18:49:22.436-08:00Soma Wolverine Adventure Bike with Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14, Gates Carbon Drive Belt, and Schmidt Dynamo Hub<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This decked-out <a href="http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/wolverine">Soma Wolverine</a> was built for a customer in San Jose, CA. The rider was looking for a rugged commuter bike that would be efficient on his daily trips to work, but would also offer the versatility to enjoy longer tours on the weekend and even a few cycling-oriented vacations. Soma’s Wolverine frame fit the bill as a sturdy option that is affordable, works well with a Rohloff hub, and is belt-ready. <br />
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Like many of our customers, the rider was drawn to the simplicity and hassle-free nature of the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub and Gates Carbon Drive belt drivetrain. Shifting duties are handled by a set of Campagnolo Veloce shifters driving a Gebla Rohbox. A dynamo hub and lights from Schmidt, which are self-powered, were also high on the list of requirements for daily utilitarian use. From there, Cycle Monkey rounded out the build with a variety of high end parts to create a top quality commuter that isn’t afraid to stray off the beaten path.<br />
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<a href="http://www.somafab.com/">Soma Fabrications</a>, whose South San Francisco headquarters are located a stone’s throw from Cycle Monkey, offers affordable steel frames that are often considered an alternative to Surly. Price, intended use, and many features are similar, but the sliding dropouts and belt drive compatibility of certain Soma models, like the Wolverine, easily check the boxes for many of the build requests we see at Cycle Monkey. <br />
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Compared to the horizontal dropouts used by Surly, sliding vertical dropouts allow you to swap wheels more easily. The Wolverine also features a handy split in the right seatstay, which allows a belt to be installed without the frame modifications required with Surly frames.<br />
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Soma says the original intention for the Wolverine was to build a monster cross bike—basically a drop bar bike with cyclocross geometry and cross country mountain bike wheels. The idea was to create a fully-capable off-road touring rig that would also be sporty enough for commuting through the city and all-around adventure riding.<br />
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The Wolverine is capable of running a wide variety of drivetrains, including the ultra low maintenance setup included with this build. <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff">Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> is an internal gearing system with 14 evenly-indexed speeds entirely encased in the rear hub. In addition to the benefits of such a wide gear range, the internal nature of the gearing makes it virtually impervious to the elements, making it an ideal option for both off-road use and year-round riding. Even for daily commuters like this rider, the only service required is an annual oil change, which can be completed at home or by Cycle Monkey. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rohloff's SPEEDHUB and the Gates Carbon Drive belt system are an easy fit with the Wolverine's sliding vertical dropouts.</td></tr>
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Looking for the ultimate in reliability and lack of maintenance, this rider paired the <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/gates-carbon-drive">Gates Carbon Drive</a> belt system with his Rohloff hub. Belt drive systems don’t rust in inclement weather and they don’t require lubrication. Simply wipe ‘em down after a particularly dirty ride, and you’re good to go again. We also see Gates Carbon Drive belts lasting 5-10x longer than your average chain and they do not stretch—meaning you won’t have to readjust the dropouts to maintain belt tension. <br />
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Rohloff SPEEDHUBs are typically activated with a twist shifter, which can be mounted to the end of drop bars with an adapter. Many riders, like the owner of this Wolverine, prefer the feel of traditional road bike brake lever shifters (brifters) on their drop bar bikes. <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/shifters/gebla-rohbox">Gebla’s Rohbox</a> allows you to run the SPEEDHUB in tandem with brifters from SRAM or Campagnolo, making it an easy choice for this build. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Gebla Rohbox ratchet box pairs with modified Campagnolo or SRAM shifters, making it a great choice for drop bar riders who find the Rohloff twist shifter unappealing.</td></tr>
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Naturally, we took full advantage of the included braze-ons for this utilitarian machine, with front and rear racks from Tubus capable of hauling the groceries as well as bikepacking gear. Front and rear lights on this build are courtesy of Schmidt, and are powered by a SON dynamo front hub. Dynamo hubs contain a small electric generator that self-powers lights and other electronics as you ride. They’re an ideal solution for commuters and bikepackers, because they keep your lights running both day and night with no need to charge. <br />
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Wolverines are known to be vicious, but we wanted to ensure the bike provided a friendly ride with all the mileage it’d be getting. High volume Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires provide a cushy ride without sacrificing efficiency, while hydraulic disc brakes provide ample stopping power with lots of modulation.<br />
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Comfort at the most important touchpoint comes thanks to an all-leather Brooks Saddle mounted to Cane Creek’s Thudbuster seatpost. As the name implies, the Thudbuster mitigates the jarring effects of rough roads by isolating the rider’s seating position from the frame with 76mm of travel right in the seatpost. Paired with a high-end saddle like those from Brooks, the Thudbuster adds a significant amount of comfort to any bike with a rigid rear end, and it might just save yours.<br />
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With a low-maintenance, belt-driven internal drivetrain from Rohloff and Gates, an always-on lighting system from Schmidt, and ergonomic touchpoints for comfort over the long haul, this Soma Wolverine is just one example of how these versatile steel frames can be built up. They’re a perfect building block for the worry-free bike we love to put together at Cycle Monkey. Order yours today, and drop us a line so that we can bring it to life with a custom build kit perfect for the way you ride. <br />
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Frame: Soma Wolverine<br />
Fork: Soma Wolverine<br />
Headset: Chris King NoThreadset<br />
Stem: Thomson X4<br />
Bar: Salsa Cowchipper<br />
Shifter: Campagnolo Veloce with Gebla Rohbox<br />
Bar Tape: Lizard Skins <br />
Seatpost: Cane Creek Thudbuster LT<br />
Saddle: Brooks B17<br />
Front Hub: Schmidt SON28<br />
Rear Hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14<br />
Spokes: Sapim Race<br />
Nipples: Sapim Brass<br />
Rims: Velocity Dyad<br />
Tires: Schwalbe Marathon Plus <br />
Cranks: Shimano XT<br />
Pedals: Shimano XT Trail<br />
Bottom Bracket: Chris King <br />
Sprockets: Gates Carbon Drive<br />
Belt: Gates Carbon Drive<br />
Front Light: Schmidt Edelux<br />
Rear Light: Schmidt SON Taillight<br />
Front Rack: Tubus Tara<br />
Rear Rack: Tubus Logo EVO<br />
Bottle Cages: King Cage Stainless <br />
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In 2016, Rohloff introduced a new version of their renowned SPEEDHUB 500/14 14-speed internal gear hub that works with through axle frames. Dubbed the SPEEDHUB A12, Rohloff offers versions to fit frames with 12x142, 12x148, 12x177, and 12x197mm spacing. The SPEEDHUB A12 is nearly identical to the standard Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14, with the exception of how the hub connects to the frame.<br /><br />A12 hubs mount to the frame with frame-specific adapters and custom bolts, so Rohloff requires that frames be verified for compatibility before they make the hub available for purchase. As a result, A12 hubs are always special order items, and delivery takes anywhere from a few weeks to a couple months.<br /><br />This tech talk covers the details of the A12 system and provides instructions to guide you through the ordering process.<br /><br /><b>A12 hubs are NOT through-axle hubs!</b><br /><br />With through axle frames, the defining interface dimensions for a rear hub are usually based around 2 measurements—the distance between the dropouts and the outer diameter of the axle. The combination of these two measurements provides a standard used by hub makers to ensure that hubs are easily interchangeable between different frames with the same dropout spacing. Most through axles on the market today feature a 12mm outer diameter, so hubs must include a 12mm hole through the center in order to accept the axles. <br /><br />When riders first encounter Rohloff A12 hubs, most assume the hub is a true through axle version of the SPEEDHUB with a 12mm hole through the center. In reality, A12 hubs do not include a 12mm hole through the center but instead use a pair of 7mm bolts to secure the hub to the frame. These bolts are combined with a pair of adapters that reduce the openings in the frame dropouts from 12mm to 7mm.<br /><br />The pieces of the A12 system are shown in the image below. The red and blue pieces are inserts that reduce the openings in the dropouts from 12mm diameter to 7mm, and they will be sized specifically for compatibility with your dropouts and type of through axle. The green pieces are custom M7 bolts that hold the wheel into the frame, and the grey pieces are locking washers that keep the bolts from loosening. The ends of the hub are threaded to receive the M7 bolts, but the rest of the internals are identical to the original, quick-release or threaded axle SPEEDHUBs. <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<br />A12 versions use the same proven 14-speed gearbox that has transported riders to and from work, round-the-world tours, trail rides, and other self-powered (and increasingly motor-assisted) adventures for the past 20 years. <br /><b><br />Why hasn’t Rohloff created a true through-axle version of the SPEEDHUB?</b><br /><br />When Rohloff designed the SPEEDHUB in the mid-1990s, 5mm quick-release skewers were standard across the bike industry. The SPEEDHUB was designed around this standard and does not have space for a 12mm shaft to pass through the center.<br /><br />It should be noted that at the time, it was revolutionary for an internal gear hub to have a quick release axle, and the SPEEDHUB remains the only internal gear hub on the market to offer this option (all others use a threaded axle with axle nuts). In order to fit a larger 12mm axle, the entire hub would need to be redesigned, which to-date Rohloff has been unwilling to entertain for a variety of reasons. Most importantly, creating space for a 12mm axle would likely lead to a larger and heavier hub because everything would need to scale in size around the axle increase, which is counter to the desire of most riders for a smaller, lighter hub.<br /><b><br /></b></div>
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<b>A12 ordering process</b><br /><br />Ordering an A12 hub is not a simple matter of placing the order and having it arrive a few days later.<br /><br />First, dropout thicknesses need to be determined to ensure the parts will work together. Insertion depth of the mounting bolts is critical to proper functioning of the A12 system and must be standardized across all frames. Because dropouts vary in shape, thickness, axle capture method, and thread pitch between manufacturers—or even between models from the same manufacturer—Rohloff produces a variety of adapters to fit most frames. <br /><br />Rohloff has devised a testing method to determine both whether a given frame’s dropouts are compatible with the A12 mounting bolts and which specific frame adapters will be required. Rohloff’s<span style="color: blue;"> <a href="https://www.rohloff.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Rohloff-A12-beide_Messmethoden-EN-27102017.pdf">testing procedure</a></span> measures thickness in two distinct ways and then compares the results to provide a double check. Cycle Monkey can complete this process in-house if dropouts or frames are sent to us, or send the Rohloff testing kit to dealers. <br /><br />Once the dropouts have been measured, the results are submitted to Rohloff for review and approval, along with the frame's serial number. Upon approval, the hub can be added to our next bulk shipment, which occurs approximately every 2 months. We are also happy to ship hubs separately with an additional international shipping fee.<br /><br />Note that each hub will be registered to an individual frame, and the warranty will be tied to exclusive use with that frame. Additional paperwork can be submitted for use with an additional frame(s). <br /><b><br />Does your frame have Paragon sliding dropouts? Check out Paragon Inserts for A12 Hubs</b><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<br /><b>Ready to get started?</b><br /><br />Despite the somewhat complicated ordering process, Cycle Monkey has helped multitudes of riders with through axle frames successfully enjoy the wide-ranging benefits of Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB. </div>
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<br />If you’d like to get started with the ordering process or have additional questions about the A12 system, please don’t hesitate to <a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com">drop us a line</a> or <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/techtopic/order-form-a12-hubs">place an order</a>. <br /><b><br /></b></div>
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Cycle Monkeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10935786855776710316noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-11262937765774190952018-12-13T12:39:00.000-08:002018-12-13T17:00:57.003-08:00Classic Commuter: Rohloff-Equipped Rivendell Sam Hillborne<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">This classically-styled commuter belongs to a local Bay Area customer who was looking for the convenience and reliability of modern components like dynamo lighting and internal gearing for his vintage-inspired Rivendell Sam Hillborne frame. </span></span><br />
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">The project began with the desire for a </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/schmidt?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23">Schmidt SON28 dynamo hub</a> and </span><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff?f%5B0%5D=field_product_category%3A23" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub. As a daily commuter, reliability, lack of maintenance, and ease of use were absolute requirements for every component of this build. Dynamo lighting from Schmidt fit the bill with its self-generating, no-charge-required illumination, and Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB was the clear choice for a wide-range drivetrain that would perform reliably day after day in any weather conditions. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Built as a high-end commuter, the build was completed with top quality components in polished silver and brown leather to complement the nostalgic design of the lugged steel frame.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.rivbike.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rivendell</a> is a Bay Area company located in Walnut Creek, just down the road from Cycle Monkey. Their calling card is lugged steel frames, and they offer a variety of platforms for daily commuting, road riding, trail riding, and touring. Rivendell is a small company, and they pride themselves on taking a different approach to frame materials and construction than most contemporary builders:</span></span><br />
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><i>All of our bikes have lugged steel frames. We believe it's the best and most beautiful way to make bicycle frames, and trends won't sway us. We don't sell bikes for racing, and rather than apologize for that, we'd like to point out that since we are unburdened by racing values, we're free to design better-than-racing bikes. Bikes that fit better, ride better, and are more comfortable. Bikes that let you carry a load, whether that load is a tent and camping gear, a computer and files, or groceries. Our bikes are safe, comfortable, practical, and beautiful. Racing bikes might be lighter, but they are less comfortable, less useful, and for the most part, harder to like the looks of - Rivendell Bicycles</i></b></span></span><br />
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;">Rivendell's</span></span> aesthetic and design choices might fall outside the norm, but their commitment to this unique approach is unwavering, and their execution of classic steel frames is second-to-none.</div>
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.rivbike.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rivendell</a> presents the Sam Hillborne an all-rounder road bike packed with style and value. Clearance for 40mm tires provides the flexibility to comfortably take on dirt road adventures, while rack and fender mounts provide easy set up for commuting and errands. Add the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 and self-powered lights, and the Sam Hillborne is quickly transformed into the ultimate commuter.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">The <a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff-speedhub.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"> internal gear hub is an excellent option for any commuter because of its durable, </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">hardened steel internal gear wheels, wide gear range, and</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"> sealed shifting system, which protects shifting components from everyday wear and tear. The SPEEDHUB provides long-term dependability in all riding conditions, making it the perfect drivetrain choice for a bike that is relied on for daily transport. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Rivendell does not design frames with</span><span style="font-size: small;"> Rohloff-specific or disc brake compatibility</span><span style="font-size: small;">, so this build required an aftermarket SPEEDHUB setup that will work with virtually any standard frame. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">The torque arm connected to the left chainstay fixes the hub axle to the frame and prevents it from spinning while the rider is pedaling. C</span><span style="font-size: small;">hain tension comes courtesy of Phil Wood's Philcentric thread-in eccentric bottom bracket, which also allows for a small range of tension adjustment. In the end, this setup functions the same as bikes designed specifically around the SPEEDHUB.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Frame: Rivendell Sam Hillborne<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Fork: <o:p></o:p></span><span style="font-size: small;">Rivendell Sam Hillborne</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Headset: Chris King Threaded<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Stem: Nitto Technomic<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Handlebar: Nitto Albatross<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Shifter: Gilles Berthoud for Rohloff SPEEDHUB <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Grips: Brooks<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Seat post: Nitto Dynamic</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Saddle: Brooks B67<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Seat Clamp: Seat binder <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Front Hub: Schmidt SON28<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Rear hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Spokes: Sapim Race<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Nipples: Sapim Brass<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Rims: Pacenti PL23<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Tires: Surly Knard 700 x 41c<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Cranks: Middleburn RS8<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Pedals: MKS Sylvan<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Bottom Bracket: Phil Woods Philcentric<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Chain ring: Middleburn RS7<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Rear Sprocket: Shimano 39T single speed ring<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Chain: Wippermann 8sX<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Brakes & Levers: Paul Racer</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Torque Arm: Rohloff</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">• Front Light: Schmidt</span><span style="font-size: small;"> Edelux II</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">• Rear Light: Schmidt SON Taillight</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">• Fenders:</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"> SKS Longboard </span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">• Rear Rack: </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Tubus Logo Evo</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> </span></div>
