They do, Ryan at Oak Cycles specifically made it that length to get the geometry right (73 degree seat and head angle, clearance for 35c and rake/trail for front laden).
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They do, Ryan at Oak Cycles specifically made it that length to get the geometry right (73 degree seat and head angle, clearance for 35c and rake/trail for front laden).