‘Cross Upgrades?
Since the above photo was taken, the only real changes to the bike have been the loss of the water bottle cage, and a switch to TRP CR950 carbon cantilever brakes. (The Avid Shorty 6s went onto the Surly Cross-Check commuter.)
I’ve been thinking about making some minor changes to it for the upcoming season — cutting it down to a 1×10 drivetrain and changing the front chainring size to a 42. This would reduce the amount of chain droppage, lighten it (only slightly), and resolve the weird gear spacing I have going with my 50-34 front combo. Also, I need new tires that will allow me to run lower tire pressure without the risk of pinch flats (which have been somewhat common on the Conti Twisters I have on there now). I’ve been told Michelin Mud2 rubber is the way to go.
