I haven’t Toscos yet. There’s probably 6-7 different bars floating around my stash. Now I’ll put the Toscos on my list. Reaming the seat tube had crossed my mind. We are talking about a tiny amount. A dropper post is my dream. As it stands I don’t think I’ll have the height to run a 90-100mm
I too have the widest Toscos (with the 38.1 clamp dia) on my Gus. They’re super comfortable and give you lots of control for rough terrain. I feel like these bars were tailor made for Gus / Susie.On Nov 22, 2022, at 10:59 AM, Ryan Frahm wrote:Oh, and just a note on bars, I swapped the Bosco for
Oh, and just a note on bars, I swapped the Bosco for a 60cm Tosco and what
a great swap it was. The front position didn’t work for me and the Bosco
was just too high. Highly recommend the Tosco if you try some swept back
bars! My first ride with them was 30 miles of pure comfort.
On Tuesday,
I have also seen (on here) that you can have the seat tube reamed to fit
27.2. I’d probably be okay with it on the Gus but wouldn’t likely chance it
on my Susie with thinner tubes.
On Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 7:33:20 AM UTC-8 jacob...@gmail.com wrote:
> Scott,
> I have an extra Jones
Scott, I have an extra Jones loop on hand. Thanks for the offer though! I put a Simworks Fun bar (I think that’s the name) on for the moment. I plan to try out a few different bars. Ryan, I’ve got a really nice Simworks Nitto 27.2 post that I don’t have bike for. I think once I get the 26.8 post
Jacob - If you are interested I have a really clean Jones Loop I pulled off
an Analog build that I'm interested in selling.
Best,
Scott
On Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 9:55:23 AM UTC-5 fra...@gmail.com wrote:
> Exciting, I can’t wait to see it built up! I definitely double and
> probably
Exciting, I can’t wait to see it built up! I definitely double and probably
triple checked on seatpost sizing. A 27.2 would have been really cool but I
don’t find any need for my old titanium post on the Susie, it rides
smoother than anything.
Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the Gus! I
The frame safely arrived yesterday. It’s huge. The color is beautiful. I would have picked orange had the choice been available but now I’m happy with mermaid. The fork is on and the bottom bracket is in. I had forgotten how easy 9 speed cassettes install. 12 speed is such a pain. Tonight I want
I wish I had tried flat bars (or nitto wavies) on the romanceur before I
sold it. I did appreciate it's slow speed maneuverability, especially while
climbing. it may have been a good compromise to drop bars vs swept backs!
Maybe it would have mitigated some of the front wheel lifting off bumps
Apparently, this is all subjective, because I felt just the opposite!
The Clem was so long, much longer than what I’d been used to mountain
biking for 30+ years. The trails here are fairly chunky, and maneuvering
around rocks and/or high-centering became issues. I thought I’d adapt, but
RE those comparing Romanceurs and Rivs
I loved my (XL disc) Romanceur - but have a bad shoulder / neck. I couldn't
run drops. It didn't handle that well with upright bars IMO. The short
wheelbase makes it hop and wheelie a lot climbing. I love climbing. It
rode amazing with a shortish stem
Triples are my fave.
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 3:14:06 PM UTC-8 jacob...@gmail.com wrote:
> It’s the Mermaid color. They only had one in stock so the decision was
> pretty easy.
>
> Right now I’ll be going 3x9. I bought a NOS Ritchey triple recently to put
> on my Long Haul Trucker
It’s the Mermaid color. They only had one in stock so the decision was pretty easy. Right now I’ll be going 3x9. I bought a NOS Ritchey triple recently to put on my Long Haul Trucker but it’ll be going on the Gus. I could see going 2x9 or 2x10 at some point. White Industries makes some really nice
Score! REO Speedwagon once asked, "Should I follow my head or follow my
heart?" The heart wins!!!
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 2:41:13 PM UTC-8 jacob...@gmail.com wrote:
> Thanks for all the replies. I ended up going with a Gus. C Cycles out of
> Montreal had a frame in stock. I've been
Welcome to the Gus / Susie gang! Looking forward to seeing yours built up,
and hearing your thoughts on how you like it!
On Tue, Nov 15, 2022 at 6:00 PM Ryan Frahm wrote:
> Sounds great! You will not be disappointed!
>
> On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 2:45:00 PM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote:
Sounds great! You will not be disappointed!
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 2:45:00 PM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote:
> Awesome!!! Which color is your Gus, Jacob? Very much looking forward to
> seeing it built up. What sorta gearing you have in mind?
