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Yes, indeed. Most rear rack panniers have a stiff backing to keep the bags away from the rear wheel.

https://forum.cruzbike.com/threads/paris-brest-paris-2023.14938/#post-179198 Here's another potentially helpful thread. I put a rear rack on my S30, which shares the same rear end as the Silvio 2.0.

I have over 40 local KOMs with my V20 and V20c, and I've always felt a little bad about it because of the advantage I have on this bike. A few years ago I inadvertently took the KOM for the last 30 miles of our local century (I was just riding my ride, and had no idea there was a segment called...

Welcome aboard! The beauty of the S40 is that it can do most kinds of riding at least pretty well, and is perhaps the best choice for someone just switching over from faster df road riding. Once you're over the learning curve, you should be able to at least match your df speeds, if not exceed...

For me, it was about repeated outings. They didn't need to be long, but each outing rewired my brain just a little more than the last one. Eventually, over a span of time, it became natural. But yeah, it sure wasn't at first. Enjoy the process. It's strangely satisfying.

All of the above options are solid suggestions, to which I will add the Praxis Zayante carbon crank, which is moderately priced, goes down to 155mm, and is available either with or without rings. It also looks like it uses a standard three-bolt spider mount, meaning that you should be able to...

I had a similar issue finding a QR for my S30, with 135mm hub spacing (the same setup that you describe). The Hope Fatsno QR skewer, 141mm length is perfect, with the threads reaching just to the end of the nut, as they should. The mechanism is smooth and nicely built. The stock CB skewer was...

My purely anecdotal experience: I went from 20.5mm internal rim spacing with 25mm Scwhalbe Pro Ones on my V20, to 21mm internal rim spacing (so about the same) with 30mm Pro Ones on my V20c. Both bikes are wicked-fast, with the V20c edging out the V20 by a slim margin, which I attribute mostly...

One thing I like about Cruzbikers is that they are resourceful and find their own way that works best for them and what they're doing. This makes sense, since it takes some bravery and independence of thought to diverge from the DF paradigm in the first place. We look forward to updates as you...

So true about there being previous discussions (this forum runs deep). I just searched "oval chainrings" and came up with four pages of threads. Easily a whole day of rabbit-hole spelunking for those who are up for it.

My understanding of how oval rings work, which could be totally wrong, is that just as you are heading into the power portion of the pedal stroke (what for me is around 1 o'clock), the chain should be at the tallest portion of the oval. Then you spend the power stroke pulling that tallest...

The hydroform-framed, full suspension Silvios, like the 2.0, have a 27-degree seat angle. The last in that line, the S30, has a seat angle right around 33 degrees (which is probably the difference between the 2.0 having the added stack height of the front suspension, and the S30 having no front...

When I had a S40, I did use the headrest for longer rides, and didn't mind it for shorter commutes. I don't know what brand of helmet you are using, but I solved my dang-this-helmet! issue by switching to the Lazer brand, which places the retention knob at the top of the helmet rather than in...

All good advice. Much of it has already been said here on the forum, but as a scatter, and perhaps buried under layers of threads. Much of it is searchable (for those who have the patience), but I think it is good to occasionally to bring it all back together as a kind of refresh, as...

@CruzinCambridge Your S30 can also accept a rear rack, giving you the option to use (and easily remove) regular panniers. I went with the Tubus Airy Ti because I liked it's low weight, high strength, and more minimalist, tucked in profile. It is a bit pricey for a rack, but I tend to take a...

Your goals are inspiring. I have been on a V20 for seven years, and an S30 (same as yours) for almost six years. My approach to bike fit is highly untechnical, and driven almost entirely by trial-and-error and feel. For me, the most important setting is where to put the bb (while using 160mm...

Ah. Being in Germany does add a layer, for sure. Yes, contact CB directly and they will set you up. For me, their customer support has been excellent.

You will most likely notice a difference, but I also think that the differences will be subtle at most. As a shorter rider, I used the shortest chainstay on both my V20 and S30, which put my bb on both bikes right about where yours is in the pic. The S30 was only ever slightly slower than the...

A flared bar helps to keep the shifters tucked in while still giving the hands and fingers some space apart from the knees as they come whirling through. Put another way, the flare puts the shift lever at such an angle, pointing outward, that when you throw the lever inward you won't be be...

One thing I like about Cruzbikes is how many down-the-rabbit-hole questions there are. Handlebar choice is one of them. There are seemingly dozens of possibilities, and riders find their way to what works best for them over time, some trial and error, and asking around, just as you're doing...