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Belt drive systems from Gates Carbon Drive offer a multitude of advantages over traditional, chain-driven drivetrains: Belts do not rust or require lubrication, offering year-round reliability with minimal mess and virtually no upkeep. You can simply wipe ‘em down after a messy ride and immediately be ready to roll again—no chain cleaner or removal necessary. Belts also last 5-10x longer than most chains and don’t stretch. As a result, belts and sprockets tend to wear at the same (significantly slower) rate. The lack of belt stretch also means that belt tension typically does not require adjustment over the entire life of the belt. Set and forget! <br />
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So, what do you need to know to run one yourself? <br />
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Gates Carbon Drive systems contain three essential components: a front sprocket, rear sprocket, and the belt itself. There’s a huge range of sprocket interfaces and belt lengths available, and here at Cycle Monkey, we often field questions from riders wondering about compatibility with their current bike or the best choices for a custom build project. Many of these questions relate to sprocket sizes and belt length.<br />
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Luckily, Gates has created a handy app for mobile and web that’s incredibly helpful in answering these types of questions. To get started, all you need to know is your desired gear ratio and the minimum and maximum effective chainstay lengths for the frame you’ll be working with. <br />
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Gear ratio is the final drive ratio you’d like to achieve, and is calculated as front sprocket size divided by rear sprocket size, so that a drivetrain with equally sized front and rear sprockets has a ratio of 1 (ex. 32 Tooth Front / 32 Tooth Rear = 1 / 1 = Gear Ratio of 1. Smaller gear ratios make it easier to climb hills, while larger gear ratios offer a higher top speed and prevent you from spinning out at too high a cadence once you get up to speed. If you live in a hilly area or are a mountain biker, you’ll want to consider a smaller ratio. Stronger riders or those primarily riding on flat ground will benefit from a larger one. <br />
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Riders accustomed to calculating gear ratios with their chain-driven setups will be pleased to hear that this ratio calculation is the same. The number of teeth on belt sprockets will typically be greater, but gearing will be the same as long as the ratio is maintained.<br />
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Effective chainstay length refers to the distance from the center of the bottom bracket to the center of the rear axle. Belt-driven bicycles require this length to be adjustable in to apply proper belt tension and account for different gear ratios. As a result, belt-compatible frames have a range of chainstay length, rather than a single value like that you’d typically see on a manufacturer’s geometry chart. This adjustability is achieved with adjustable rear dropouts, an eccentric bottom bracket, or horizontal dropout slot lengths.<br />
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Once you’ve determined these two values, you can use the Gates calculator tool to determine which sprocket sizes will provide your desired gear ratio, along with the correct belt length. If you get stuck, feel free to drop us a line at info@cyclemonkey.com, and we’ll be happy to give you a hand.<br />
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The interface differs slightly between the mobile and web apps. Generally speaking, the web app is easier to use if you’re trying to determine which components are compatible with your bike, while the mobile app allows you to explore the gear ratio and compatible chainstay lengths of the various sprocket/belt combinations more quickly. <br />
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On the web: Enter your desired gear ratio (or front and rear sprocket sizes) along with your chainstay length (in mm), and select the “Find Solutions” box. From there, you’ll receive a complete list of sprocket and belt combinations that will fit your needs. They’re organized from top-to-bottom in terms of compatibility. <br />
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On mobile: You’ll see three columns on the mobile app which allow you to scroll between various sizes for the front sprocket, rear sprocket, and belt. The “center distance” (chainstay length) and gear ratio will be displayed below for any given combination. From there, you can select the “catalog” tab in the bottom navigation to find sprockets and belts in the sizes you’re looking for. The mobile app also features a nifty belt tension meter that measures sound waves with your phone’s microphone to evaluate belt tension!<br />
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If you’d like to further refine your search based on desired wheel/tire size and crank length, the “advanced options” selection on both interfaces will allow you to do so. <br />
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There are a few additional considerations when it comes to building your ideal Gates Carbon Drive system, As mentioned above, belt systems require some degree of flexibility when it comes to chainstay length or “center distance” in order to properly install and tension the belt. If you plan on only running one gear ratio throughout the life of your bike, you’ll need a 12mm range of movement at a minimum. If you want to experiment with different sized sprockets and gear ratios, Gates recommends a 25mm range of movement. </div>
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You’ll also need to make sure that the front sprocket you select is small enough to clear the frame/chainstay. Note that belt sprockets are wider than chain sprockets, and that you’ll need at least 2mm of clearance between the sprocket and chainstay. Some crafty guesswork with a ruler can go a long way in determining whether or not the sprocket size you’ve selected will clear your frame. <br />
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Of course, you’ll need to select sprockets with the correct interface for your bottom bracket and rear hub. Unless you plan to go singlespeed, you’ll need to run an internal gearing system, such as Rohloff’s SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub or Pinion’s gearbox. These systems share many benefits with Gates Carbon Drive, including a low maintenance burden, ease-of-use, and incredible durability.<br />
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Of course, adding multiple gears into the equation with an internal gearing system means that you’ll have more than one gear ratio to consider when selecting sprockets. If you’re interested in a more detailed comparison of gearing between derailleurs and these internal systems, check out our posts on <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/blog/calculating-gear-ratios-rohloff-speedhub" target="_blank">Calculating Gear Ratios with Rohloff Hubs</a> and <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/blog/calculating-gear-ratios-pinion-gearbox" target="_blank">Calculating Gear Ratios with Pinion Gearboxes</a>. If you’d like to compare systems, check out this helpful <a href="http://gear-calculator.com./" target="_blank">online bicycle gear calculator</a>.<br />
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At Cycle Monkey, we love to help riders navigate the process of retrofitting an existing bike or bring their vision to life with a custom build. If you’re curious about running a Gates Carbon Drive system yourself, don’t hesitate to <a href="mailto:info@cyclemonkey.com" target="_blank">give us a shout</a>! <br />
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Find the web app <a href="https://www.gatescarbondrive.com/Apps/DriveCalculator/index.html" target="_blank">here</a><br />
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New Rohloff users often find themselves wondering which size front or rear sprockets to use with a SPEEDHUB 500/14 or how to compare different Rohloff gearing setups with a derailleur bike. Rohloff gearing can be easily compared to external gearing using the internal gear ratios for the SPEEDHUB and the size of the front and rear sprockets.<br />
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Multiply the external (primary) gear ratio (front sprocket tooth count divided by rear sprocket tooth count) by the internal gear ratio (from the chart below) to get the overall ratio for a given gear selection. This overall gear ratio can then be compared directly with a specific derailleur or single speed gear combination, assuming the same wheel size and crank length are being used. If those factors also differ between the two bikes you are comparing, see below for additional resources offering more in depth drivetrain comparisons.<br />
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In practice, comparing the high and low gears is usually sufficient to determine whether a given set up will provide the climbing and descending gears you desire. Note that this calculation is the same whether you are running a chain or a belt.<br />
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If you are not familiar with the concept of gear ratios, the articles below provide helpful background information:<br />
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<a href="https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/biking/bicycle4.htm">https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/biking/bicycle4.htm</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">0.279</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">0.316</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">0.360</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">0.528</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1.000</span></div>
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The overall gear range of the SPEEDHUB is 526% (1.467/0.279), which is quite wide, and wider than most current derailleur systems. This means that there is a larger difference between the easiest and hardest gears when using a Rohloff hub compared to most derailleur-equipped bikes. You can choose weather the additional range is on the high end, low end, or split the difference based on the choice of front and rear sprocket sizes.<br />
<b><br />Calculating High and Low Ratios on your Rohloff</b><br />
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As an example, let's assume you have set up your new Rohloff-equipped bike with a 40T front sprocket and a 16T rear sprocket. Your external (primary) gear ratio with such a setup would be 2.5 (40/16=2.5). Looking at the chart above, we can see that the internal ratio is 0.279 for gear #1 and 1.467 for gear #14. If you multiply the primary gear ratio by the internal ratios for the highest and lowest gears, you get the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 2.5 * 1.467 = 3.668<br />
Lowest ratio: 2.5 * 0.279 = 0.698<br />
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These numbers can now be compared directly to the ratios of derailleur gear combinations to compare the hardest and easiest gears.<br />
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<b>Calculating Ratios with Derailleur Systems: 1x11 Example</b><br />
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Assume you have a 1x system with a 30T front sprocket and a 10-42T cassette. This setup provides 420% overall gear range range (42/10), which is less than Rohloff's 526%. To calculate the high and low ratios with a derailleur system, simply divide the front sprocket tooth count by that of the largest and smallest cassette sprockets. In this case, we get the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 30/10 = 3.000<br />
Lowest ratio: 30/42 = 0.714<br />
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Comparing these numbers against the Rohloff Example above, the Rohloff setup offers both a harder/faster gear (3.668 vs 3.0) and an easier/slower gear (0.698 vs 0.714) than the derailleur system.<br />
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So, how do all of these numbers affect your choice of sprockets with the Rohloff? <br />
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If you felt the high gear on the derailleur setup was fast enough (3.000) and wanted an easier climbing gear, decreasing the front sprocket size on the Rohloff system from 40T to 33T (2.063 primary ratio) would match the high ratio of the derailleur setup and decrease the low ratio to 0.575. If the low gear on the derailleur setup was easy enough (0.714 ratio) and you wanted more top end gearing, increasing the front sprocket size on the Rohloff system to 41T (2.563 primary ratio) would match the low ratio of the derailleur setup and increase the high ratio to 3.759.<br />
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<b>Another Example: Comparing Rohloff to 1x12 Derailleur System </b><br />
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Assume you have a 1x system with a 30T front sprocket and a 10-50T cassette. This gives you 500% overall gear range (50/10)—still less than Rohloff's 526%. Using the method outlined above, we reach the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 30/10 = 3.000<br />
Lowest ratio: 30/50 = 0.6<br />
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Comparing these numbers against the Rohloff example above, the Rohloff setup offers a harder/faster gear (3.668 vs 3.0) but not as low of an easiest/slowest gear (0.698 vs 0.6) compared to the derailleur system.<br />
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If the high gear on the derailleur setup was fast enough (3.000) and you wanted an easier climbing gear, decreasing the front sprocket size on the Rohloff system to 33T (2.063 primary ratio) would match the 3:1 high ratio of the derailleur setup while also decreasing the low ratio of the Rohloff system to 0.575 (vs the 0.6 ratio of the 30/50T derailleur combination). <br />
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If the low gear on the derailleur setup was too low and you wanted more top end gearing, increasing the front sprocket size on the derailleur system to 35T would match the low ratio of the Rohloff setup (0.698) and increase the high ratio of the derailleur system to 3.5.<br />
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<b>One More Example: </b><br />
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Assume you have a 3x system with 24/34/48T front sprockets and an 11-32T cassette. This gives you a 582% overall gear range ([48/24] * [32/11]), which is wider than the range of the Rohloff hub, and results in the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 48/11 = 4.364<br />
Lowest ratio: 24/32 = 0.75<br />
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In this example, the derailleur system offers a harder/faster gear (4.364 vs 3.668) and the Rohloff system offers an easier/slower gear (0.698 vs 0.75). If the low gear on the derailleur setup was easy enough (0.75 ratio) and you wanted more top end gearing, you could increase the front sprocket size on the Rohloff system to 43T (2.688 primary ratio) to match the low ratio of the derailleur setup and increase the high ratio to 3.943. If you wanted to match the high gear of the derailleur system (4.364), you would need to increase the front sprocket size to 48T (3.000 primary ratio) to match the high gear on the derailleur system, which would also increase the low ratio to 0.837.<br />
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In practice, you are often limited by available sprocket sizes and will need to adjust slightly (maybe 43T is not available so you have to choose 42T or 44T), but there are generally enough sprocket sizes available to achieve just about any combination that is practical for cycling.<br />
<b><br />General Recommendations</b><br />
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If you are not sure where to start, here is a general reference list based on primary gear ratio. You may want to adjust these recommendations for rider strength/fitness, terrain, and cargo load, but they are a good starting point for those new to using a Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14.<br />
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1.9-2.3*: Mountain biking, fat biking, more heavily-loaded off-road touring<br />
2.1-2.5*: Off-road bikepacking<br />
2.4-2.6: On-road touring<br />
2.5-2.75: On-road bike packing, commuting, gravel riding<br />
2.75-3: Road, faster/more fit gravel rider<br />
>3-3.4: Faster/more fit road rider<br />
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* Note that Rohloff stipulates that riders over 100kg (221lbs) must use a 2.5 primary ratio to maintain their warranty. All tandems and e-bikes also fall into this category.<br />
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<b>Online Tools</b><br />
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Online gear ratio calculators are useful for determining which size sprockets to use with the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14. They are programmed to provide gearing information for Rohloff, derailleurs, and other internal systems (gear hubs and gearboxes), and can also be used to compare gearing between bikes with different size wheels and/or crank arms in case you are considering a new bike with an entirely new configuration. Here are a couple that we recommend: <br />
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<a href="http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html">http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html</a><br />
<a href="http://ritzelrechner.de/">http://ritzelrechner.de/</a><br />
<b><br />We are Here to Help</b><br />
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At Cycle Monkey, we love to help riders gain a better understanding of the components and equipment they are riding on, empowering them to experiment and tinker with their riding setups like we love to. If you have any questions about gearing, sprocket selection, or a custom bike build, drop us a line. If this guide was helpful, we also want to hear from you! Let us know on our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cyclemonkey">Facebook page</a>. </div>
Neilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-56122241885647635192018-12-07T11:16:00.001-08:002018-12-07T11:32:13.642-08:00Calculating Gear Ratios with Pinion Gearboxes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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New Pinion users often find themselves wondering which size front or rear sprockets to use with their Pinion gearbox, or how to compare Pinion gearing setups with a derailleur bike. Pinion gearing can be easily compared to external gearing using the internal gear ratios for the gearbox and the size of the front and rear sprockets.<br />
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Here is what you need to do:<br />
