90s MTB frame turned into an adventure/gravel/touring/do-it-all bike.
Frame:
Muddy Fox Pathfinder [56cm C-C, Tange MTB]
Fork/Headset:
Muddy Fox // Velo Orange
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
IRD Defiant [175mm] // Shimano BB-UN55 [118mm]
Pedals:
MVTE Reach
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Shimano Deore XT CS-M8000 cassette [11-40] // IRD chainrings [46/30] // Shimano CN-HG601-11 chain
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano Deore XT RD-M8000 rear derailleur [SGS] // Shimano 105 FD-R7000 front derailleur // microSHIFT BS-M11 bar end shifters [2-/3-/11-speed Shimano MTB]
Saddle/Seatpost:
Gilles Berthoud Aspin // Kalloy Uno [ø26.4mm]
Brakes:
Shimano Deore XT BR-T780 brakes // Cane Creek Drop V brake levers
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Ryde Andra 40 rim [26"] // Shimano 105 HB-5800 hub [32h] // DT Competition spokes // Panaracer GravelKing SK tyre [2.1"]
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Ryde Andra 40 rim [26"] // Shimano 105 FH-5800 hub [32h] // DT Competition spokes // Panaracer GravelKing SK tyre [2.1"]
Accessories:
Velo Orange Campeur front rack // Ortlieb Back-Roller Classic panniers // Topeak Midloader frame bag [6L] // Carradice Bagman support // Wit Slingers saddlebag [custom] // Topeak Road Masterblaster frame pump [XL] // Garmin Edge 530 bike computer
Bike History
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Current Stage Info:
Configuration changes all the time, so photos might not be accurate.
Added by Tijs. Last updated almost 2 years ago.
28 Comments
Nice Bike.
Is that the standard velo orange campeur front rack, or is it a bigger one?
I mean the picture where you have put your tent on your front rack.
Posted almost 3 years ago
Also sorry for the late reply.
The rack in the pictures with my tent on it is actually a Pelago Commuter rack. Great little rack, but fancied my panniers a little lower to the ground for stability.
Posted almost 2 years ago
Are the chainstays crimped at all? Just wondering what the differences are between the two frames if any!
Posted almost 4 years ago
I don't they they are crimped. Wondered what the differences were myself too.
Posted almost 4 years ago
Amazing build!
I’m curious how the clearances are at the rear for a 2.3? I just bought a courier comp but am unsure whether a 2.3 would fit!
Posted almost 4 years ago
These tyres are not actually 2.3", although it's printed on them. They measure 53mm (2.1") on 25mm internal width rims. And that's about the biggest I would try to fit in there.
Posted almost 4 years ago
Wow this is lovely. Got one of these frames myself recently, I also owned one of these 30years ago..!
How do I work out what wheelset, and whether it could be an 10s or even 11s?
I'm hoping to build up an alternative commuter with the widest gears and largest slick tyres I can.. thanks.
Posted over 4 years ago
Thanks! And cool that you got one too.
Rear dropout spacing is 130mm I think, so just choose a wheelset with a 130mm rear hub, and you're dandy. 10 or 11 speed is up to you, it doesn't depend on the frame in that way. Good luck!
Posted over 4 years ago
Where is this?
Great Solid Bike!
Posted about 8 years ago
Thanks!
Well, it went on a tour through France, so never more than one night in the same spot!
Posted about 8 years ago
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emilknaster says:
just plain radness* . one question: how are the v-brakes with the braking levers? thanks!!!
Posted over 2 years ago
Tijs says:
Sorry for the late reply. The braking is excellent, far better than cantis in my opinion.
The Cane Creek drop bar levers are V-brake specific (long pull), so they work great.
Posted almost 2 years ago