I'm after something very specific based on what I've been enjoying and am trying to find something stock to avoid custom prices... any ideas?
The bike I'm after is:
- Steel
- Hardtail
- Accommodates at least 29 or 27.5+
- Works well with a rigid fork
- Belt drive compatible
- Disc brake compatible
- Flat bar compatible
- Geometry that suits touring
The only bikes I've found that tick most of these boxes are the Shand Bahookie Single, Spot Rocker SS, and the new Salsa Fargo (but it's optimized for drop bars). I was looking at the Soma Juice as well but I read many posts on different forums citing frame strength issues with that bike. I would prefer to just buy a frame and sort it out with all of my own component choices but am open to a complete bike as well.
So far I'd say the Spot Rocker SS looks like the best option save the more aggressive frame geometry.
If anyone here can give me some other ideas / suggestions I'd be a very happy boy. Gracias all!