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A lot of the flex is probably coming from the canti-brakes. The cable will loosen and tighten as the forks flex. A V-brake or mini-V would remove this. Still gonna get some flex though.
Other forks may help a bit but its still a skinny tubed bike. Its going to flex. Its meant to.
Looks quite cool imo. Need to tidy up the mudguards though.
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It'll be fine towing a trailer - just pay a bit of attention to how you load it is all. If you end up not liking the trailer then let me know as I've been on the look out for a Yak for a long while!
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Claud Butler Majestic on 26" wheels?
I need help here. I want to build a retro inspired ebike that doesn't scream ebike. I bought this pink bike from ebay because of those chunky tyres. How do those brakes fit so well on a frame designed for 27" wheels?
The bike rides nice enough, no complaints bar the reduced ground clearance, not helped by the long cranks. I'm concerned about the front forks which seem to flex when you slam the front brake or take a tight turn. I tightened the nut on the top of the fork tube and I am pretty sure it's the forks flexing.
I'm also planning to pull a Bob Yak trailer, you can see the mounts on the rear axle. Is this taking it too far with this frame?
I'm considering putting on rigid steel MTB 26" forks and narrow riser bars in hope of stiffening up the front end. What do you think, is this frame up to it? Local bike shop says no...
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