Custom Orlowski Workhorse

Thanks for the kind words people

Have you considered a build suited to running a front lowrider rack to take the panniers there?

I've no idea if it's workable on fixed/SS, but it's very popular on geared touring bikes.

TBH no, I think I'll be going the bikepacking route for future trips (so bar-bag for the luggage upfront), just wanted the rear rack mounts there "just-in-case" as I want this to be a bike I'll ride for the rest of my life