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Do these Foxes have clearence for around 2.4" tyres by default? If yes, I'll have to keep my eyes open...
Good luck with the project OP, will monitor this thread for sure. :)
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very nice
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Yes mate, your build is the reason I'm actually pursuing this project! I stumbled across it a while back and thought it looked sick so decided that it would be worth it!
I was actually gonna see if I could track you down to ask about tyre clearance so thanks for the heads up re widths.
I did a little mock-up with my mtb wheelset to get a feel for ride position etc and I reckon it looks pretty sweet already!
The tyres on it there are 2.2 Specialized mtb tyres and they do rub the chain stays but could be okay with a 2.2 slick? Depends on brand, I guess.
What are people's thoughts on crimping stays to squeeze a bit of extra rubber in? I probably wouldn't do it out of choice but would rather not buy more than the one set of tyres.
I also swapped out the Exage chain set for a Stronglight one I had knocking round. Probably equally shit, but looks a bit shinier and is lighter (...and flexier, so may not stick with it). Interestingly also has biopace-esque asymmetric chainrings on it.
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Also, re front rack, how did you get around the crown mount and straddle cable issue?
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Fox bro! Some inspiration perhaps from my edition.
Are 26" rim brake wheels hard to come by in the UK? They're plentiful in the Netherlands. Regarding tyres, you should have ample choice. I have found 2.15" slicks is probably the sweet spot in terms of clearance (with mud guards), currently running Schwalbe Big Apples.
The rack I'm using is a Pelago Commuter, which is affordable and works well. Though the fork crown mount tends to interfere with the straddle cable, be aware.
Curious to see what you'll do with the frame!