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Multiply the external (secondary) gear ratio (front sprocket tooth count divided by rear sprocket tooth count) by the internal gear ratio (from the chart below) to get the overall gear ratio for a given gear number. This overall gear ratio can then be compared directly with a specific derailleur or single speed gear combination, assuming the same wheel size and crank length are being used. If those factors also differ between the two bikes you are comparing, see below for additional resources.<br />
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In practice, comparing the high and low gears is usually sufficient to determine whether a given set up will provide the climbing or descending gear you desire. Note that this calculation is the same whether you are running a chain or a belt.<br />
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If you are not familiar with the concept of gear ratios, the articles below provide helpful background information:<br />
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<a href="https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/biking/bicycle4.htm">https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/biking/bicycle4.htm</a><br />
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<a href="https://cyclingtips.com/2017/11/understanding-bicycle-gear-ratios-why-they-matter/">https://cyclingtips.com/2017/11/understanding-bicycle-gear-ratios-why-they-matter/</a><br />
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This chart shows the internal ratio for each of the available gears in the various gearboxes:<br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">P1.12/C1.12</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">P1.9 XR/C1.9XR</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">P1.9 CR</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">P1.6</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.55</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.55</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.55</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.77</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.05</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.61</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.64</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.68</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.90</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.32</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">3</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.68</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.76</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.84</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.05</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.61</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">4</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.76</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.89</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.05</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.23</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.04</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">5</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.84</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.05</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.32</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.45</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.50</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">6</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">0.94</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.23</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.61</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.69</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">3.13</span></div>
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<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">7</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.05</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.45</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.04</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.04</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">8</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.18</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.72</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.50</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.38</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">9</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.32</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.04</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">3.13</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.78</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">10</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.45</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.38</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">11</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.61</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.78</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">12</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">1.82</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">3.33</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">13</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.04</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">14</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.27</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">15</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.50</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">16</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">2.78</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><br /></td></tr>
<tr style="height: 15pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">17</span></div>
</td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-left: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-right: solid #000000 0.75pt; border-top: solid #000000 0.75pt; padding: 0pt 2pt 0pt 2pt; vertical-align: bottom;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">3.13</span></div>
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<b>Calculating High and Low Rations on your Gearbox: 12-Speed Pinion Example</b><br />
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As an example, assume you are running a 30T front sprocket and a 30T rear sprocket. This gives you a secondary gear ratio of 1 (30/30 = 1). Looking at the chart above, the internal ratio is 0.55 for gear #1 and 3.3 for gear #12. If you multiply the internal gearbox ratio by the secondary ratio for the highest and lowest gears, you get the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 1 * 3.33 = 3.33<br />
Lowest ratio: 1 * 0.55 = 0.55<br />
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These numbers can now be compared directly to the ratios of derailleur gear combinations.<br />
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<b>Calculating High and Low Ratios with Derailleur Systems: 1x11 Example</b><br />
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Assume you have a 1x derailleur system with a 30T front sprocket and a 10-42T cassette. This setup gives you 420% overall gear range range (42/10), which is less than the 600% range of the 12-speed Pinion gearbox.<br />
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To calculate the high and low ratios with a derailleur system, simply divide the front sprocket (chain ring) tooth count by that of the rear (cassette plate). In this case, we get the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 30/10 = 3.000<br />
Lowest ratio: 30/42 = 0.714<br />
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So, how do these numbers help you select sprockets for your new Pinion setup? A simple comparison will go a long way.<br />
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Comparing these numbers against the Pinion example above, the Pinion setup will offer both a harder/faster gear (3.33 vs 3.0) and an easier/slower gear (0.55 vs 0.714) compared to the derailleur system. If the high gear on the derailleur setup was fast enough (3.000) and you wanted an easier climbing gear, decreasing the front sprocket size on the gearbox to 27T (0.901 secondary ratio) would match the high ratio of the derailleur setup and decrease the low ratio to 0.495. If the low gear on the derailleur setup was easy enough (0.714 ratio) and you wanted more top end gearing, increasing the front sprocket size on the gearbox to 39T (1.30 secondary ratio) would match the low ratio of the derailleur setup and increase the high ratio to 4.33.<br />
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<b>Another Example: Comparing Pinion to a 1x12 Derailleur System</b><br />
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Assume you have a 1x derailleur system with a 30T front sprocket and a 10-50T cassette. This setup gives you 500% overall gear range (50/10), which is less than the 600% range of the 12-speed gearbox, and the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 30/10 = 3.000<br />
Lowest ratio: 30/50 = 0.6<br />
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Comparing these numbers against the Pinion example above, the Pinion setup will offer both a harder/faster gear (3.33 vs 3.0) and an easier/slower gear (0.55 vs 0.6) compared to the derailleur system. If the high gear on the derailleur setup was fast enough (3.000) and you wanted an easier climbing gear, decreasing the front sprocket size on the gearbox to 27T (0.901 secondary ratio) would match the high ratio of the derailleur setup and decrease the low ratio to 0.495. If the low gear on the derailleur setup was easy enough (0.6 ratio) and you wanted more top end gearing, increasing the front sprocket size on the gearbox to 33T (1.09 secondary ratio) would match the low ratio of the derailleur setup and increase the high ratio to 3.633.<br />
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<b>One more example: </b><br />
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Assume you have a 3x system with 24/34/48T front sprockets and an 11-32T cassette. This gives you 582% overall gear range ([48/24] * [32/11]), which is less than the 600% range of the 12-speed gearbox, and the following high and low ratios:<br />
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Highest ratio: 48/11 = 4.364<br />
Lowest ratio: 24/32 = 0.75<br />
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In this example, the derailleur system will offer a harder/faster gear (4.364 vs 3.33) and the gearbox will offer an easier/slower gear (0.55 vs 0.75). If the low gear on the derailleur setup was easy enough (0.75 ratio) and you wanted more top end gearing, you could increase the front sprocket size on the gearbox to 41T (1.364 secondary ratio) to match the low ratio of the derailleur setup and increase the high ratio to 4.54. If you wanted to match the high gear of the derailleur system (4.364), you would need to increase the front sprocket size to 39T (1.31 secondary ratio) to match the high gear on the derailleur system, which would also increase the low ratio to 0.721.<br />
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In practice, your choices may be limited by available sprocket sizes and you might need to adjust accordingly (maybe 43T is not available so you have to choose 42T or 44T). That said, there are generally enough sprocket sizes available to achieve just about any combination that is practical for cycling.<br />
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<b>General Recommendations</b><br />
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If you are not sure where to start, here is a general reference list, here is a general reference list based on secondary gear ratio. You may want to adjust these recommendations for rider strength/fitness, terrain, and cargo load, but they are a good starting point for those new to internal gearing or singlespeed:<br />
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0.95-1.2: Mountain biking, fat biking, more heavily-loaded off-road touring<br />
1.05-1.25: Off-road bikepacking<br />
1.1-1.3: On-road touring<br />
1.2-1.4: On-road bike packing, commuting, gravel riding<br />
1.3-1.5: Road, faster/more fit gravel rider<br />
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<b>Online Tools</b><br />
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Online gear ratio calculators are also useful for determining which size sprockets to use with the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14. They are programmed to provide gearing information for Rohloff, derailleurs, and other internal systems (gear hubs and gearboxes), and can also be used to compare gearing between bikes with different size wheels and/or crank arms in case you are considering a new bike with any entirely new configuration. Here are a couple that we recommend:<br />
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<a href="http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html">http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html</a><br />
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<a href="http://ritzelrechner.de/">http://ritzelrechner.de/</a><br />
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<b>We are Here to Help</b><br />
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At Cycle Monkey, we love to help riders gain a better understanding of the components and equipment they are riding on, empowering them to experiment and tinker with their riding setups like we love to. If you have any questions about gearing, sprocket selection, or a custom bike build, drop us a line. If this guide was helpful, we also want to hear from you! Let us know on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cyclemonkeyusa" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 14.666666984558105px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: 1.38;">REEB was the obvious answer. As one of the few American-made steel frame builders offering Pinion-compatible options, it was a natural fit. With slogans like “Made in Colorado by people you can talk to” and “No unfun bikes”, the good-times-only brand ethos perfectly encapsulated the personality characteristics we wanted to see out of a bike that was built, to quote, “just because”. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 14.666666984558105px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The most discerning readers will recognize that “REEB” is “BEER” spelled backwards, and this is no coincidence. The brand was founded by a crew from Oskar Blues Brewery, a place well-known in local circles as much for its support of the cycling community as for its scrumptious food and bevvies. No doubt, the folks at REEB know how to have a good time, and carry this mentality into the bikes they build.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 14.666666984558105px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The choice of a REEB frame also allowed for the use of both Pinion’s C1.12 gearbox and the Gates Carbon Drive CDX Center Track belt system. The Pinion gearbox provides a 600% gear range, which exceeds that of SRAM’s Eagle system. Because it’s an entirely sealed unit, it requires virtually no maintenance beyond a recommended annual oil change that can be performed at home. The C1.12 contains 12 evenly-indexed gears, but a lighter 9-speed version is also available. The gearbox integrates cleanly into the bottom bracket of the REEB frame, centering the weight for a more balanced ride-feel. The lack of external parts also has major advantages for trail riding, opening up narrow lines between rocks or other obstacles that would typically risk bending or ripping off a derailleur and incurring an expensive repair.</span></span></div>
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Overview</h2>
Tout Terrain offers a wide variety of touring, commuting, bike packing, and ebikes to fit just about any need. Unlike most companies, which offer a single model with a fixed build kit or maybe 2-3 models/build kits at different price points with colors and component spec tied to the given model, Tout Terrain offers a flexible bike configuration program that falls somewhere between the standard stock models approach and full custom bike builds.<br />
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The approach is similar to configuring a car on a manufacturer's website. You cannot pick every single component on the bike, but they offer options that cover the just about everything we get questions about:<br />
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<li>Frame color (4 colors included, 6 at small upcharge, you choose for a larger upcharge)</li>
<li>Frame size (3-4 options depending on model)</li>
<li>Drivetrain type (derailleur, various internal gear hubs, various gearboxes)</li>
<li>Contact points (saddles, grips, handlebars, pedals, stem length)</li>
<li>Sprocket sizes/gear ratios</li>
<li>Brake setup (left front vs right front)</li>
<li>Steerer tube length/number of spacers</li>
<li>Shifter options (twist vs thumb shifters)</li>
<li>Brakes, headset, bottom bracket upgrades</li>
<li>Steering lock option</li>
<li>Dynamo hubs</li>
<li>Lights</li>
<li>USB chargers</li>
<li>Pitlock security skewers</li>
<li>Racks</li>
<li>Tires</li>
<li>Fenders</li>
<li>Bell</li>
<li>Locks</li>
<li>Reflective frame decals</li>
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Getting Started</h2>
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Bikes are configured through Tout Terrain's <a href="https://konfigurator.tout-terrain.de/" target="_blank">online configuration tool</a>. When you first visit the configurator, you will be greeted by this screen:</div>
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From here, you'll want to start by clicking "Deutschland" in the upper right to open the country selection window. Then select "USA" from the list, and "Wählen" to confirm the selection.</div>
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The configurator will think for a few seconds and then you'll see the words in English. Prices will also be shown in US Dollars (and update in real time as you make selections to configure your bike).</div>
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If you happen to have started browsing through the models already, you can still change over to English and USD pricing following the steps above, but after you make the country selection, you will see this window pop up:</div>
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Select "Ja" (yes) to confirm and the configurator will reload in English and start you at the beginning.</div>
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Saving a Bike Configuration</h2>
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Once you have configured your bike and get to step 6, you have the option to save the configuration and get a unique configuration code for later viewing. You will also need this code if you decide to place an order as all Tout Terrain bike orders require a configuration code. You can view a detailed list of all the parts on the build by selecting the "Specifications details" drop down.</div>
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Once you click the "Save" button, the screen will update with a 6-digit configuration code on the lower right right side. Record this code for future reference. Clicking on "Print" above the configuration code will generate a PDF of the parts list that you can save for reference. Note that some browsers may block the PDF window from opening. If nothing happens after clicking "Print" and the "Creating document" window closes, check your pop-up settings to allow the window to open.</div>
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Note: if you reload your configured bike and decide to make some changes, you will need to re-save the new configuration and you will be given a new configuration code. The original code will still pull up the original configuration if you want to go back and see what you had previously selected.</div>
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Loading a Bike with a Configuration Code</h2>
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If you have previously configured a bike and generated a configuration code - or maybe your dealer put together a build that they think will work and given you a configuration code - you can enter it from the starting page of the configurator, then click "Go" to load the build.</div>
