tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post8722697557513957162..comments2024-03-24T02:29:56.508-07:00Comments on The Monkey Lab: Rohloff-Equipped Surly Disc Trucker Commuting/Touring BikeNeilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-40172238159187515582019-06-26T20:15:27.287-07:002019-06-26T20:15:27.287-07:00What is the number or a email to reach out to you ...What is the number or a email to reach out to you guys?G Shenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16994298055867803322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-35039655541415301382016-02-15T16:00:08.435-08:002016-02-15T16:00:08.435-08:00We haven't worked with Exzentriker as long, so...We haven't worked with Exzentriker as long, so the comparison doesn't carry equal weight, but setting up the Exzentriker is a lot easier in my mind. You also get infinite adjustment instead of discrete positions. This may come at the risk of slipping potential, but we haven't seen that in the field so far. We have a lot more customers out on Philcentric units and, outside of one powerful rider who kept breaking the small screws that hold the cups together, haven't had any complaints.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-45865013696040252912016-02-15T13:25:22.196-08:002016-02-15T13:25:22.196-08:00Neil -- do you have any preference between the Phi...Neil -- do you have any preference between the Phil Wood Philcentric and Trickstuff Exzentriker?David Doakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06507177927813399354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-35837896075215055602015-08-26T19:02:28.604-07:002015-08-26T19:02:28.604-07:00Thanks Neil, another potentially stupid question.....Thanks Neil, another potentially stupid question...after installing the Rohloff onto the Disc Trucker, are their enough holes left to install a rear rack?...it's hard to tell from the pics. Thanks again. <br /><br />DaveAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07383183428464135299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-75248259419017582782015-08-26T12:03:44.076-07:002015-08-26T12:03:44.076-07:00For chain use, you simply need a hub kit with a to...For chain use, you simply need a hub kit with a torque arm. From there, everything will install easily. You could choose to use a chain tensioner or a thread-in eccentric such as the Phil Wood Philcentric or Trickstuff Exzentriker.<br /><br />For belt use, you would need to install a tube splitter in the seat stay in order to be able to fit a belt into the rear triangle. You would also need a way to tension the chain, either through a thread-in eccentric or another frame modification - removing the BB shell and replacing it with an eccentric shell.<br /><br />Cranks and BB are usually not an issue.<br /><br />2.35-2.5 external sprocket ratio is typically preferred for touring.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-66360673542194044512015-08-25T13:21:01.083-07:002015-08-25T13:21:01.083-07:00Hello--
I stumbled upon your site as I was resear...Hello--<br /><br />I stumbled upon your site as I was researching a Rohloff setup for my LHT. I have the caliper version of the LHT and not the disc setup. Can you tell me if my LHT needs alterations to use the Rohloff or any additional parts or adapters? I would like to take it a step further and use the Gates carbon belt. Do I have to worry about anything with the setup of the crankset or bottom bracket? Any suggestions on the gearing and the size of the rear cog? Thanks!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07383183428464135299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-63505416854691864612015-08-15T17:26:20.949-07:002015-08-15T17:26:20.949-07:00Glad we can be an inspiration! We ship around the...Glad we can be an inspiration! We ship around the world if you wanted to explore ordering the bike through us.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-49542826753825540142015-08-14T03:20:41.394-07:002015-08-14T03:20:41.394-07:00This right here is my holy grail of touring bikes!...This right here is my holy grail of touring bikes! Going to start building it from ground up by BRASHLY copying some specs from your rig ;) (hey i live in the frozen north of old continent so i cant order a bike from you guys)SapeMieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10870772236255659545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-31722693117368801022015-08-14T03:20:16.947-07:002015-08-14T03:20:16.947-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.SapeMieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10870772236255659545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-36007526749731623292015-02-23T21:26:22.864-08:002015-02-23T21:26:22.864-08:00Excellent. How often do you have small frames in ...Excellent. How often do you have small frames in stock? I'd like to check out a 42....Matt haydenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01738887948835340373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-67858160286469333732015-02-18T22:14:42.904-08:002015-02-18T22:14:42.904-08:00Sure - disc hub, OEM2 plate, rotor, chain tensione...Sure - disc hub, OEM2 plate, rotor, chain tensioner. We've got everything in stock. Shoot us an email if you want to get an order going.