The "do everything" tank - Surly LHT

I've run an old cable through out of interest, there's about 5mm of clearance, should be adequate

I run a full 15l pannier one side only, and have no problem riding with it. Even track standing with it on is possible.

Where's the front rack from?

SJS

http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/alloy-front-carrier-cantilever-boss-mounting-black-alloy-prod14021/

Do you know what the maximum weight it can carry?

9kg

Sounds good, thanks

would love to have a bash at making something like this myself but I don't think I have the skillz

#imitationisthesincerestformofflattery

I thought of making a front rack bag out of this. Is this a really thick idea?

what is it?

The Small Swift Ozette Rando Bag looks rad too

http://builtbyswift.com/products/5

Small
Measurements: 11"w x 8"d x 7" tall

Capacity: 7 Liters

Features: Vinyl lined, lid opens from cyclist out, two 3" pockets facing rider, front pocket, 7"x11" clear map case on lid, flush side pockets, four velcro strips on bottom of the bag to add stability, webbing insert for rando rack’s tombstone, and 1" dee rings on either side of the bag. We recommend using this bag with a decaleur.

Just worried it will be too low...

7" is about 3" from where the bars will be, so not as extreme as the example above, granted.

cough bigxtop cough

Didn't he make a front rack bag recently that looked pretty nice, he could make it to your specs too...

Already in discussions. I really rate his work.

what is it?

A small army surplus bag. Good luck on making your own :)

I thought of making a front rack bag out of this. Is this a really thick idea?

I've seen these hacked to use as motorcycle panniers. You can treat them to waterproof them with wax I think.

For a tenner a pop?!

http://www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/camping-equipment/rucksacks-bags/heavy-duty-raf-blue-olive-or-404698.html

It'd be rude not to!

no workie

yuhuh!

almost there!

If I didn't know any better, I'd say that this is going to look suspiciously similar to John Watson's Geekhouse.

Edit: New photos no work either.

You NEEED an ammo box on that front rack.

it's finished!

Went on a short ride just now, 1st impressions are great, fits well, feels really stable, shifts excellently, brakes are strong. Can't wait to put it to work...

hopefully pics work in the new post...

You NEEED an ammo box on that front rack.

that is f**king awesome... probably too large though

Ha, I was right! Looks awesome though man! Other than the ghastly Rolls, good job! Just needs a front lowrider now and you're all set to tour the world.