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Neilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-76265280604708689562018-01-03T17:09:00.000-08:002018-02-09T18:08:30.156-08:00LONG-TERM TEST: Xan Reviews the Zerode TaniwhaThe <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/zerode" target="_blank">Zerode Taniwha</a> has been creating plenty of buzz in internet mountain bike circles for a while now, and for good reason. It’s a sleek, slack, carbon enduro bike that checks off all the boxes of modern mountain bike design. But one thing sets the Taniwha apart from the competition: at its heart is a completely internal shifting system, in the form of a Pinion 12-speed gearbox.<br />
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This April, our first Taniwhas landed at Cycle Monkey headquarters and we excitedly built them up. Since then, we’ve been putting the bike through the wringer on some of the most aggressive trails in the country for months on end.<br />
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Rather than simply providing a brief overview of the bike, this review seeks to <i>fully</i> assess the Taniwha in terms of its strengths and weaknesses, capability, user experience, and durability.<br />
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Over the last few years, I’ve ridden a lot of the most popular trail/enduro offerings from mainstream manufacturers -- the Specialized Enduro, Santa Cruz Nomad, Santa Cruz Bronson, YT Capra, and Scott Genius LT all spring to mind.<br />
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The merits of these bikes are clear to anyone who has ever ridden one. Stiff carbon frames paired with progressive geometry make for some of the most capable descenders out there. What’s more, most modern long travel bikes can get you to the top of the hill for your next lap without any fuss.<br />
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But while I’ve had plenty of good times aboard these bikes, I’ve also had plenty of rides that involved smashing my derailleur on rocks, dealing with impaired shifting, and having to replace expensive drivetrain parts.<br />
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That’s where the Zerode Taniwha comes into the picture. For a rider who is constantly looking for the next best thing in mountain bike performance and durability, the Taniwha is immediately intriguing, as it’s a bike that fundamentally seeks to improve the mountain biking experience. How? By producing bikes that not only improve durability, but make performance gains as well. On paper, this sounds like the holy grail of trail riding.<br />
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The Taniwha’s geometry is spot-on for the intent of a bike like this. An appropriately slack 65-degree head angle paired with 431mm chainstays makes for a bike that stays planted while hauling through the rough stuff but still feels playful when things get tight.<br />
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Mountain bike geometry is changing a lot these days, and it’s not uncommon for one brand’s Medium to be equivalent to another brand’s Large. Because of this it’s best to figure out what reach works best for you and find your optimal fit. At 5’10”, I’m a Medium on some brands, but am very happy with the 445mm reach on a size Large. If you’re more than a few inches taller than me, you might consider moving up to an XL. </div>
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<b>The Pinion C1.12 Gearbox</b><br />
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At the Taniwha’s heart is the Pinion C1.12 12-speed gearbox. The C1.12’s forged magnesium exterior offers a slightly slimmer profile and easier to produce compared to the machined aluminum shell seen on the brand’s original P-line series of gearboxes. The new material also shaves off about 250g (.5 lbs.), making for a transmission that’s both cheaper and lighter than previous iterations. <br />
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Inside the gearbox, two stacks of intermeshed gears offer a whopping 600% range over 12 evenly spaced gears. To put this feat in perspective, SRAM’s Eagle 1x12 setup only gets you 500%, and their 1x11 offers 420%. Pinion has essentially gotten us back to the wide range offered by triple ring setups, but with none of the downsides of running a derailleur.<br />
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Since the gears are housed inside a shell, they’re also completely protected from the elements. Bashing rocks and damaging your derailleur is a thing of the past. This also means the gearbox will always shift the same, regardless of conditions. Cover it with mud, dirt, and snow – the gearbox just doesn’t care.<br />
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What’s more, Pinion expects its gearboxes to easily run for 100,000 miles with almost no maintenance. Pinion simply recommends that you change the oil bath in the gearbox annually, which can be accomplished in a few minutes with a $15 syringe kit. And like anything else on your bike that uses cables, occasional shifter cable replacement will keep the shifting feeling buttery smooth.</div>
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When sold as a frame, the Taniwha comes as a $5,000 package that includes a rear shock and complete drivetrain. This works out to ~$3,300 for the frame and rear shock, $1,300 for the gearbox, $400 for cranks, chainring, rear cog, and chain tensioner. Cheap? Nope. But compared to most other high-end carbon frames decked out with a quality shock and a complete Eagle drivetrain, you’ll find that you’re going to be spending about the same amount. Factor in the nearly nonexistent cost of drivetrain upkeep, and the Taniwha starts to look mighty appealing.<br />
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The Taniwha is also sold as a complete bike in three different <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/bikes/zerode-taniwha-enduro-bike" target="_blank">build kits</a>, priced at $6,600, $7,700, and $9,500. The top end Signature build features carbon rims and cockpit bits, with suspension duties handled with premium parts from Cane Creek. The two other builds are more modestly spec’d, with WTB i29 rims, alloy cockpits, and Rockshox forks.<br />
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For 2018, the bike is also available in a blinged-out <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/bikes/zerode-taniwha-cane-creek-edition" target="_blank">Cane Creek edition</a>, complete with Industry Nine wheels and a choice of coil or air suspension.<br />
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<b>Riding the Taniwha</b><br />
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Point the bike down a rocky descent and prepare to be amazed. The bike’s sensitivity over small bumps is simply unprecedented by any derailleur bike I have ever ridden. Even a full-on downhill bike doesn’t eat up high speed chatter this well. This is all due to the bike’s lack of unsprung weight – taking the weight of a derailleur and cassette off the end of your swingarm means that it takes a lot less force to get the rear suspension moving. The result is a bike that feels extremely composed when carrying speed over a bunch of fast successive hits. <br />
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This improvement isn’t subtle either -- it’s so noticeable that any time I got back on a derailleur bike, the suspension felt “just okay” at best.<br />
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Cornering and jumping the Taniwha feels very natural because of the extra pop and flickability that comes from the bike’s neutral, centered mass. It feels as if the weight of the gearbox acts as a pivot point that the rest of the bike moves around as you slash your way through corners and find natural take-offs on a technical trail.<br />
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In general, many bikes in this category sacrifice some playfulness for all-out stability, while other bikes dance around nicely at lower speed, but tend to be a little less confident when you really open up. Because of where the weight is located on the Taniwha, the bike manages to embody both characteristics, making for what I can only describe as an awe-inspiring descender.</div>
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With 160mm of travel front and rear, I expected the Taniwha to be a capable descender. What I didn’t expect was how good this thing is at climbing.<br />
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This is mostly due to the bike’s fixed chainline. On a traditional derailleur bike, the chain changes its angle in relation to the rest of the bike whenever you shift it, meaning that pedaling effects the suspension differently in different gears. So you’ll get different “squatting” or “bobbing” behaviors depending on what gear you’re in. On the other hand, the Taniwha’s chainline remains constant no matter what gear the bike is in, so the frame can be designed to have perfect pedaling characteristics in every gear.<br />
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These attributes make the bike a superb technical climber. Pedal bob isn’t apparent when hammering on the bike, but the suspension stays supple and responsive to bumps when the shock is left open. The result is a bike that offers nearly endless traction when crawling up anything steep and loose.<br />
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In terms of the operation of the bike, Pinion’s twist shifter is the thing that takes the most getting used to, and in some cases, completely deters people from giving the Taniwha a try. For this crowd, it’s worth noting that Pinion will release a trigger shifter sometime next year. That said, I’d encourage any rider to give it a try because of the distinct advantages in can offer in conjunction with the Pinion system.<br />
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At first, there’s the odd feeling of not having your muscle memory in tune with the bike. You hammer on the pedals, and the twist shifter becomes harder to rotate, which can kill your momentum as you struggle up a hill in the wrong gear.<br />
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For a split second, you reduce power slightly, right as you’re about to move the shifter. You don’t need to backpedal, or even stop pedaling. Just reduce the amount torque you’re putting through the drivetrain, and instantaneously pop the bike into your desired gear. Nail the timing, and you’ll be able to shift through gears while standing up and pedaling up steep, technical terrain with no issue. <br />
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Then there’s this wonderful realization that you no longer have to shift through one gear at a time or even pedal to change gears. Going from a high gear to a low gear is as simple as selecting the desired gear and pedaling. No more delicately shifting the chain across the entire cassette when a sudden incline sneaks up on you. Suddenly, I had instant access to any gear I wanted.<br />
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At this point, the unwritten “rules” about how and when you shift a mountain bike changed forever. I found myself throwing the bike into a corner, downshifting in the apex of the corner, and then sprinting out in the perfect gear. Terrain with sudden changes in slope became easier to ride, since I was never waiting for the chain to move across the cassette into the right gear. I even found myself purposefully shifting the bike in the air.<br />
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The frame has its fair share of scratches and chips, but damage appears to be solely cosmetic. <br />
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The gearbox itself is still running smoothly, and if the lifespan of the similarly engineered Rohloff Speedhub is any indication, it should keep running for years (maybe even decades) to come. <br />
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The Pinion chain tensioner (arguably the only part of the drivetrain that’s remotely exposed) has encountered a few rocks and logs, but since it’s spring-loaded, it simply pivots out of the way when it hits something. No complaints there.<br />
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The Zerode Taniwha is a bike that goes back to the drawing board in the name of improving the mountain bike experience. Any brand that embarks upon such a mission is always going to be taking a huge risk, but with the Taniwha, the risk paid off.<br />
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Learning to use a new shifting system will take anyone a bit of time, but those who give the gearbox a shot will be rewarded with an almost maintenance-free drivetrain, instantaneous shifting, and best-in-class suspension performance. This is a bike that encourages you to brake less, land farther down the hill, and ride at your limits, literally all the time. And for countless riders out there, this will make the Taniwha a game changer.<br />
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Xanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08072507960379435840noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-40018111056639509882017-06-29T17:49:00.000-07:002017-06-29T17:49:17.398-07:00A Look Inside Syntace<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For 2017, we have revamped our Ventana El Gordo Fat Bike packages. These bikes have proven to be solid performers for many types of riding over the past year. Customers have used them as traditional winter fat biking, expeditions across deserts, year round trail riding, beach riding, and off road touring. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">We made updates based on new parts introduced in the past year combined with feeback on what has worked out best long term. The frame, Rohloff SPEEDHUB XL gear hub, and Gates Carbon Drive belt system carry forward. See chart below for details.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We worked with <a href="http://www.ventanausa.com/">Ventana Mountain Bikes USA</a> to create a special Cycle Monkey edition of their US-made El Gordo fat bike frame. The Cycle Monkey edition features dedicated cable routing for the Rohloff SPEEDHUB and stealth dropper seatposts. These frames are also belt drive compatible through Ventana's clever adjustable dropout system for the most maintenance-free fat bike drivetrain available. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Options are available to build the bikes up with a suspension fork and dropper seatpost or with a rigid fork and post.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Contact us at info@cyclemonkey.com or <a href="tel:510-868-1777" x-apple-data-detectors-result="1" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors="true">510-868-1777</a> to place an order.</span></div>
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<li>14 gears with a 526% overall change in gear ratio offers the same range as most three by nine mountain bike derailleur systems.</li>
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<li>Same proven hub internals as the SPEEDHUB 500/14 provides 100,000+ miles of reliable service.</li>
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<li>Shifting mechanism is completely protected within the hubshell and sealed from the elements.</li>
<li>Shift reliably in sand, snow, mud, and other riding conditions that are harsh on traditional drivetrains.</li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Shift between gears at any time, even when coasting or while stopped.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hub needs no maintenance other than an annual oil change.</span></li>
<li>Large diameter, symmetrical hub flanges build into strong wheels.</li>
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<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ventana tapered head tube (1-1/8" to 1.5")</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ventana proprietary three bolt swinging adjustable dropouts</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Belt drive compatible - drive side dropout separates from seat stay to insert belt into rear triangle</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cycle Monkey edition has dedicated cable routing for Rohloff SPEEDHUB shift cables and stealth dropper seatposts</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">170mm rear axle spacing</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Symmetric frame can be built with any fat bike rim size, including 29+</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Chainstay yoke provides ample clearance for large volume tires (4.8" tires on 100mm rims)</span></li>
<li>Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL (see geometry chart <a href="http://www.ventanausa.com/bikes/el-gordo/">here</a>)</li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Custom geometry available upon request for additional charge.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Carbon Black or Mango Tango</li>
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<li>Crank Color: (black, red, blue (Signature Build Kit Only))</li>
<li>Crank Length: (170, 175mm)</li>
<li>Spoke and Nipple Color: (black or silver)</li>
<li>Rotor Sizes: (160 or 180 mm rear; 160, 180, or 203 mm front)</li>
<li>Stem Angle, and Length: (black +/-6°, 60 - 120mm or +/-17°, 90 - 110 mm (Ultimate Build Kit)); (black, +/- 6°, 30 - 80m (Signature Build Kit))</li>
<li>Pedals: Quoted upon request</li>
<li>Choice of standard powder coat colors:</li>
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Ultimate: Stock<br />
Signature: +$255<br />
Standard: +$740</td></tr>
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<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0WCmdq0_EUM/WJUr6dn3CYI/AAAAAAAADaM/iw9FAxwwjuoGBH4ZUDt4U44GpHfS4ck-wCPcB/s1600/RockShox_Bluto.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0WCmdq0_EUM/WJUr6dn3CYI/AAAAAAAADaM/iw9FAxwwjuoGBH4ZUDt4U44GpHfS4ck-wCPcB/s320/RockShox_Bluto.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">RockShox Bluto<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$255</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$485</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XeDOPm5jTP0/WDynPAYZ4YI/AAAAAAAAC5A/CbiUGidXL2EkSFl19h4WJcH9c5fVlhKeACPcB/s1600/Aluminium_fork_blck.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XeDOPm5jTP0/WDynPAYZ4YI/AAAAAAAAC5A/CbiUGidXL2EkSFl19h4WJcH9c5fVlhKeACPcB/s320/Aluminium_fork_blck.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">CoLab 150mm, Alum<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$740</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$485</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: Stock</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gRaY4RPqmuA/WIa4KMoPnWI/AAAAAAAADOA/3uPeGJJg3c0-56G6F4L3Xwv_2WgUP4DzwCLcB/s1600/Colab_Carbonfork.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gRaY4RPqmuA/WIa4KMoPnWI/AAAAAAAADOA/3uPeGJJg3c0-56G6F4L3Xwv_2WgUP4DzwCLcB/s1600/Colab_Carbonfork.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">CoLab 150mm Carbon<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$540</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$285</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$200</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Saddle Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OrpyRd3jQ3w/WEIncd8nkiI/AAAAAAAADJ4/t4qqFlp0xCEMTIavT5m_HRd8fSTKUAdfACPcB/s1600/SQLab_611_Ergo_ActiveTi.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="140" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OrpyRd3jQ3w/WEIncd8nkiI/AAAAAAAADJ4/t4qqFlp0xCEMTIavT5m_HRd8fSTKUAdfACPcB/s320/SQLab_611_Ergo_ActiveTi.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SQ Lab 611 Ergowave Active, Ti<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$32</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$140</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m4GE8c3vMaQ/WEIngQwAt9I/AAAAAAAADKA/C1qNUOmK7LA1xZyTeoE8AX53fivqG2I0gCPcB/s1600/SQ_Lab611_active_MTB_CrMo.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="140" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m4GE8c3vMaQ/WEIngQwAt9I/AAAAAAAADKA/C1qNUOmK7LA1xZyTeoE8AX53fivqG2I0gCPcB/s320/SQ_Lab611_active_MTB_CrMo.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SQ Lab 611 Active, Cro-Mo<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: +$32</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$108</div>
