Looking for some recommendations for Frames or Build
Some requirements:
– Bike fits a smaller person (1.67m)
– Fits up to 48mm tires
– Room for creativity/tinkering, space for bags, racks, or other accessories
– A bit more on the faster end (not planning to race)
– Like to be aero and ride 7 hours
Photo for context is from an old GCN video about the Transcontinental Race
Like to hear your thoughts!
by Fun_Werewolf3838
3 Comments
Bags names?
Last year I built up a Chinese carbon endurance frame in size S with clearance for 40mm tires. Its geo certainly is on the fast, aero and sporty end but not a full on racing bike. Think Giant Defy, Canyon Endurace.
I recently did a 4day, 450km gravel tour and found it to perform quite well. One thing: the very compact frame means my shoes can hit the tire when I steer the bars far enough. On the road this rarely is an issue but on very steep, very slow sand or gravel paths I tend to move the bars more and my feet constantly hit the tire. Next time I would try and find a frame with a larger wheelbase to prevent this issue.
Research can easily point to some options. Trail Donkey 4.2 is one.