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-48527801762530116612015-02-17T09:26:33.794-08:002015-02-17T09:26:33.794-08:00I need help on similar project. I'm building m...I need help on similar project. I'm building my first touring bike using Disc Trucker and Rohloff. Problem is I dont know which model of Rohloff I actually need and do I also need some accessories for fitting it to the Disc Trucker. Can you help me? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06054255952300991474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-74520427875419838022014-08-28T23:05:21.919-07:002014-08-28T23:05:21.919-07:00If I remember correctly, that one was a 46cm.If I remember correctly, that one was a 46cm.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-7281488569180782562014-08-23T22:08:25.553-07:002014-08-23T22:08:25.553-07:00What size is this frame? I'm considering a 42c...What size is this frame? I'm considering a 42cm.....Matt haydenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01738887948835340373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-42734816323428247442014-05-25T18:11:59.690-07:002014-05-25T18:11:59.690-07:00Good point.Good point.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-57124625603080212092014-05-24T08:30:18.139-07:002014-05-24T08:30:18.139-07:00With the 26" wheel, you can put on fatter tir...With the 26" wheel, you can put on fatter tires than the 700c. That's something to consider if you'll be off road a lot.Wesleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11653408185866658791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-5097105545627253152014-04-14T12:51:21.492-07:002014-04-14T12:51:21.492-07:00Ty, Ive just made up a 26" with a Rohloff and...Ty, Ive just made up a 26" with a Rohloff and Son Dynamo front Hub, made for a long bike ride (UK to South Africa), 26" with 36 spoke definitely for spares in more remote places, 700c is not easy to find outside of Europe the US and Australia. And as Neil rightly says, 26" wheels are easier to pack if you end up flying.gplhl72https://www.blogger.com/profile/17661520938770602675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-71511799657365206602014-04-14T09:09:41.830-07:002014-04-14T09:09:41.830-07:00It is easier to pack smaller wheels, but if you...It is easier to pack smaller wheels, but if you're using a full sized bike box, it doesn't make too much difference. On travel bikes, it's more difficult to fit the larger wheels into the case, but still doable. I would probably make the decision based on the other factors - roll over/comfort, replacement parts, etc.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-64457178100258650022014-04-14T08:50:13.029-07:002014-04-14T08:50:13.029-07:00I am thinking of a similar setup with a disc truck...I am thinking of a similar setup with a disc trucker frame and rohloff hub. I am trying to decide between a 26" wheel size and 700cc. The bike would be used for both daily commuting and some overseas touring. I have seen many comments elsewhere that suggest going with a 26" wheel because of the availability of replacements outside US, and that the wheel would be more robust overall. I haven't seen any comments on whether the smaller wheel helps with packing / shipping on an airline of if that makes much difference. Wondered if anyone had any thoughts on any of these points.Ty Guthriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00165479241242168733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-65956268068358359852014-02-13T16:11:44.054-08:002014-02-13T16:11:44.054-08:00The Schwalbe Dureme on my rear wheel is on backwar...The Schwalbe Dureme on my rear wheel is on backwards and I've been riding it that way because it's simply to much hassle to reverse it. All of my riding could be done quite well on slicks so the backwards tread has not been a problem. Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00549260614859030431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-64929135005604109152013-10-11T00:21:41.749-07:002013-10-11T00:21:41.749-07:00Absolutely! I've ridden Schwalbe's backwar...Absolutely! I've ridden Schwalbe's backwards a few times with nary an issue. My comment was more from an aesthetics point of view :)<br /><br />Again, swell bike, it's nice to see such great Rohloff builds!<br /><br />Cheers!Guthrie Strawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02517346572935915431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-49968637828703928902013-10-10T21:59:54.615-07:002013-10-10T21:59:54.615-07:00Good eye! Looks like we may have overlooked that....Good eye! Looks like we may have overlooked that. I don't think it makes much difference in how it rides, but normally the tire would be mounted the opposite direction like the front one.Neilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036856726330755400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3409974780498389429.post-45399739427661387352013-10-10T19:18:46.714-07:002013-10-10T19:18:46.714-07:00Sweet build!
I know this shouldn't bother me ...Sweet build!<br /><br />I know this shouldn't bother me but... isn't the schwalbe rear tire on backwards?<br /><br />Thanks for posting!Guthrie Strawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02517346572935915431noreply@blogger.com