CP: The Topcross (Low trail CX + touring)

This will no longer be ridden as sscx.

Did you consider removing sliding dropouts? I realise its more work and you can always go back to SSCX if you leave them. But they're largely excess weight now aren't they? Or does it give you a noticeable longer wheel base for longer more relaxed riding?

Not criticising. Just wondering.

The rear triangle geometry will have to change if I swap dropouts. So it is not an option.
I will probably ride this frame for one more cx season and the build something with ø44mm head tube and thru axle. Then either sell it or make it a beater... We will see ;-)

Headset arrived, so assembly has been started. Bars and bleed kit unfortunately is at work...

Finally!

Pffou ! Wonderful !

Noice!

Nice!
Fancy making a smaller one. ;-)

That is pretty fucking nice!

Thank you. Someday for sure ;-)
Next in line is @JesperXT though...

Very nice.

Mine is going to be easy. Both components and size will be the same ;)

That's a beauty.

Wow. Lush.

Thank you guys

That's a lovely colour and a lovely bike

Ta

perfect mate

Not quite feeling the crankset, but the rest is ace. Loving the paint/decal combo.

I wouldn't mind an all black version of both the rotors and raceface chain ring.

Thanks mate

Took this for a quick spin last night, was great fun.

Just your size as well ;-)

I'm diggin' the Rotor... any retention to stop the chain from coming off?

Nope. Not necessary with race face narrow wide so far

Amazing thread and lovely bike. It's projects like this one that make this forum great.

What's the x5 modification for? Is it adjusting cable pull to make the 10 speed shifters compatible with the 9 speed mech? I though the mech would work fine as it was with 10 speed shifters. If it is to sort cable pull how did you know the size to make the brass fitting?