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</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
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</tbody></table>
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Stem Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--aewV5zF9GI/WDOpAeQ4eQI/AAAAAAAACyw/Rpn9Hsoxtcc6HgM8Vd8GjLa5oZUyHVhAACPcB/s1600/Syntace_F109.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="164" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--aewV5zF9GI/WDOpAeQ4eQI/AAAAAAAACyw/Rpn9Hsoxtcc6HgM8Vd8GjLa5oZUyHVhAACPcB/s320/Syntace_F109.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace Force 109<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$0</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$40</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-69RBFDrKnyw/WIkxWsKpELI/AAAAAAAADO4/3H_DkEvsdzIZA8YrmUCGVC-ugTqzshQvgCPcB/s1600/Syntace_Mega_Force.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="164" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-69RBFDrKnyw/WIkxWsKpELI/AAAAAAAADO4/3H_DkEvsdzIZA8YrmUCGVC-ugTqzshQvgCPcB/s320/Syntace_Mega_Force.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace Mega Force<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: +$0</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$40</div>
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</tbody></table>
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</tbody></table>
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Seatpost Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<br />
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pz41uSK86-8/WJUsHb575EI/AAAAAAAADao/mC-vUoILzpMszmWt9BflrNg6wJDnRVZUACPcB/s1600/9point8_fall_line_001.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pz41uSK86-8/WJUsHb575EI/AAAAAAAADao/mC-vUoILzpMszmWt9BflrNg6wJDnRVZUACPcB/s320/9point8_fall_line_001.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">9point8 Fall Line, 175mm</span><br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: +$268</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$451</span></div>
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</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qWfZoTq4skk/WDzHMK_uqxI/AAAAAAAAC6k/sxIUJNPnlGwNis1bXqn6RL3KziAu3KnZwCPcB/s1600/Syntace_P6_Carbon_HiFlex.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qWfZoTq4skk/WDzHMK_uqxI/AAAAAAAAC6k/sxIUJNPnlGwNis1bXqn6RL3KziAu3KnZwCPcB/s320/Syntace_P6_Carbon_HiFlex.jpg" width="160" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace P6 Carbon HiFlex<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: -$268</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$183</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ot5bxzqh7Mo/WDzHMJazmXI/AAAAAAAAC6k/zSlmkqNqWBc_hc0_b93G6oAXpVryXl-kgCPcB/s1600/Syntace_P6_7075.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ot5bxzqh7Mo/WDzHMJazmXI/AAAAAAAAC6k/zSlmkqNqWBc_hc0_b93G6oAXpVryXl-kgCPcB/s320/Syntace_P6_7075.jpg" width="160" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace P6 7075, Alum<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$114</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: -$382</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$69</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Lv8eqNJ2Kn8/WDzHIJ3RzaI/AAAAAAAAC6Y/GYDKXZDp-Kw7skCFmjpBdrr8zciyzBmkACPcB/s1600/Body_Float_Aluminum.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Lv8eqNJ2Kn8/WDzHIJ3RzaI/AAAAAAAAC6Y/GYDKXZDp-Kw7skCFmjpBdrr8zciyzBmkACPcB/s320/Body_Float_Aluminum.jpg" width="160" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Body Float, Alum<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$11</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: -$279</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$172</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HqKjIZmQHd0/WDzHIBFL9dI/AAAAAAAAC60/4OsH7HUONykQueQlz6uadnwQtdFxBPq-gCPcB/s1600/Body_Float_Carbon.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HqKjIZmQHd0/WDzHIBFL9dI/AAAAAAAAC60/4OsH7HUONykQueQlz6uadnwQtdFxBPq-gCPcB/s320/Body_Float_Carbon.jpg" width="160" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Body Float Carbon<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: +$99</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: -$169</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$282</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Grip Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
</div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fc7BTPARD_A/WIk3U5Y-21I/AAAAAAAADP4/AD4ldI2h1WsSDwudl2DMADKuf5R2XwCegCPcB/s1600/Syntace_Moto_Gripz_3_Colors.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="263" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fc7BTPARD_A/WIk3U5Y-21I/AAAAAAAADP4/AD4ldI2h1WsSDwudl2DMADKuf5R2XwCegCPcB/s320/Syntace_Moto_Gripz_3_Colors.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace Motogrips<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: +$10</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$10</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZBlQumocwmQ/WIk3YeNCGTI/AAAAAAAADP4/r808qB8sRc8k3NRxp9uSi5sPOkOSWUGZgCPcB/s1600/Ergon_GP1_Rohloff.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="263" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZBlQumocwmQ/WIk3YeNCGTI/AAAAAAAADP4/r808qB8sRc8k3NRxp9uSi5sPOkOSWUGZgCPcB/s320/Ergon_GP1_Rohloff.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ergon GP1 Rohloff<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$5</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$5</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Handlebar Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center"><tbody>
</tbody></table>
<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Js-eQnY8TCA/WDzOWmNF22I/AAAAAAAAC7o/8_UvKqamdp45-krBZlG5VjjpyLv0qniaACPcB/s1600/Jones_Loop_Handlebar.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Js-eQnY8TCA/WDzOWmNF22I/AAAAAAAAC7o/8_UvKqamdp45-krBZlG5VjjpyLv0qniaACPcB/s320/Jones_Loop_Handlebar.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jones Loop H-Bar, Alum<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$35</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$69</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$105</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4gsjlNQjuHc/WDzOWoff1xI/AAAAAAAAC7w/9AiR9LABF98PQbwg5Z6kakTUGthJL4m5QCPcB/s1600/Syntace_High10_7075.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4gsjlNQjuHc/WDzOWoff1xI/AAAAAAAAC7w/9AiR9LABF98PQbwg5Z6kakTUGthJL4m5QCPcB/s320/Syntace_High10_7075.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace Vector 7075, Alum<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$105</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$36</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center"><tbody></tbody></table>
<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Tqpmo7OBieM/WDzOWmT-XNI/AAAAAAAAC7o/v8Re61AVojIowyfyiHEvx-VzHzRAiDroACPcB/s1600/Syntace_High10.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Tqpmo7OBieM/WDzOWmT-XNI/AAAAAAAAC7o/v8Re61AVojIowyfyiHEvx-VzHzRAiDroACPcB/s320/Syntace_High10.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace Vector Carbon<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$104</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$140</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Shifter Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vCsDZ-dgJc/WDzan0eVAfI/AAAAAAAAC8g/eFoiPD2d5RglLN_4MgccTK9oz12ds8-dwCPcB/s1600/Rohbox_Sram_X9_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="227" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vCsDZ-dgJc/WDzan0eVAfI/AAAAAAAAC8g/eFoiPD2d5RglLN_4MgccTK9oz12ds8-dwCPcB/s320/Rohbox_Sram_X9_01.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rohbox_Sram X9<br />
All Kits<br />
+$280</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rZJOhz_J17o/WDzbi91oPMI/AAAAAAAAC8w/9BTuafMWbGszkrFkRvwS-MQyRBmPvvbRACPcB/s1600/Rohloff_grip_shifters.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="227" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rZJOhz_J17o/WDzbi91oPMI/AAAAAAAAC8w/9BTuafMWbGszkrFkRvwS-MQyRBmPvvbRACPcB/s320/Rohloff_grip_shifters.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rohloff Grip<br />
All Kits<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Stock Option</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GTC_ny8kwOM/WEYkHQKiW7I/AAAAAAAADLM/bnDIS3SFE0g6Mtf0sLnd9dc9cM_VYk4EwCPcB/s1600/Cing5_Shifters.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="227" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GTC_ny8kwOM/WEYkHQKiW7I/AAAAAAAADLM/bnDIS3SFE0g6Mtf0sLnd9dc9cM_VYk4EwCPcB/s320/Cing5_Shifters.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rohbox_Sram X9<br />
All Kits<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">+$280</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<br />
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<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Cranks Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<table align="center"><tbody>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-M9r7-dyTeKA/WEH1DpdixTI/AAAAAAAADIQ/KFWTTOR8ZvQ-KSP2RHa1hri8UeE1qNc3QCPcB/s1600/RaceFace_Next_SL.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-M9r7-dyTeKA/WEH1DpdixTI/AAAAAAAADIQ/KFWTTOR8ZvQ-KSP2RHa1hri8UeE1qNc3QCPcB/s320/RaceFace_Next_SL.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Race Face NEXT SL4 Cinch<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$270</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$360</div>
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</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cZUDSlSXJN8/WEH0_QMioSI/AAAAAAAADIQ/9NCl9DOoeSQs8IzSaVFUGvsQR6R__pI5ACPcB/s1600/RaceFace_Turbine.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cZUDSlSXJN8/WEH0_QMioSI/AAAAAAAADIQ/9NCl9DOoeSQs8IzSaVFUGvsQR6R__pI5ACPcB/s320/RaceFace_Turbine.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Race Face Turbine Cinch</span><br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ultimate: -$270</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Signature: Stock</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Standard: +$90</span></div>
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<li><b>Bottom Bracket Options:</b></li>
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<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2Mbwra-11fA/WD9FsdE4upI/AAAAAAAAC_U/_44I8MXSAx0-yxYn20TdwHvcdDts3hASACPcB/s1600/Chris_King_Threadfit.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2Mbwra-11fA/WD9FsdE4upI/AAAAAAAAC_U/_44I8MXSAx0-yxYn20TdwHvcdDts3hASACPcB/s320/Chris_King_Threadfit.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Chris King ThreadFit Stainless<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$81</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$164</div>
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</td>
<td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-km8i5b7RARM/WD9H2Y3JrdI/AAAAAAAAC_o/O7og4ONMfBwRB63dRW5P3g5CoOqRdqu8QCPcB/s1600/Hope_30mm_btmbrckt.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-km8i5b7RARM/WD9H2Y3JrdI/AAAAAAAAC_o/O7og4ONMfBwRB63dRW5P3g5CoOqRdqu8QCPcB/s320/Hope_30mm_btmbrckt.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Hope Stainless<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$81</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$83</div>
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<li><b>Headset Options:</b></li>
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<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O90xSNap38s/WD9N9lr7h7I/AAAAAAAADAY/0Ze4Cu77Rc0XrUxrF-6Bw4BupDvbLVpJACPcB/s1600/Chris_King_Mixed_External.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="260" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O90xSNap38s/WD9N9lr7h7I/AAAAAAAADAY/0Ze4Cu77Rc0XrUxrF-6Bw4BupDvbLVpJACPcB/s320/Chris_King_Mixed_External.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Chris King NoThread<br />
Ventana Mixed External<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$74</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$137</div>
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</td></tr>
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<li><b>Brake Options: </b></li>
<br />
<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h6Is6JnMnG0/WD-BQ9FOMmI/AAAAAAAADCo/tA9160C479UJhZiZoB5nYPxndnNzwb5hwCPcB/s1600/Magura_MT8.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-h6Is6JnMnG0/WD-BQ9FOMmI/AAAAAAAADCo/tA9160C479UJhZiZoB5nYPxndnNzwb5hwCPcB/s320/Magura_MT8.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT8<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$336</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$363</div>
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</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qqcdXBCdWDs/WD-GRrizvhI/AAAAAAAADDI/MrdGkDKT7OgCI3UqpblzXGDgKa4X9XJGQCPcB/s1600/Magura_Brakes_MT4.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-qqcdXBCdWDs/WD-GRrizvhI/AAAAAAAADDI/MrdGkDKT7OgCI3UqpblzXGDgKa4X9XJGQCPcB/s320/Magura_Brakes_MT4.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Magura MT4</span><br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$336</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$27</span></div>
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<br />
<li><b>Front Hub Options:</b></li>
<br />
<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vpePNXARrs0/WIku795zBEI/AAAAAAAADOc/FV6_QWqPm18piJ7KOiNerhj5xVx-L-mcgCLcB/s1600/Hope_FatSno_150.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-vpePNXARrs0/WIku795zBEI/AAAAAAAADOc/FV6_QWqPm18piJ7KOiNerhj5xVx-L-mcgCLcB/s320/Hope_FatSno_150.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hope Fatsno Hub<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$153</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$32</div>
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</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2FoWJZgg6bw/WD-sB9eQkZI/AAAAAAAADD0/784T8fB8Tc82mdT6fCROjs3bSV68cZ2TACPcB/s1600/Onyx_Racing_Fat_Front.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2FoWJZgg6bw/WD-sB9eQkZI/AAAAAAAADD0/784T8fB8Tc82mdT6fCROjs3bSV68cZ2TACPcB/s320/Onyx_Racing_Fat_Front.jpg" width="280" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Onyx Racing Fat Bike Hub<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$153</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$185</div>
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<ul>
<li><b>Rim Options: </b></li>
</ul>
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<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sHyWqqbW_A0/WEH8VUyPUlI/AAAAAAAADIs/j7aF8qjYFAULByftXD_uW7CEfttP_hxLACPcB/s1600/Ringle_MuleFUT_80.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="260" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sHyWqqbW_A0/WEH8VUyPUlI/AAAAAAAADIs/j7aF8qjYFAULByftXD_uW7CEfttP_hxLACPcB/s320/Ringle_MuleFUT_80.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SunRingle MuleFUT 80SL<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$1122</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$32</div>
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</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hV_E4uvP6cM/WEH8NcuZ5NI/AAAAAAAADIk/PE-8lIFO27wzUhvnLIgZvl0YzOzAbxiHACPcB/s1600/Whiskey_No9.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="260" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hV_E4uvP6cM/WEH8NcuZ5NI/AAAAAAAADIk/PE-8lIFO27wzUhvnLIgZvl0YzOzAbxiHACPcB/s320/Whiskey_No9.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Whisky #9 Carbon (70mm or 100mm)<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: Stock</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: +$1122</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$1154</div>
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<li><b>Tire Options:</b></li>
<br />
<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RKk4NUTRp7k/WEEojWD9XwI/AAAAAAAADFg/kZJaYo5QSR4WexiREawIrNdElEOWYSycgCPcB/s1600/Terrene_Wazia.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RKk4NUTRp7k/WEEojWD9XwI/AAAAAAAADFg/kZJaYo5QSR4WexiREawIrNdElEOWYSycgCPcB/s320/Terrene_Wazia.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Terrene Wazia Tough (No Stud)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">(26 x 4.0 or 4.6")</span></div>
<div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Ultimate: -$36</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Signature: -$55</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: +$16</div>
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</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XaO33QgfO-Q/WEEpnh3zgYI/AAAAAAAADF8/UDjebTK4MWgUmusl44VloDn5ghauIdsgwCPcB/s1600/Schwalbe_Jumbo_Jim.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XaO33QgfO-Q/WEEpnh3zgYI/AAAAAAAADF8/UDjebTK4MWgUmusl44VloDn5ghauIdsgwCPcB/s320/Schwalbe_Jumbo_Jim.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Schwalbe Jumbo Jim</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">(26 x 4.0, 4.4 or 4.8")</span></div>
<div align="center" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ultimate: Stock</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Signature: -$18</span></div>
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12.8px;"> 53</span></span></div>
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<table align="center"><tbody></tbody></table>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(26 x 4.0 or 4.8")</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Signature: Stock</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Standard: +$71</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">This bike was built for a customer in San Francisco, CA who had a very specific idea of what he wanted in a commuter bike. He was looking for a clean, minimalist aesthetic and the zippy, responsive ride he was used to on his road bike in a fixed gear package. He also wanted to have more than one gear to handle the hills in San Francisco without getting off the bike and flipping the back wheel around to a different sprocket size. Disc brakes were a requirement for stopping on the way back down those same hills, as was a <a href="http://carbondrivesystems.com/">Gates Carbon Drive</a> belt system for no drivetrain maintenance.<br /><br /> He liked the options that Co-Motion offered, and the Camino model covered all the bases. We worked with them to customize the frame to accept a belt and then installed a <a href="https://www.cyclemonkey.com/schlumpf-drive-haberstock">Schlumpf Drive</a> internally-geared cranksets to provide two gear choices without adding any clutter and maintain the simplistic look of a single-gear bike. A rich paint color makes this bike stand out.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://co-motion.com/">Co-Motion Cycles</a> is a company that specializes in building steel and aluminum drop bar bikes at their factory in Eugene, Oregon. They offer options for just about any type of riding with said bar shape </span><span style="font-size: large;">and offer custom geometry and a wide variety of paint options upon request. They are quite familiar with the Gates belt drive system and internal gearing as </span><span style="font-size: large;">a prominent supplier of bikes equipped with </span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.rohloff.de/en/company/index.html">Rohloff</a></span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.rohloff.de/en/company/index.html"> SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hubs and now also the <a href="http://pinion.eu/">Pinion</a> gearbox.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Camino model is a disc brake-equipped steel road frame built for 700c wheels with clearance for 28mm tires <span style="font-family: inherit;">and </span>fenders. It comes with rack, fender, and bottle-cage mounts and has classic road bike geometry. Reynolds 853 tubing keeps it light and offers a comfortable ride. In stock form, the Camino is only available as a chain-driven derailleur bike. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">In order to meet this customer's requests, we asked Co-Motion to modify the drive side dropout so a belt could be installed in the rear triangle and to build the frame with an eccentric bottom bracket so the belt could be properly tensioned.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/schlumpf-innovations.shtml" target="_blank">Schlumpf</a> cranks requires no external shifter. The shift is actuated by hitting a discrete button on the crank arm, and thus leaves the handlebars and downtube free and clear of any derailleur, cables or shifters. Schlumpf offers three different options of their gearing system - High Speed Drive, Speed Drive, and a Mountain Drive - each with a different internal ratio change. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With the addition of the </span><span style="font-size: large;">Gates Carbon Drive</span><span style="font-size: large;"> belt, which has a usable lifespan at least twice as long as a conventional chain (and typically much longer) and does not require lubrication, this is one of the most low maintenance and dependable drivetrains available. </span><span style="font-size: large;">This set-up is perfect for a hassle-free commute every day of the week. Whether you are heading to work or across town , you can get on and get going without worrying about your drivetrain.</span></div>
