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I did have 25c and deep wheels on it for a club race at a time when I didn't have a road bike. It worked well, but that's about it. But I've many, many road miles on it with 35c and 38c. If I was to have only one bike it would probably be this one.
I've always been a fan of the Shorty Ultimates. Compared to a good disc brake setup, they're cheaper, lighter and look good. Stopping power is good – but of course nowhere near a good hydro disc setup. Now that you got flat mount, nice hydro hoods (at least with Dura-Ace) and the ability to run carbon wheels without the hassle of rim-braking, I'd probably go disc if I had enough money to splash. But I do love the #cantilyf
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Great project, i'm loving the functional and aesthetic development. As someone looking for a more versatile road bike i'm interested to know if you've chucked on some road tyres and done many road miles on it? Looks like it would be equally capable on or off road. Also do you feel the Avid's are a step down in performance in comparison to discs?