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Thanks for this - light enough to be enjoyable to ride I think, but Equilibrium isn't well equipped with useful braze-ons and tabs. Would prefer something with more versatility in this regard - i.e. actually having mudguard and rack mounts... Rychtarski is an interesting idea, but I think my dad is probably too traditional and will want to be able to go and try the frame out before buying...
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He can try Equilibrium and then get it built with added braze ons and lighter tubing?
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I think it's the steel part you will struggle with. For example I have a Pinnacle Dolomite 6 as a commuter, it's just a hair under 10kg, aluminium with mudguards and has mounts for a rear rack.
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Get Croix de fer. If he likes that. And is doing proper touring (but if he's credit card touring, get a carbon road bike and use bike packing system, way better)
Get some nice wheels built.
Put a low trail fork on it if you want.I over took roadie douchbags on mine, loaded up with panniers touring. Both up and down mountains.
It's a good bike. It's the rider that matters.
I really miss mine, was a great everyday bike.
amey
Sumo
skinny
Equilibrium looks like it'll do the job .. not light; almost 2kg for frame only.
Otherwise 900euro-ish Rychtarski of Spirit, Max mix with Columbus Hiver forks.