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Cycle Monkeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10935786855776710316noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-86794116371626328122017-01-03T07:07:00.000-08:002017-01-15T14:18:07.986-08:009:ZERO:7 Fat Bike with Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 and Gates Carbon Drive Belt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">This 9:ZERO</span><span style="font-size: large;">:7 Slider is a b</span><span style="font-size: large;">uild we did for a customer in Herndon, Virginia. He wanted an adventure fat bike that would stand up to anything he might encounter off the beaten path. Low maintenance and dependability were top priorities. He had already purchased the frame set, so he sent it to us to build up with a Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub and Gates Carbon Drive belt drive. With this extremely durable drivetrain, a rigid fork, and large volume tires for comfort and traction, this bike can handle just about any terrain with almost no maintenance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Named after the only area code in all of Alaska, the 9:ZERO:7 fat bike brand </span><span style="font-size: large;">is an</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">off-shoot of Chain Reaction Cycles in Anchorage, Alaska. The brand gained a global customer base after they started selling fat bikes through their website, Fatbikes.com, and now offers several </span><span style="font-size: large;">aluminum and carbon </span><span style="font-size: large;">models.</span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">The current 9:ZERO:7 Slider frame is aluminum and has </span><span style="font-size: large;">symmetric,</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">170mm-spaced sliding dropouts. It represents an evolution of their original Slider frame, which had 135mm dropout spacing and an offset rear triangle. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Quick release dropout inserts make the </span><span style="font-size: large;">frame compatible with Rohloff's Speedhub XL fat bike hub, while the adjustable nature of the dropouts combined with </span><span style="font-size: large;">a joint where the dropout connects to the seat stay make it possible to install and tension a belt.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Slider is designed to be rigid-specific and has a fairly upright seating position, longer chain-stays, rack/fender/ water bottle mounts, and full cable housing, which make it a comfortable, functional off road adventure bike.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once all the details of the build were in place we had our <a href="http://cyclemonkeywheelhouse.blogspot.com/">WheelHouse</a> get started on these wheels. The customer chose the 100mm wide Surly Clown Shoe rims to be built onto a Hope Pro 2 Fatsno front hub and Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 XL rear hub. Sapim Race spokes and brass nipples keep the hubs suspended in the rims and </span><span style="font-size: large;">Surly Bud and Lou 26" x 4.8" tires finish things off.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br />The Rohloff SPEEDHUB XL works well for mountain biking and is especially well-suited for fat biking. The SPEEDHUB's sealed shifting system protects shifting components from the deep sand, mud, dirt, and other contaminants that fat bikes are often ridden through. With a 526 percent gear range and hardened steel internal gear wheels, the SPEEDHUB provides versatility and dependability in demanding riding conditions.<br /><br /> With the addition of the Gates Carbon Drive belt, which has a usable lifespan at least twice as long as a conventional chain and does not require lubrication, this is one of the most low maintenance and dependable drivetrains available.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To finish off this build, we used parts with comfort and simplicity in mind. A </span><span style="font-size: large;">Jones Loop H-Bar offers multiple hand positions for all day riding comfort, especially when combined with ESI Extra Chunky grips. Avid BB7 Mechanical disc brakes and easy to setup and work on, and are not affected by extreme cold temperatures.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This customer came to us with a specific frame and type of riding in mind, wanted a Rohloff and Gates Carbon Drive system, but wasn't sure how to fill in the missing pieces. We talked through options with him and came up with what we thought would work best for him. He now has an adventure fat bike to meet his needs and one that he knows he can depend on. If you are looking for a bike like this one or have a different idea for your next build and need help making the last component decisions? <a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/about.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Give us a call</a>. We are here to help you make your next build meet all your needs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We worked with <a href="http://www.ventanausa.com/">Ventana Mountain Bikes USA</a> to create a new plus-sized trail hardtail called Wolfram. Available with 27.5"+ or 29"+ wheels, t</span>he geometry follows current trends of longer top tubes for use with shorter stems, slack head angle for better stability on technical terrain, and short chain stays for a more playful feel and to make picking your way through obstacles easier. The oversized plus tires provide amazing traction and give the back end a little squish. <span style="font-family: inherit;">We like to call it an all mountain hardtail. Some might call it an enduro hardtail. One of our friends would call it a Funduro. Whatever you call it, it is a very capable bike that is tons of fun to ride.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Completely manufactured in-house at Ventana's factory in Northern California, the Cycle Monkey editions of the Wolfram 27.5+ and 29+ feature dedicated cable routing for the Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 and stealth dropper seatposts and are belt drive compatible through Ventana's clever adjustable dropout system for the most maintenance-free trail bike drivetrain available. Check out the packages below or call us to discuss a custom build.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both packages come with a Rohlof<span style="font-family: inherit;">f S<span style="font-family: inherit;">PEEDHUB 500/14 <span style="font-family: inherit;">14-speed internal gear hub and Gates Carbon Drive belt system.</span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Contact us at info@cyclemonkey.com or <a href="tel:510-868-1777" x-apple-data-detectors-result="1" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors="true">510-868-1777</a> for m<span style="font-family: inherit;">ore information o<span style="font-family: inherit;">r </span></span>to place an order.</span></div>
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<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ventana tapered head tube (1-1/8" to 1.5")</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ventana proprietary three bolt swinging adjustable dropouts</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Belt drive compatible - drive side dropout separates from seat stay to insert belt into rear triangle</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cycle Monkey edition has dedicated cable routing for Rohloff SPEEDHUB shift cables and stealth dropper seatposts</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Can be set up with the standard 135mm quick release hub or the new (Spring 2016) 12x142mm A12 bolt-in version</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Clearance for 3" wide tires on 50mm rims</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL</li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Custom geometry available upon request for additional charge</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Included color choices: Carbon Black or Ferrari Yellow</li>
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<li>Rotor Sizes: (160 or 180 mm rear; 160, 180, or 203 mm front)</li>
<li>Seatpost Color: (black or silver (signature build kit only))</li>
<li>Stem Color, Angle, and Length: (black or silver, 0° or 10°, 50 - 130 mm (signature build kit); black, +/- 6°, 60-110m (standard build kit))</li>
<li>Pedals: Quoted upon request</li>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rzNQf5HdZag/U7RAwtwHi3I/AAAAAAAAFK0/UDCz8ArbNoE/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Raspberry.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rzNQf5HdZag/U7RAwtwHi3I/AAAAAAAAFK0/UDCz8ArbNoE/s200/Ventana+Candy+Raspberry.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_erofto9eXo/U7RA7UmFlWI/AAAAAAAAFK8/PYPxF1740Dw/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Red.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_erofto9eXo/U7RA7UmFlWI/AAAAAAAAFK8/PYPxF1740Dw/s200/Ventana+Candy+Red.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Candy Red</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8uJP0XvYJz8/U7RBD7KmkUI/AAAAAAAAFLE/UIWBaQp1Y7g/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Teal.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8uJP0XvYJz8/U7RBD7KmkUI/AAAAAAAAFLE/UIWBaQp1Y7g/s200/Ventana+Candy+Teal.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Candy Teal</td></tr>
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</div>
<ul><b>
<li><b>Fork Options:</b></li>
</b></ul>
<b>
</b>
<br />
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8YnSYlif6_Q/VdJbnsAEuJI/AAAAAAAAAOw/NWcsyg1-qX0/s1600/Manitou_Magnum_001.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8YnSYlif6_Q/VdJbnsAEuJI/AAAAAAAAAOw/NWcsyg1-qX0/s200/Manitou_Magnum_001.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Manitou Magnum<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(27.5" or 29")<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-slH_W7VRFkQ/VdwNmyFodPI/AAAAAAAAASs/USNrmSLHV4w/s1600/RockShoxRS-1_001.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-slH_W7VRFkQ/VdwNmyFodPI/AAAAAAAAASs/USNrmSLHV4w/s200/RockShoxRS-1_001.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rock Shox RS-1<br />
Predictive Steering Axle<br />
Hub Included (29" Only)<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$1159</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ExQUYIjKSUE/VnG6_pjn1QI/AAAAAAAACCc/poBRz0KaHUg/s1600/Fox_34_02.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ExQUYIjKSUE/VnG6_pjn1QI/AAAAAAAACCc/poBRz0KaHUg/s200/Fox_34_02.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fox 34 Float<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(27.5" Only)<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$44</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
</ul>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o769nrcdXFo/Vl9XhgZN1dI/AAAAAAAABwg/9bNYssvZKqk/s1600/Fork_RockShox_Pike_Boost_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o769nrcdXFo/Vl9XhgZN1dI/AAAAAAAABwg/9bNYssvZKqk/s200/Fork_RockShox_Pike_Boost_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rock Shox Pike<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(27.5" Only)<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade:+<span style="font-size: 12.8px;"> $267</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vPpZsmZaE5c/Vl9XyPgIFYI/AAAAAAAABww/weSkQ9Qb1mA/s1600/Fork_RockShox_Yari_Boost_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vPpZsmZaE5c/Vl9XyPgIFYI/AAAAAAAABww/weSkQ9Qb1mA/s200/Fork_RockShox_Yari_Boost_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rock Shox Yari<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(27.5" Only)<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Downgrade: -$84</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<ul>
<li><b>Saddle Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-l3zUcUtD51c/U64TI4-NDMI/AAAAAAAAFF4/qqEcvAiW33U/s1600/WTB+Pure+V.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-l3zUcUtD51c/U64TI4-NDMI/AAAAAAAAFF4/qqEcvAiW33U/s200/WTB+Pure+V.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">WTB Race: Pure (pictured),<br />
Volt-142, or Rocket-150 models<br />
Signature: -$89<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0BBLEBPi1B8/VgW8Fd6CcEI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/51J6zGFY6w4/s1600/WTB_Saddle_Volt_142a.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0BBLEBPi1B8/VgW8Fd6CcEI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/51J6zGFY6w4/s200/WTB_Saddle_Volt_142a.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">WTB Pro: Volt-142 (pictured), Pure, Silverado<span style="font-size: 12.8px;"> or Rocket-150 models</span><br />
Signature: -$66<br />
Standard: +$23</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ODDvSofTYhc/VgW-vC01EnI/AAAAAAAAAZc/svEfp3abmLc/s1600/WTB_Saddle_Silverado_Team_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ODDvSofTYhc/VgW-vC01EnI/AAAAAAAAAZc/svEfp3abmLc/s200/WTB_Saddle_Silverado_Team_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">WTB Team: Silverado (pictured), Pure, <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Volt-142 or Rocket-150 models</span><br />
Signature: +$3<br />
Standard: +$92</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dA6g5xxagbs/U64S0-iG5xI/AAAAAAAAFFQ/cgk_vfv8RNs/s1600/611_active.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dA6g5xxagbs/U64S0-iG5xI/AAAAAAAAFFQ/cgk_vfv8RNs/s200/611_active.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">611 MTB Active, Cro-Mo<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$89</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EITwM2MiEw4/Vdv0eThnQ5I/AAAAAAAAARs/k-R8iMHnrHw/s1600/Titanico_NSX_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EITwM2MiEw4/Vdv0eThnQ5I/AAAAAAAAARs/k-R8iMHnrHw/s200/Titanico_NSX_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Selle Anatomica Titanico NSX<br />
Signature: +$37<br />
Standard: +$126</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Seatpost Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c-fCMRfDyvQ/U63-iAY9QuI/AAAAAAAAFD8/8N8jzQG-f0A/s1600/Race+Face+Ride+Seatpost.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c-fCMRfDyvQ/U63-iAY9QuI/AAAAAAAAFD8/8N8jzQG-f0A/s200/Race+Face+Ride+Seatpost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Race Face Ride<br />
Signature: -$58<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n1wnr_rfyN8/U63-sWfRgOI/AAAAAAAAFEE/irtZ78s6FMo/s1600/Thompson+Elite+seatpost.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n1wnr_rfyN8/U63-sWfRgOI/AAAAAAAAFEE/irtZ78s6FMo/s200/Thompson+Elite+seatpost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thomson Elite<br />
Straight or 16mm Setback<br />
Signature: Stock<br />
Standard: +$58</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a14MreezBO4/U63-4_brExI/AAAAAAAAFEU/99vqzyCLO-0/s1600/Cane+Creek+Thudbuster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a14MreezBO4/U63-4_brExI/AAAAAAAAFEU/99vqzyCLO-0/s200/Cane+Creek+Thudbuster.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cane Creek Thudbuster<br />
ST (pictured) or LT model<br />
Signature: +$75<br />
Standard: +$133</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-17Yf6P3bKd0/U63-0I57e4I/AAAAAAAAFEM/iOomnK34Xb4/s1600/Syntace+Hi-Flex.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-17Yf6P3bKd0/U63-0I57e4I/AAAAAAAAFEM/iOomnK34Xb4/s200/Syntace+Hi-Flex.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Syntace Hi-Flex<br />
Signature: +$146<br />
Standard: +$204</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_p6JJUtqRO8/ViVgoXRKRbI/AAAAAAAAAno/xgtkE6Obrfo/s1600/RockShox_Reverb_Stealth_01b.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_p6JJUtqRO8/ViVgoXRKRbI/AAAAAAAAAno/xgtkE6Obrfo/s200/RockShox_Reverb_Stealth_01b.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rock Shox Reverb Stealth<br />
Signature: +$368<br />
Standard: +$426</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1SphSZixkoA/ViVht_-JA2I/AAAAAAAAAn0/ZmUO78CSwBU/s1600/Thomson_covert_post_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1SphSZixkoA/ViVht_-JA2I/AAAAAAAAAn0/ZmUO78CSwBU/s200/Thomson_covert_post_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thomson Dropper Covert<br />
Signature: +$395<br />
Standard: +$453</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Handlebar Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td></td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YA8iDLmgG5M/U63BkW3CocI/AAAAAAAAFBo/PuCO5b_xOB4/s1600/Raceface+Ride-XC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YA8iDLmgG5M/U63BkW3CocI/AAAAAAAAFBo/PuCO5b_xOB4/s200/Raceface+Ride-XC.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Race Face Ride XC<br />
Signature: -$65<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JAvi__dLnNQ/U63BoH3ePqI/AAAAAAAAFBw/gG7TetnODP4/s1600/Thompson+All+Mountain+Alloy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JAvi__dLnNQ/U63BoH3ePqI/AAAAAAAAFBw/gG7TetnODP4/s200/Thompson+All+Mountain+Alloy.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thomson AM Alloy<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$65</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4pTpj6ZO5xg/U63BtrYy8KI/AAAAAAAAFB4/TVWzSOEh4-0/s1600/Salsa+Bend+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4pTpj6ZO5xg/U63BtrYy8KI/AAAAAAAAFB4/TVWzSOEh4-0/s200/Salsa+Bend+2.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Salsa Bend 2<br />
Signature: -$29<br />
Standard: +$35</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A119iDRUMXs/U63By_nxBMI/AAAAAAAAFCA/5OgsXUNEKHY/s1600/Jeff+Jones+Loop+H-Bar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A119iDRUMXs/U63By_nxBMI/AAAAAAAAFCA/5OgsXUNEKHY/s200/Jeff+Jones+Loop+H-Bar.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Jeff Jones Loop H-Bar<br />
Signature: +$45<br />
Standard: +$109</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4jhX2R5dRsI/U63B28AQo1I/AAAAAAAAFCI/JDPhTvYfk0A/s1600/Thompson+Mountain+Carbon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4jhX2R5dRsI/U63B28AQo1I/AAAAAAAAFCI/JDPhTvYfk0A/s200/Thompson+Mountain+Carbon.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Thomson AM Carbon<br />
Signature: +$60<br />
Standard: +$125</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<li><b>Shifter Options:</b></li>
<b>
</b>
<br />
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JOs98tgIM14/Vi6mNqoZTnI/AAAAAAAAAsw/5WQVNDdtwF8/s1600/Cing5_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JOs98tgIM14/Vi6mNqoZTnI/AAAAAAAAAsw/5WQVNDdtwF8/s200/Cing5_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cing5 Trigger Shifters<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: +$36</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$396</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1pBpst2ZzxQ/Vi6mWkUVamI/AAAAAAAAAs4/McCkZinUZLQ/s1600/Rohbox_Sram_X9_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1pBpst2ZzxQ/Vi6mWkUVamI/AAAAAAAAAs4/McCkZinUZLQ/s200/Rohbox_Sram_X9_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SRAM X.9 & Gebla Rohbox<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$361</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qsLkeJCChLo/Vi6md3wHEeI/AAAAAAAAAtA/4DESQtdXLa0/s1600/Rohloff_grip_shifters_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qsLkeJCChLo/Vi6md3wHEeI/AAAAAAAAAtA/4DESQtdXLa0/s200/Rohloff_grip_shifters_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
