Demon Frameworks 953 fast touring bike

:) will definitely be fitting the guards. Just need to source some suitable hardware to attach the things. A bit of engineering required so it won't happen over night. The swine that sold me the mudguards didn't include most of the fitting bits and bobs. Didn't realise until I went to fit them and as I bought them >18 months ago then I think I've lost my right to complain.

If you want to keep the fixing look very smart and tidy, the eyelets bolts is a great alternative, from;

http://freshtripe.co.uk/Freshtripe/Mudguards%20%26%20Racks.html

Need to get rid of the plastic one to fit those on my bike.

Very helpful. Thanks Ed.

that looks really good, the green is really nice, and campagnolo is simply the right choice! (and welcome to the Demon club!) i loveTom's bikes, he made me an MTB, it's epic, have just ordered an urban build from him aswel.

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Quality of the finishing on the metal work is outstanding, I bet the builder was pleased to be able to show it. And the paint is also nice, I was with the others on the 'do not paint' front, but it looks to me like its been done very well and the colour scheme with the lining etc just adds to it IMO.

Now get some 'guards & racks on it and get oooot there!

Wow - what a beautiful bike

Thanks again y'all.

Carradice Camper long flap ordered (couldn't put the modern Altura pannier bags on this) and ferries booked. This years plan avoids Calais. Brilliant as the riding is in Pays de Calais and around the Somme, we fancy a change. An overnighter from Portsmouth to St Malo so ready to ride early in the morning on day 1 then a nice multi day loop into Brittany/Normandy touching the Altlantic coast (hopefully) then back up to Cherbourg for the return crossing. 5 weeks to go!

That thing is fooking massive!

I have a big tooth brush!

You should have seen the size of the Altura bags! They are 56L between them I think. The Camper is 24L, so yes, massive by saddle bag standards, but a big reduction in available storage space for me whilst touring. I'd rather have more capacity than needed and not use it rather than the other way round. I'll order a Bagman support too. The pair will cost less than the other option which was to get a tubus stainless rack and use the (way too big) Altura panniers.

I'll likely get a small Carradice bag for long day trips etc too. Never been a fan of the modern "saddlebag" for tools/spares etc, but somehow I think a more classic Carradice number will work on this.

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I'm not allowed to, as I'm obviously biased ;-)

Never been a fan of the modern "saddlebag" for tools/spares etc, but somehow I think a more classic Carradice number will work on this.

I heard you, I went for a Gilles Berthoud bag because they look fantastic, very light and work well.

Just need to save up for the proper handlebar bag.

Wow! Haven't seen this build thread before, lovely stuff!

Did I see Honjos in the OP? Where are they?

:-) everyone wants to see it with the guards on, including me. They'll be fitted in the next couple of weeks. I'll share pics once fitted.

Second ride tonight. 100mm stem is a big improvement. Lowered the saddle slightly too which has also made it feel more comfortable. Took in a few more hills and whilst it doesn't climb like my race bike its definitely planted and confident on the descents. Really really pleased with the handling, balance and feel of bike.

Gotcha, and again, a lovely build :)

With guards as requested. Bar bag waiting to be fitted and I'm ready to tour. Not so much toe overlap with the guards fitted as foot overlap, but I've ridden it a fair few times now without issue, so I don't think it's a problem...

It look amazing with the 'guard, don't take it off!

Wow. Looks even better fully set up.

Nicely done.

Front mudguard could totally be 1" closer to the wheel, less spray as well ;)

Since you mentioned that, I just notice how close it is to the downtube!

Since you mentioned that, I just notice how close it is to the downtube!

Unlike the rear :-/

BrickMan: there's some fettling to be done yet for sure. Had to lash them on in a bit of a hurry. With more time, some fiddling and washers etc I can get it closer to the wheel and more evenly spaced.

This is beautiful.

Out of curiosity, and only because I have been putting something together similar in Titanium (as opposed to being a true-blue weight weenie), how much does the bike weigh? About 8-9 kilos with guards?

This is beautiful.

Out of curiosity, and only because I have been putting something together similar in Titanium (as opposed to being a true-blue weight weenie), how much does the bike weigh? About 8-9 kilos with guards?

Hi. I'm not entirely sure what it weighs. I know my "best" bike is around 17lbs and this is a bit heavier than that although not too much more actually. My best guess would be around 9kg or 19.5lbs with guards but not the rack and luggage!

Is the titanium project in addition to the Donhou (which looks amazing btw)?

Don't think weight is important in the end, I'm very happy with how mine perform with joy, and it's about 11kg complete, 12.5kg with audax gears.

Hi. I'm not entirely sure what it weighs. I know my "best" bike is around 17lbs and this is a bit heavier than that although not too much more actually. My best guess would be around 9kg or 19.5lbs with guards but not the rack and luggage!

Is the titanium project in addition to the Donhou (which looks amazing btw)?

Thanks I figured that would be around the mark, was just curious. Am impressed that yours is such a complete package, everything just belongs together, it all fits beautifully.

I had Tokyo Fixed build me up an Enigma Etape with Ultegra Di2 last year. Over the last few months I've been moving to a bike packing based setup: removing the rear rack and giving up the Carradice saddlebag and mount for a Revelate saddle and bar bag with Alpkit frame bag. The bike is very functional and can be readily abused but it's nothing to look at compared to your or Ed's bikes. But that does mean I can treat it rough without being precious. And with 700x25 tires max its not the best off road.

I'd take a 953 Demon over it any day of the week :)

My ideal bike for me would be something Ti or stainless with a carbon fork, guards, discs and clearance for largish tyres. One can always dream!

Actually I also realised we may be wandering around the vaguely similar region soon. I'm doing the Newhaven - Dieppe - Rouen - Le Havre - Portsmouth loop over the Bank holiday weekend. With a big camera strapped to my back, to photograph industrial scenes. I hope your Normandy adventure will be more pleasant, when are you going?