[SOLD]

SOLDLet me start off by saying that this bike rode great and if I could justify having two full suspension bikes, it would not be for sale. I bought the frame last spring and built it over the summer. It was ridden about 100 miles and though fairly light(27.5lbs with XO eagle and a lightish wheel/tire combo) and an overall great riding bike, the other longer travel bike worked better for most of the riding I do right now.

Comes with a DUB bb and a Cane Creek 110 headset. $1250 shipped to the lower 48 via bike flights.

Overall, great condition aside from a minor scuff on the top tube(shown in last pic.) Has some clear-film paint protect around the head tube that I can remove if you'd like. More pictures are available upon request.

Also have a 125mm Reverb Stealth with button style remote, also with about 100 miles on it, that I would sell for $125.

Bike could be sold complete, various parts available. Shoot me a PM for more info.

Thanks for checking out this post!
-Tom

I’m in for the 300 this year! 2018 was my first attempt and I missed the finish due to severe dehydration, but learned a ton about everything and I can’t wait to complete the race next year!

SOLD!
















Very good condition Salsa Fargo for sale. Most parts on this bike have been changed from stock. The only original parts left are the handlebars, seatpost and the (unused) seat. Drivetrain is SRAM XO 2x10 with S700 hydraulic shifter/brakelevers. Chain, cassette, chainrings, brake pads and brake rotors have fewer than 500 miles of use. Wheels are hand built with velocity blunt ss rims, dt Swiss race comp spokes, a Shimano XTR rear hub and Schmidt Son front dyno hub. The front hub currently sends power to a USB charger but could easily power a headlight. Headset and bottom bracket are both from Chris King. I am a bicycle mechanic and have always taken good care of this bike. When the bike was rebuilt, the frame was treated with jp wiegel frame saver and the bottom bracket shell and head tube were properly prepped before installation of the bottom bracket and headset. I have multiple stems to choose from depending on where you need the bars. Frame bag, anything cages, Salsa ti post, brooks b17 ti saddle and rear rack are available if you are interested.

More pictures can be found at: https://vermont.craigslist.org/bik/6160643930.html

Pricing on a build like this is difficult and I think an asking price of $1750 plus shipping is fair but I'm willing to listen to reasonable offers.

Feel free to contact me at thomws2@gmail.com with any questions and thanks for taking the time to look at this ad!

Calgary to Banff via bike. Someone have a gpx track of the best route to ride from airport to Banff? Is there a bike path along the HWY?


Thanks

I am also curious about this. What route have others taken in the past?  Any way using most dirt than pavement?

I'm leaving right now for the northern terminus of the route, will begin tomorrow morning fairly early. Goal is sub 3 days, I'll let you guys know how it turns out when I get back from d2r2.

Thank you to Wil, Dave and all of the others who put the time in to make the route.

Best,
Tom

Wil,

I just(last night) joined the bike packing chapter of VMBA. What are the next steps I need to take to gain access to the course map? I'd love to do the route the week before D2R2.

Thanks,
Tom S.
St. Johnsbury

I rode 30 miles back to course
Flew to town
Back on race course
Bike has issue
Chainring


Got one shipped to wise River
Was my only option

Feel amazing
Best riding ever uphill today

Thx all
U guys and gals rule

Awesome! So glad you decided to keep going!

There is a post over on mtbr that talks about the outer diameters of all of the various fat and (x)plus size tires. Clif notes: 29+ is pretty darn close to 26x5. So your ICT's handling should be minimally affected. The only other (subjective) downside is the wider crankset vs. a purpose built 29+.

Either way, your tip sounds like a great adventure. Have fun on whatever bike you ride.

Are two disc/record/cassette sets cheating? If not, my "one" album would be The Beastie Boys Anthology... close runner-up would be One From the Vault from the Grateful Dead.

Agreed Fatcloud!! Anytime I hear the term 'putting in notice' I get all itchy.

Same here. Looking forward to pics and stories from the OP's adventure!

Hello,

I'm Tom. Currently living in Brunswick, Maine while my wife is finishing grad-school. After she graduates and we find a (semi?)permanent place to live, I'll have some time explore our new home. I'll also be embarking on a career change that will allow for nice long bike trips on a somewhat frequent basis.

Hope you all won't mind my newb questions at fisrt; I promise to positively contribute as I learn.

-Tom