Rohloff Twist Shifter<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$361</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Stock Option</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Crank Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<br />
<div>
</div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FwvKwM6OpSc/Vg7tOcJyf6I/AAAAAAAAAgk/GqbZO7Dp2Eo/s1600/Effect_cranks_03.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FwvKwM6OpSc/Vg7tOcJyf6I/AAAAAAAAAgk/GqbZO7Dp2Eo/s200/Effect_cranks_03.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Race Face Aeffect<br />
24mm Spindle<br />
Signature: -$102<br />
Standard: Stock Option<br />
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</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1Z9xA45a04k/VdUIh2ouaPI/AAAAAAAAAQY/1lDeODyCCV0/s1600/RF_Turbine_Cinch_002.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1Z9xA45a04k/VdUIh2ouaPI/AAAAAAAAAQY/1lDeODyCCV0/s200/RF_Turbine_Cinch_002.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Race Face Turbine Cinch<br />
30mm Spindle<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$102</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mHO-a8HHs7M/U63kQDP7qII/AAAAAAAAFDI/_npIfgGBH_8/s1600/Race+Face+Next+SL.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mHO-a8HHs7M/U63kQDP7qII/AAAAAAAAFDI/_npIfgGBH_8/s200/Race+Face+Next+SL.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Race Face Next SL Cinch<br />
30mm Spindle<br />
Signature: +$217<br />
Standard: +$318<br />
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</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YwEMoB65phc/VmYFQaRnJ0I/AAAAAAAAB0E/bu0ngv76UtA/s1600/Crank_Shimano_XT.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YwEMoB65phc/VmYFQaRnJ0I/AAAAAAAAB0E/bu0ngv76UtA/s200/Crank_Shimano_XT.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shimano XT<br />
24mm Spindle<br />
Signature: +$29<br />
Standard: +$131<br />
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</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
<ul><br />
<li><b>Bottom Bracket Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<table style="text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qv3Z6ero1OA/Vl9cdQut8rI/AAAAAAAABxY/8YUsuipl1-M/s1600/Bottom_Bracket_RaceFace_PF30_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qv3Z6ero1OA/Vl9cdQut8rI/AAAAAAAABxY/8YUsuipl1-M/s200/Bottom_Bracket_RaceFace_PF30_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Race Face PF30<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$96</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
Standard: Stock Option</div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ldYUmFIRpUs/Vl9c7mGke4I/AAAAAAAABxg/zKiiL7hTK2s/s1600/Bottom_Bracket_Hope_PF30_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ldYUmFIRpUs/Vl9c7mGke4I/AAAAAAAABxg/zKiiL7hTK2s/s200/Bottom_Bracket_Hope_PF30_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption"><br />
<br />
Hope Stainless PF30<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: Stock Option</span><br />
Standard: +$96</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9CL-ekBgR20/Vl9bw1HhvYI/AAAAAAAABxQ/SG8yWk8774A/s1600/Bottom_Bracket_Chris_King_PF30.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9CL-ekBgR20/Vl9bw1HhvYI/AAAAAAAABxQ/SG8yWk8774A/s200/Bottom_Bracket_Chris_King_PF30.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption">Chris King Stainless PF30<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: +$38</span><br />
Standard: +$134</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<ul><b><br />
<li><b>Headset Options:</b></li>
</b></ul>
<b>
</b>
<br />
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mL90g1yw39I/U64C7aa59YI/AAAAAAAAFE4/lkcGgTtzzM8/s1600/Cane+Creek+40.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mL90g1yw39I/U64C7aa59YI/AAAAAAAAFE4/lkcGgTtzzM8/s200/Cane+Creek+40.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cane Creek 40 Mix-Tapered<br />
Signature: -$55<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-D-7M44QtteI/U64CyNcwGJI/AAAAAAAAFEw/MpYI8M6ZI1M/s1600/Hope+Headset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-D-7M44QtteI/U64CyNcwGJI/AAAAAAAAFEw/MpYI8M6ZI1M/s200/Hope+Headset.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hope Pick'n'Mix<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$55</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BdBJpGyERwo/U64DAGzMUAI/AAAAAAAAFFA/zZOppwtMQcI/s1600/Chris+King+headset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BdBJpGyERwo/U64DAGzMUAI/AAAAAAAAFFA/zZOppwtMQcI/s200/Chris+King+headset.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chris King Inset<br />
Signature: +$58<br />
Standard: +$113</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<br />
<li><b>Brake Options: </b></li>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JZOkk9WrY5k/U6nB_k9IyzI/AAAAAAAAE1c/rBR8jvLEeSk/s1600/Magura+MT2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JZOkk9WrY5k/U6nB_k9IyzI/AAAAAAAAE1c/rBR8jvLEeSk/s200/Magura+MT2.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT2<br />
Signature: -$185<br />
Standard: -$111</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PkSIiAsNpQ4/U6nARMDYhOI/AAAAAAAAE0w/tahaDrbAVwY/s1600/Magura+MT4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PkSIiAsNpQ4/U6nARMDYhOI/AAAAAAAAE0w/tahaDrbAVwY/s200/Magura+MT4.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT4<br />
Signature: -$74<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ru4t3Pj0uho/U6nAU_NePxI/AAAAAAAAE04/1kx34Y9bR6Y/s1600/Magura+MT5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ru4t3Pj0uho/U6nAU_NePxI/AAAAAAAAE04/1kx34Y9bR6Y/s200/Magura+MT5.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT5<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$74</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-E5Bj5YLGUZA/U6nAbNWRdqI/AAAAAAAAE1A/s62VAU-feEE/s1600/Magura+MT6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-E5Bj5YLGUZA/U6nAbNWRdqI/AAAAAAAAE1A/s62VAU-feEE/s200/Magura+MT6.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT6<br />
Signature: +$129<br />
Standard: +$203</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qGxEr8BYKak/U6oBn0zXSiI/AAAAAAAAE5E/Lb_5x-hUci4/s1600/Magura+MT7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qGxEr8BYKak/U6oBn0zXSiI/AAAAAAAAE5E/Lb_5x-hUci4/s200/Magura+MT7.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT7<br />
Signature: +$222<br />
Standard: +$295</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-W_OJMfzX4C0/U6nAkdw_WgI/AAAAAAAAE1I/eJPsr3LqRSI/s1600/Magura+MT8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-W_OJMfzX4C0/U6nAkdw_WgI/AAAAAAAAE1I/eJPsr3LqRSI/s200/Magura+MT8.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Magura MT8<br />
Signature: +$314<br />
Standard: +$388</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
</tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5AGbNm5O0AA/VcunB7IKmrI/AAAAAAAAAMc/J7O-d91ahII/s1600/Avid_brake_lever_02.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5AGbNm5O0AA/VcunB7IKmrI/AAAAAAAAAMc/J7O-d91ahII/s200/Avid_brake_lever_02.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Avid BB7 - Speed Dial 7 Set<br />
Signature: -$186<br />
Standard: -$112</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_ZH3R8RNja8/VcuntbnGGCI/AAAAAAAAAMk/b4io2cX3Nes/s1600/Spyke_brakes_04.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_ZH3R8RNja8/VcuntbnGGCI/AAAAAAAAAMk/b4io2cX3Nes/s200/Spyke_brakes_04.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spyke Brake - Lever Set<br />
Signature: -$133<br />
Standard: +$59</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</ul>
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<li><b>Front Hub Options:</b></li>
<br />
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jRFxmdVeQF4/Vl9tCMDsNUI/AAAAAAAABx4/b4C2i4f1aBs/s1600/Hub_SRAM_X0_Boost.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jRFxmdVeQF4/Vl9tCMDsNUI/AAAAAAAABx4/b4C2i4f1aBs/s200/Hub_SRAM_X0_Boost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SRAM XO<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Upgrade: +$59</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TiU1jPK-qMI/Vl-PtxNp_CI/AAAAAAAABy4/x7wNQLVn4v4/s1600/Hub_Industry_9_Torch_Boost_01b.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TiU1jPK-qMI/Vl-PtxNp_CI/AAAAAAAABy4/x7wNQLVn4v4/s200/Hub_Industry_9_Torch_Boost_01b.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Industry 9 Torch<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Upgrade: +$77</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OZOV82O5sDY/Vl9uXimcWZI/AAAAAAAAByI/uDStGqru2WU/s1600/Hub_Hope_Boost.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OZOV82O5sDY/Vl9uXimcWZI/AAAAAAAAByI/uDStGqru2WU/s200/Hub_Hope_Boost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hope Pro II<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Stock Option</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HnEuZTzCMkE/Vd4stBGhDZI/AAAAAAAAAU0/E5PZ1VXD4nw/s1600/Chris_King_ISO_Mountain_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HnEuZTzCMkE/Vd4stBGhDZI/AAAAAAAAAU0/E5PZ1VXD4nw/s200/Chris_King_ISO_Mountain_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chris King ISO<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$95</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<li><b>Rim Options: </b></li>
<br />
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KbLVgdA5XJ4/Vd4g5JCR1MI/AAAAAAAAAT8/rm0BVVGaozY/s1600/Scraper_45mm_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KbLVgdA5XJ4/Vd4g5JCR1MI/AAAAAAAAAT8/rm0BVVGaozY/s200/Scraper_45mm_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">WTB Scraper<br />
45mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$69</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--hS0BHky184/Vkz-fMJQ3MI/AAAAAAAABrA/2AOuygwD7uE/s1600/MuleFut_50SL.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/--hS0BHky184/Vkz-fMJQ3MI/AAAAAAAABrA/2AOuygwD7uE/s200/MuleFut_50SL.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sun MuleFut 50SL<br />
50mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
<td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-roY3yuiu2K0/Vk0ZuwGg2oI/AAAAAAAABsA/EaHzZ0QfFc8/s1600/Velocity_Dually_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-roY3yuiu2K0/Vk0ZuwGg2oI/AAAAAAAABsA/EaHzZ0QfFc8/s200/Velocity_Dually_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Velocity Dually<br />
45mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$18</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td>
</tr>
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50mm<br />
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Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$104</td></tr>
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Blue, Gold, Silver, Green, Purple, Black, Red<br />
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Gorilla Monkeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10670009078211554793noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-82382937875771977732016-09-29T19:34:00.000-07:002016-12-21T16:02:54.335-08:00Ventana Wolfram Pinion Bike Packages<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ventana has expanded the drivetrain options available for their Wolfram trail bike. After successfully launching the <a href="http://cyclemonkeylab.blogspot.com/2015/12/ventana-wolfram-plus-tire-mountain-bike.html">Wolfram model</a> with a Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 internal gear hub and Gates Carbon Drive belt last fall, they are now offering a new version built around the <a href="http://pinion.eu/en/products/">Pinion gear box</a>. This version carries all the rest of the features of the original: modern trail geometry, large volume "plus"-sized tires, choice of 27.5+ or 29+ wheel size, and Gates Carbon Drive belt compatibility.<br />
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Bikes packages are available in two build levels:<br />
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Both packages include a 12-speed Pinion gearbox and Gates Carbon Drive belt system. 9- and 18-speed gearboxes are also available through the semi-customizable build kits options below.<br />
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Please contact us at info@cyclemonkey.com or 510-868-1777 for additional information or to place an order.<br />
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<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ventana tapered head tube (1-1/8" to 1.5")</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ventana proprietary three bolt swinging adjustable dropouts</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dedicated frame for Pin<span style="font-family: inherit;">ion gearbox</span> </span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Belt drive compatible - drive side dropout separates from seat stay to insert belt into rear triangle</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dedicated cable routing for Pinion gearbox shift cables and stealth dropper seatposts</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Can be set up with 10x135mm quick release or 12x142mm through axle rear hub</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Clearance for 3" wide tires on 50mm rims</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL</li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Custom geometry available upon request for additional charge</span></li>
<li style="font-family: inherit;">Included color choices: Carbon Black or Ferrari Yellow</li>
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<li>12<span style="font-family: inherit;">-sped gearbox </span>with <span style="font-family: inherit;">600%<span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span>overall change in gear ratio offers more range as most three by nine mountain bike derailleur systems.</li>
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<li>Proven internals provide <span style="font-family: inherit;">5</span>0,000+ miles of reliable service.</li>
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<li>Shift reliably in sand, snow, mud, and other riding conditions that are harsh on traditional drivetrains.</li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Shift between gears at any time, even when coasting or while stopped.</span></li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Sky White</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><br />
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xO7U-cKZgsg/U7Rk_6NGdjI/AAAAAAAAFMo/EP0WWuYOPME/s1600/Ventana+Superdust.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xO7U-cKZgsg/U7Rk_6NGdjI/AAAAAAAAFMo/EP0WWuYOPME/s200/Ventana+Superdust.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Superdust</td></tr>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gjg2lwV63gM/VnhW_Qa7AII/AAAAAAAACG4/9xuuZyYIRP4/s1600/Mango_tango_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gjg2lwV63gM/VnhW_Qa7AII/AAAAAAAACG4/9xuuZyYIRP4/s200/Mango_tango_01.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Mango Tango</td></tr>
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<ul>
<li><b>Candy Paint: $90 upcharge</b></li>
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<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ACDa4Md8TfU/U7RAfQ6y-aI/AAAAAAAAFKk/wJKsMADrxDg/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Blue.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ACDa4Md8TfU/U7RAfQ6y-aI/AAAAAAAAFKk/wJKsMADrxDg/s200/Ventana+Candy+Blue.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Candy Blue</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CJdquQ7dVbA/U7RAn9aWMfI/AAAAAAAAFKs/h5zkpRITyFU/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Purple.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CJdquQ7dVbA/U7RAn9aWMfI/AAAAAAAAFKs/h5zkpRITyFU/s200/Ventana+Candy+Purple.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Candy Purple</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rzNQf5HdZag/U7RAwtwHi3I/AAAAAAAAFK0/UDCz8ArbNoE/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Raspberry.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rzNQf5HdZag/U7RAwtwHi3I/AAAAAAAAFK0/UDCz8ArbNoE/s200/Ventana+Candy+Raspberry.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Candy Raspberry</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_erofto9eXo/U7RA7UmFlWI/AAAAAAAAFK8/PYPxF1740Dw/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Red.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_erofto9eXo/U7RA7UmFlWI/AAAAAAAAFK8/PYPxF1740Dw/s200/Ventana+Candy+Red.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Candy Red</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8uJP0XvYJz8/U7RBD7KmkUI/AAAAAAAAFLE/UIWBaQp1Y7g/s1600/Ventana+Candy+Teal.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="50" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8uJP0XvYJz8/U7RBD7KmkUI/AAAAAAAAFLE/UIWBaQp1Y7g/s200/Ventana+Candy+Teal.jpg" width="100" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Candy Teal</td></tr>
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<ul><b>
<li><b>Fork Options:</b></li>
</b></ul>
<b></b><br />
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8YnSYlif6_Q/VdJbnsAEuJI/AAAAAAAAAOw/NWcsyg1-qX0/s1600/Manitou_Magnum_001.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8YnSYlif6_Q/VdJbnsAEuJI/AAAAAAAAAOw/NWcsyg1-qX0/s200/Manitou_Magnum_001.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Manitou Magnum<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(27.5" or 29")<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$267</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$85</span></div>
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</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-slH_W7VRFkQ/VdwNmyFodPI/AAAAAAAAASs/USNrmSLHV4w/s1600/RockShoxRS-1_001.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-slH_W7VRFkQ/VdwNmyFodPI/AAAAAAAAASs/USNrmSLHV4w/s200/RockShoxRS-1_001.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;"><br />
Rock Shox RS-1<br />
Predictive Steering Axle<br />
Hub Included (29" Only)<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: +$892</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$1243</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><br />
<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ExQUYIjKSUE/VnG6_pjn1QI/AAAAAAAACCc/poBRz0KaHUg/s1600/Fox_34_02.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ExQUYIjKSUE/VnG6_pjn1QI/AAAAAAAACCc/poBRz0KaHUg/s200/Fox_34_02.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Fox 34 Float<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(27.5" Only)<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$223</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$129</span></div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul></ul>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o769nrcdXFo/Vl9XhgZN1dI/AAAAAAAABwg/9bNYssvZKqk/s1600/Fork_RockShox_Pike_Boost_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o769nrcdXFo/Vl9XhgZN1dI/AAAAAAAABwg/9bNYssvZKqk/s200/Fork_RockShox_Pike_Boost_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Rock Shox Pike<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">27.5" or 29"</span>)<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: Stock Option</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$352</span></div>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vPpZsmZaE5c/Vl9XyPgIFYI/AAAAAAAABww/weSkQ9Qb1mA/s1600/Fork_RockShox_Yari_Boost_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vPpZsmZaE5c/Vl9XyPgIFYI/AAAAAAAABww/weSkQ9Qb1mA/s200/Fork_RockShox_Yari_Boost_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Rock Shox Yari<br />
Boost Axle<br />
(<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">27.5" or 29"</span>)<br />
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$352</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: Stock Option</span></div>
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</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<ul>
<li><b>Saddle Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-l3zUcUtD51c/U64TI4-NDMI/AAAAAAAAFF4/qqEcvAiW33U/s1600/WTB+Pure+V.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-l3zUcUtD51c/U64TI4-NDMI/AAAAAAAAFF4/qqEcvAiW33U/s200/WTB+Pure+V.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">WTB Race: Pure (pictured),<br />
Volt-142, or Rocket-150 models<br />
Signature: -$89<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