>
> On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 2:41:13
What size, Jacob? XL? Do they have another one?!?!
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 03:41:18 PM MST, Jacob Byard
wrote:
Thanks for all the replies. I ended up going with a Gus. C Cycles out of
Montreal had a frame in stock. I've been eyeing parts for the build all day. My
parts
Awesome!!! Which color is your Gus, Jacob? Very much looking forward to
seeing it built up. What sorta gearing you have in mind?
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 2:41:13 PM UTC-8 jacob...@gmail.com wrote:
> Thanks for all the replies. I ended up going with a Gus. C Cycles out of
> Montreal had
Thanks for all the replies. I ended up going with a Gus. C Cycles out of
Montreal had a frame in stock. I've been eyeing parts for the build all
day. My parts stash is pretty full so hopefully things will come together
quickly on the build. Thanks again for the help!
On Monday, November 14,
Country roads, sounds like the Platypus would be perfect. The Gus/Susie
really is nice for washboard, and rough off-road rides, but rides great on
the roads too. I have a large Susie, and I'm running Rene Herse tires, and
I'm impressed with the responsiveness. It's very plush! Kind of wish I'd
Thanks I’ll stop hijacking this thread and ask for more advice on a
separate one.
On Monday, November 14, 2022 at 8:38:48 AM UTC-5 Hoch in ut wrote:
> I’m running Albatross currently it works well but I am looking for
> something with a little less rise and sweep. I may have to just bend my
I’m running Albatross currently it works well but I am looking for
something with a little less rise and sweep. I may have to just bend my
Albatross out a little and call it good.
The bike itself is awesome. Coming from a Clem, which was too heavy duty
for me, this bike feels more springy
What bars are you running on the Romanceur? I was about to start a similar
thread looking for advice and one of my shortlist choices was the
Romanceur..so curious about your set up.
On Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 8:32:37 PM UTC-5 Hoch in ut wrote:
> I’d agree Gus is not the right bike.
Jacob,
If you've been called by the Gus for a couple of years, find a Gus!
I don't see a reason in your post even for why you have shortlisted the
Platypus too, though it would be an excellent bike for the riding riding. I
wanted a mermaid Gus. I then wanted an Atlantis. Both got away from
Jacob,
The heart wants what the heart wants. Lugged is very, very nice, but the
fillets on the Gus are pretty af. Plus, having the option to monster truck
it later is nice. That’s one reason I adore my MIT Atlantis: versatility.
On Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 6:16:55 PM UTC-8
I love the Romanceur but can’t do low trail anymore. I had a crash last year and can no longer ride drops. I seem to notice the way low trail handles now and it doesn’t inspire confidence. It’s a shame too because I have a beautiful rando bag. The Romanceur would be a perfect fit for me.
Mack, thanks for the stats and the pic, cool build! Has me thinking I want
to trade my Appaloosa in for a Platy now, hmmm.
-Danny
On Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 7:32:37 PM UTC-6 Hoch in ut wrote:
> I’d agree Gus is not the right bike. Neither is a Clem. Riv rates them the
> same, as far
I’d agree Gus is not the right bike. Neither is a Clem. Riv rates them the
same, as far as durability.
There’s been some good suggestions already.
I’d offer a non-Riv option: Crust Romanceur. Light, lugged frame. 853
steel. 650b x 2.4” clearance. In my opinion, perfect for the ride that you
The Platy is probably the more logical choice for what you describe but
either will be great and I think you want a Gus. Find one, buy it!
On Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 5:55:02 AM UTC-8 jacob...@gmail.com wrote:
> I've got the new bike itch and have shortlisted a Gus or possibly a
>
It's for sure overkill. I've got a Surly Bridge Club so it's kind of a
Clem. The Susie is probably a little too light weight for me. Technically I
would be in the limits but with a load I'd be over. I've also got a ton of
1-1/8" stems so I'd save some money and be able to quickly dial in my
Gus owner here. For the type of riding you’re describing, I would think a Platy would be the better choice. Gus is overbuilt and suited for fat, chunkier tires to handle rougher terrain. You mentioned not liking the super upright position, and the Gus (with swept back bars) IS super upright. That
The Gus seems a little bit overbuilt for the type of riding you describe.
For what you described I would go with the slightly lighter built Susie or
a Clem.
On Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 8:55:02 AM UTC-5 jacob...@gmail.com wrote:
> I've got the new bike itch and have shortlisted a Gus or
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