SPIEZ Build 2016 #30/50

[Alex C]

Hi all,

I am really glad I found this site. I am attempting my first build. Any input is welcome. My plan is to run 26 inch wheels with a 8 speed Alfina suicide shifter. I reached out to Gates Belt Drives to see if that is an option. They are releasing longer belts for a new line of industrial long bikes. Ill post what I find out.

all the best,
Alex

 

[Alex C]

 

[pholTmonx]

Wasn't expecting this after the first attempt intro... Welcome killer

 

[pholTmonx]

How dose that thing steer with it raked like that? Defiantly an extreme design approach

 

[LukeTheJoker]

Some nice lines there!

How dose that thing steer with it raked like that? Defiantly an extreme design approach

Looks like the trail has been built into the forks nicely, should ride fine, but as with all big rake bikes, might need a large turning circle...

Luke.

 

[pholTmonx]

Sorry not saying can't, was just asking how well
I'm not averted to funky geometry was honestly curious... Be cool see the front hangers, that would dictate how raked out it is...
Looks crazy at the headtube.

 

[Alex C]

How dose that thing steer with it raked like that? Defiantly an extreme design approach

We shall see, I expect it will ride great in a strait line.

 

[pholTmonx]

Mutch like mutch respect good attitude!!

 

[LukeTheJoker]

We shall see, I expect it will ride great in a strait line.

Looks good to me!

Sorry not saying can't, was just asking how well

All good, that is one of the things I look for on any long fork build too!

Luke.

 

[Alex C]

Arrived today, the build begins.

 

[OneHorsePower]

Very cool ! ill be folowing

 

[c1run1]

Hey Alex ! we met the other day ! Welcome to the forum . I'll be watching for sure .
Joe

 

[Alex C]

Peek cycle Double Evil bars. Should be here in a couple of weeks. Im pretty excited.

 

[Alex C]

Looks like the frame needs a bit of TLC before paint. Lots of excess brazing around the logo's. The only way to fix it is to heat em up and remove. Re sand and re apply with a strong adhesive.

 

[OneHorsePower]

Looks like the frame needs a bit of TLC before paint. Lots of excess brazing around the logo's. The only way to fix it is to heat em up and remove. Re sand and re apply with a strong adhesive.

sanding the surounding with a dremel would not do the job ?

 

[Alex C]

sanding the surounding with a dremel would not do the job ?

Yes im sure your right however, im having the frame professionally painted. The logos have a lot of Sharp angles and points that removing them and sand blasting would have a more professional look. The logos are painted as well in a anodized red color. beyond my skills.

 

[Alex C]

Yes im sure your right however, im having the frame professionally painted. The logos have a lot of Sharp angles and points that removing them and sand blasting would have a more professional look. The logos are painted as well in a anodized red color. beyond my skills.

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[OneHorsePower]

ah i see , going 2tones

 

[Alex C]

Down to Pedals and paint.

 

[Alex C]

I ran into my first problem. The hope headset did not fit at the race. Switched to FSA headset and fit perfectly. 108.00 down the drain. to be expected i quess