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</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0BBLEBPi1B8/VgW8Fd6CcEI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/51J6zGFY6w4/s1600/WTB_Saddle_Volt_142a.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0BBLEBPi1B8/VgW8Fd6CcEI/AAAAAAAAAZQ/51J6zGFY6w4/s200/WTB_Saddle_Volt_142a.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">WTB Pro: Volt-142 (pictured), Pure, Silverado<span style="font-size: 12.8px;"> or Rocket-150 models</span><br />
Signature: -$66<br />
Standard: +$23</td></tr>
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</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ODDvSofTYhc/VgW-vC01EnI/AAAAAAAAAZc/svEfp3abmLc/s1600/WTB_Saddle_Silverado_Team_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ODDvSofTYhc/VgW-vC01EnI/AAAAAAAAAZc/svEfp3abmLc/s200/WTB_Saddle_Silverado_Team_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">WTB Team: Silverado (pictured), Pure, <span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Volt-142 or Rocket-150 models</span><br />
Signature: +$3<br />
Standard: +$92</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dA6g5xxagbs/U64S0-iG5xI/AAAAAAAAFFQ/cgk_vfv8RNs/s1600/611_active.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dA6g5xxagbs/U64S0-iG5xI/AAAAAAAAFFQ/cgk_vfv8RNs/s200/611_active.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">611 MTB Active, Cro-Mo<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$89</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EITwM2MiEw4/Vdv0eThnQ5I/AAAAAAAAARs/k-R8iMHnrHw/s1600/Titanico_NSX_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EITwM2MiEw4/Vdv0eThnQ5I/AAAAAAAAARs/k-R8iMHnrHw/s200/Titanico_NSX_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Selle Anatomica Titanico NSX<br />
Signature: +$37<br />
Standard: +$126</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Seatpost Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c-fCMRfDyvQ/U63-iAY9QuI/AAAAAAAAFD8/8N8jzQG-f0A/s1600/Race+Face+Ride+Seatpost.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c-fCMRfDyvQ/U63-iAY9QuI/AAAAAAAAFD8/8N8jzQG-f0A/s200/Race+Face+Ride+Seatpost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Race Face Ride<br />
Signature: -$426<br />
Standard: -$281</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n1wnr_rfyN8/U63-sWfRgOI/AAAAAAAAFEE/irtZ78s6FMo/s1600/Thompson+Elite+seatpost.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n1wnr_rfyN8/U63-sWfRgOI/AAAAAAAAFEE/irtZ78s6FMo/s200/Thompson+Elite+seatpost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Thomson Elite<br />
Straight or 16mm Setback<br />
Signature: -$368<br />
Standard: -$223</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a14MreezBO4/U63-4_brExI/AAAAAAAAFEU/99vqzyCLO-0/s1600/Cane+Creek+Thudbuster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a14MreezBO4/U63-4_brExI/AAAAAAAAFEU/99vqzyCLO-0/s200/Cane+Creek+Thudbuster.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Cane Creek Thudbuster<br />
No Longer Availble<br />
Signature: --<br />
Standard: --</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-17Yf6P3bKd0/U63-0I57e4I/AAAAAAAAFEM/iOomnK34Xb4/s1600/Syntace+Hi-Flex.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-17Yf6P3bKd0/U63-0I57e4I/AAAAAAAAFEM/iOomnK34Xb4/s200/Syntace+Hi-Flex.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Syntace Hi-Flex<br />
Signature: -$222<br />
Standard: -$77</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_p6JJUtqRO8/ViVgoXRKRbI/AAAAAAAAAno/xgtkE6Obrfo/s1600/RockShox_Reverb_Stealth_01b.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_p6JJUtqRO8/ViVgoXRKRbI/AAAAAAAAAno/xgtkE6Obrfo/s200/RockShox_Reverb_Stealth_01b.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Rock Shox Reverb Stealth<br />
Signature: +$150<br />
Standard: +$135</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1SphSZixkoA/ViVht_-JA2I/AAAAAAAAAn0/ZmUO78CSwBU/s1600/Thomson_covert_post_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1SphSZixkoA/ViVht_-JA2I/AAAAAAAAAn0/ZmUO78CSwBU/s200/Thomson_covert_post_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Thomson Dropper Covert<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$145</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Handlebar Options:</b></li>
</ul>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YA8iDLmgG5M/U63BkW3CocI/AAAAAAAAFBo/PuCO5b_xOB4/s1600/Raceface+Ride-XC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YA8iDLmgG5M/U63BkW3CocI/AAAAAAAAFBo/PuCO5b_xOB4/s200/Raceface+Ride-XC.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Race Face Aeffect<br />
Signature: -$42<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JAvi__dLnNQ/U63BoH3ePqI/AAAAAAAAFBw/gG7TetnODP4/s1600/Thompson+All+Mountain+Alloy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JAvi__dLnNQ/U63BoH3ePqI/AAAAAAAAFBw/gG7TetnODP4/s200/Thompson+All+Mountain+Alloy.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Thomson AM Alloy<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$42</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4pTpj6ZO5xg/U63BtrYy8KI/AAAAAAAAFB4/TVWzSOEh4-0/s1600/Salsa+Bend+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4pTpj6ZO5xg/U63BtrYy8KI/AAAAAAAAFB4/TVWzSOEh4-0/s200/Salsa+Bend+2.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Salsa Bend 2<br />
Signature: -$20<br />
Standard: +$22</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A119iDRUMXs/U63By_nxBMI/AAAAAAAAFCA/5OgsXUNEKHY/s1600/Jeff+Jones+Loop+H-Bar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-A119iDRUMXs/U63By_nxBMI/AAAAAAAAFCA/5OgsXUNEKHY/s200/Jeff+Jones+Loop+H-Bar.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Jeff Jones Loop H-Bar<br />
Signature: +$54<br />
Standard: +$96</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4jhX2R5dRsI/U63B28AQo1I/AAAAAAAAFCI/JDPhTvYfk0A/s1600/Thompson+Mountain+Carbon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4jhX2R5dRsI/U63B28AQo1I/AAAAAAAAFCI/JDPhTvYfk0A/s200/Thompson+Mountain+Carbon.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Thomson AM Carbon<br />
Signature: +$69<br />
Standard: +$112</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<ul>
<li><b></b></li>
<li style="display: inline !important;"><b><b>Headset Options:</b></b></li>
</ul>
<b></b><br />
<div>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mL90g1yw39I/U64C7aa59YI/AAAAAAAAFE4/lkcGgTtzzM8/s1600/Cane+Creek+40.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mL90g1yw39I/U64C7aa59YI/AAAAAAAAFE4/lkcGgTtzzM8/s200/Cane+Creek+40.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Cane Creek 40 Mix-Tapered<br />
Signature: -$55<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-D-7M44QtteI/U64CyNcwGJI/AAAAAAAAFEw/MpYI8M6ZI1M/s1600/Hope+Headset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-D-7M44QtteI/U64CyNcwGJI/AAAAAAAAFEw/MpYI8M6ZI1M/s200/Hope+Headset.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Hope Pick'n'Mix<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$55</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BdBJpGyERwo/U64DAGzMUAI/AAAAAAAAFFA/zZOppwtMQcI/s1600/Chris+King+headset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BdBJpGyERwo/U64DAGzMUAI/AAAAAAAAFFA/zZOppwtMQcI/s200/Chris+King+headset.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Chris King Inset<br />
Signature: +$58<br />
Standard: +$113</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Brake Options: </b></li>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JZOkk9WrY5k/U6nB_k9IyzI/AAAAAAAAE1c/rBR8jvLEeSk/s1600/Magura+MT2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JZOkk9WrY5k/U6nB_k9IyzI/AAAAAAAAE1c/rBR8jvLEeSk/s200/Magura+MT2.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Magura MT2<br />
Signature: -$111<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PkSIiAsNpQ4/U6nARMDYhOI/AAAAAAAAE0w/tahaDrbAVwY/s1600/Magura+MT4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PkSIiAsNpQ4/U6nARMDYhOI/AAAAAAAAE0w/tahaDrbAVwY/s200/Magura+MT4.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Magura MT4<br />
Signature: Stock Option<br />
Standard: +$111</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ru4t3Pj0uho/U6nAU_NePxI/AAAAAAAAE04/1kx34Y9bR6Y/s1600/Magura+MT5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ru4t3Pj0uho/U6nAU_NePxI/AAAAAAAAE04/1kx34Y9bR6Y/s200/Magura+MT5.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Magura MT5<br />
Signature: +$74<br />
Standard: +$185</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-E5Bj5YLGUZA/U6nAbNWRdqI/AAAAAAAAE1A/s62VAU-feEE/s1600/Magura+MT6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-E5Bj5YLGUZA/U6nAbNWRdqI/AAAAAAAAE1A/s62VAU-feEE/s200/Magura+MT6.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Magura MT6<br />
Signature: +$203<br />
Standard: +$314</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qGxEr8BYKak/U6oBn0zXSiI/AAAAAAAAE5E/Lb_5x-hUci4/s1600/Magura+MT7.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qGxEr8BYKak/U6oBn0zXSiI/AAAAAAAAE5E/Lb_5x-hUci4/s200/Magura+MT7.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Magura MT7<br />
Signature: +$295<br />
Standard: +$406</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-W_OJMfzX4C0/U6nAkdw_WgI/AAAAAAAAE1I/eJPsr3LqRSI/s1600/Magura+MT8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-W_OJMfzX4C0/U6nAkdw_WgI/AAAAAAAAE1I/eJPsr3LqRSI/s200/Magura+MT8.jpg" width="150" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Magura MT8<br />
Signature: +$388<br />
Standard: +$498</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5AGbNm5O0AA/VcunB7IKmrI/AAAAAAAAAMc/J7O-d91ahII/s1600/Avid_brake_lever_02.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5AGbNm5O0AA/VcunB7IKmrI/AAAAAAAAAMc/J7O-d91ahII/s200/Avid_brake_lever_02.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Avid BB7 - Speed Dial 7 Set<br />
Signature: -$112<br />
Standard: Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_ZH3R8RNja8/VcuntbnGGCI/AAAAAAAAAMk/b4io2cX3Nes/s1600/Spyke_brakes_04.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_ZH3R8RNja8/VcuntbnGGCI/AAAAAAAAAMk/b4io2cX3Nes/s200/Spyke_brakes_04.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Spyke Brake - Lever Set<br />
Signature: -$59<br />
Standard: +$52</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</ul>
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<li><b>Front Hub Options:</b></li>
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<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jRFxmdVeQF4/Vl9tCMDsNUI/AAAAAAAABx4/b4C2i4f1aBs/s1600/Hub_SRAM_X0_Boost.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jRFxmdVeQF4/Vl9tCMDsNUI/AAAAAAAABx4/b4C2i4f1aBs/s200/Hub_SRAM_X0_Boost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">SRAM XO<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Upgrade: +$59</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TiU1jPK-qMI/Vl-PtxNp_CI/AAAAAAAABy4/x7wNQLVn4v4/s1600/Hub_Industry_9_Torch_Boost_01b.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TiU1jPK-qMI/Vl-PtxNp_CI/AAAAAAAABy4/x7wNQLVn4v4/s200/Hub_Industry_9_Torch_Boost_01b.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Industry 9 Torch<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Upgrade: +$77</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OZOV82O5sDY/Vl9uXimcWZI/AAAAAAAAByI/uDStGqru2WU/s1600/Hub_Hope_Boost.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OZOV82O5sDY/Vl9uXimcWZI/AAAAAAAAByI/uDStGqru2WU/s200/Hub_Hope_Boost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Hope Pro II<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Stock Option</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td></tr>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HnEuZTzCMkE/Vd4stBGhDZI/AAAAAAAAAU0/E5PZ1VXD4nw/s1600/Chris_King_ISO_Mountain_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HnEuZTzCMkE/Vd4stBGhDZI/AAAAAAAAAU0/E5PZ1VXD4nw/s200/Chris_King_ISO_Mountain_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Chris King ISO<br />
Boost Axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$95</td></tr>
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<li><b>Rear Hub Options:</b></li>
<li><div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
Chris King ISO Disc Single Speed</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">12x142mm axle</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: Stock Option</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$200</span></div>
</li>
<li><div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Industry 9 Torch Single Speed</span></div>
</li>
<li><div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">12x142mm axle</span></div>
</li>
<li><div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$100</span></div>
</li>
<li><div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +100</span></div>
</li>
<li><div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
Hope Pro 4 Single Speed</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
12x142mm axle</div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: -$200</span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;"></span></div>
<div style="font-size: 12.8px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: Stock Option</span></div>
</li>
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<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jRFxmdVeQF4/Vl9tCMDsNUI/AAAAAAAABx4/b4C2i4f1aBs/s1600/Hub_SRAM_X0_Boost.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jRFxmdVeQF4/Vl9tCMDsNUI/AAAAAAAABx4/b4C2i4f1aBs/s200/Hub_SRAM_X0_Boost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Chris King ISO Disc Single Speed<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">12x142mm axle</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature: Stock Option</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard: +$199</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OZOV82O5sDY/Vl9uXimcWZI/AAAAAAAAByI/uDStGqru2WU/s1600/Hub_Hope_Boost.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OZOV82O5sDY/Vl9uXimcWZI/AAAAAAAAByI/uDStGqru2WU/s200/Hub_Hope_Boost.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Hope Pro 4 Single Speed<br />
12x142mm axle<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Stock Option</span></td></tr>
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<li><b>Rim Options: </b></li>
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<table align="center"><tbody>
<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KbLVgdA5XJ4/Vd4g5JCR1MI/AAAAAAAAAT8/rm0BVVGaozY/s1600/Scraper_45mm_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KbLVgdA5XJ4/Vd4g5JCR1MI/AAAAAAAAAT8/rm0BVVGaozY/s200/Scraper_45mm_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">WTB Scraper<br />
45mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$69</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--hS0BHky184/Vkz-fMJQ3MI/AAAAAAAABrA/2AOuygwD7uE/s1600/MuleFut_50SL.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/--hS0BHky184/Vkz-fMJQ3MI/AAAAAAAABrA/2AOuygwD7uE/s200/MuleFut_50SL.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Sun MuleFut 50SL<br />
50mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Stock Option</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
</td><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-roY3yuiu2K0/Vk0ZuwGg2oI/AAAAAAAABsA/EaHzZ0QfFc8/s1600/Velocity_Dually_01.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-roY3yuiu2K0/Vk0ZuwGg2oI/AAAAAAAABsA/EaHzZ0QfFc8/s200/Velocity_Dually_01.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Velocity Dually<br />
45mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$18</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gmkPU2JLE98/VmXqnDRDcwI/AAAAAAAABzw/K1_K-NyBweA/s1600/DSC_4372.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gmkPU2JLE98/VmXqnDRDcwI/AAAAAAAABzw/K1_K-NyBweA/s200/DSC_4372.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 12.8px;">Carbon Rim<br />
50mm<br />
<span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Signature & </span><span style="font-size: 12.8px;">Standard</span><br />
Upgrade: +$400</td></tr>
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Signature: Stock Option<br />
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Signature: -$104<br />
Standard: -$25</td></tr>
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Signature: Stock Option<br />
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Signature: -$80<br />
Standard: +$Stock Option</td></tr>
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Signature: -$113<br />
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Blue, Gold, Silver, Green, Purple, Black, Red<br />
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<b><br /></b>Neilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-19669118679751767202016-08-25T05:18:00.000-07:002016-12-21T16:03:40.729-08:00Cyclocross / Gravel Grinder: Traitor Cycles Crusade with Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14 and Gates Carbon Drive<div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A Kent, Washington-based customer contacted us to talk about building a commuter/dirt road exploration bike with our signature Rohloff/Gates drivetrain. Already a </span><span style="font-size: large;">Rohloff </span><span style="font-size: large;">rider, </span><span style="font-size: large;">he was excited abou<span style="font-family: inherit;">t the simplicity, dependability, and longevity that the combination of the </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff-speedhub.shtml" target="_blank">Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14</a> internal gear hub and <a href="http://cyclemonkey.bigcartel.com/product/gates-carbon-drive-belts" target="_blank">Gates Carbon Drive</a> belt offers. He liked <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjQ0rySz9vOAhUjS2MKHTmpDWIQFghMMAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.traitorcycles.com%2F&usg=AFQjCNGI_KDbelKHANITbrQeF041ovNYRA&sig2=Ij5PpZ1Fr76Na-ikq0NRGQ" target="_blank">Traitor Cycles</a> Crusade frame for it's cyclocross geometry, affordable price, adjustable dropouts, and ability to run a tapered carbon fork. He sent us his Rohloff wheel, and we built it into a cool new bike.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Traitor Cycles is a Pacific Northwest-based company that produces a variety of affordable steel bikes. They make models for geared, single-speed, or fixed commuters, cyclocross racing and riding, mountain rides, and touring bikes. The Crusade is designed as a cross racing machine, but its geometry works well for other uses such as gravel, commuting, and bike packing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Traitor uses a simple pivoting dropout design on the Crusade, which gives it a lot of setup flexibility. This feature is ideal for single-speed,</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/schlumpf-innovations.shtml" style="font-size: x-large;">Schlumpf</a><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">2-speed cranks, or</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/rohloff-speedhub.shtml" style="font-size: x-large;">Rohloff</a><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">14-speed internal gear hubs, as it provides a means of chain or belt tensioning without needing to add a separate tensioner. </span><span style="font-size: large;">We added a tube splitter in the right seat stay to make it belt compatible and sent it out to our local powder coater for a bright green finish.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">While the frame was being modified with the belt-splitter, we got to work on building a custom front wheel to complement the customer-supplied Rohloff rear. </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;">We went with a </span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://cyclemonkeywheelhouse.blogspot.com/search/label/Velocity%20Aileron" target="_blank">Velocity Aileron</a> rim </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">and </span></span>double butted <a href="http://cyclemonkeywheelhouse.blogspot.com/search/label/Sapim%20Race" target="_blank">Sapim Race</a> spokes with brass nipples. Both wheels received Schwalbe's puncture resistant Marathon Mondial tires.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you are interested in having a frame modified to ride with a Gates Carbon Drive or are interested in getting a dedicated build like this one, just </span><a href="http://www.cyclemonkey.com/about.shtml" style="font-size: x-large;" target="_blank">give us a call</a><span style="font-size: large;">.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">• Frame: Traitor Cycles Crusade</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">• Rear hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB 500/14<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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