I am thinking about purchasing a V2/K frame and a conversion kit and cannibalize my Trek 7.3 29er for components. Can anyone help me with this? Is this a good way to go or not? If so, will I run into problems on the front trying to use a 700c wheel? Not many used bikes in North Carolina to buy. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Build up with V2/K frame
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Andrew 1973
Zen MBB Master
V2/K
What part of NC are you in? I am sure you're aware that Cruzbike has its US office in NC also! Aside from that, I live in Columbia, SC and would be happy to answer your questions or even provide an introduction to MBB on a Silvio.
I think the V2/K is a great way to start. I think there is no reason 700C won't work, as Sofriders which have the same base frame have been successfully converted to 700C.
What part of NC are you in? I am sure you're aware that Cruzbike has its US office in NC also! Aside from that, I live in Columbia, SC and would be happy to answer your questions or even provide an introduction to MBB on a Silvio.
I think the V2/K is a great way to start. I think there is no reason 700C won't work, as Sofriders which have the same base frame have been successfully converted to 700C.
Thanks! I live in Snow Hill
Thanks! I live in Snow Hill which is about a couple of hours from SC border. I commute a 24 mile trip but end up with sore rear end after about 6-7 miles and have tried to correct this problem but I can't. So, I am going to try a recumbent and I really like the cruzebike. What problems do you see in switching parts to this type bike?
Thanks! I live in Snow Hill which is about a couple of hours from SC border. I commute a 24 mile trip but end up with sore rear end after about 6-7 miles and have tried to correct this problem but I can't. So, I am going to try a recumbent and I really like the cruzebike. What problems do you see in switching parts to this type bike?
Charles.Plager
Recumbent Quant
People have successfully
People have successfully built 700 c conversions before (29" tires use the same rims (622) as 700 c tires) . What I don't know is whether or not you'll have any issues getting the fork to work (I'm not familiar with the trek model), but your plan is sound.
Note that you won't be able to use disc brakes on the front with a conversion.
People have successfully built 700 c conversions before (29" tires use the same rims (622) as 700 c tires) . What I don't know is whether or not you'll have any issues getting the fork to work (I'm not familiar with the trek model), but your plan is sound.
Note that you won't be able to use disc brakes on the front with a conversion.
Andrew 1973
Zen MBB Master
CB123
Is your commute 24 miles round trip or is that each way? I used to commute 27 miles round-trip and that was comfortable without feeling I was overdoing it.
The Cruzbike will definitely alleviate the soreness issues.
I think the disc brake tabs on your fork will create interference with the Cruzbike brackets that must be mounted to it. If this is correct, you will have to either cut off the tabs (which I don't like to do) or buy a replacement fork without tabs. You would lose the front suspension, but a road fork is a good option. If you choose this route, look for a fork made of steel or maybe alloy, just don't buy carbon -- it's not recommended due to the point-load of the brackets and jubilee clamps.
Finally, like Charles said, disc brakes will not work with the V2/K conversion.
Is your commute 24 miles round trip or is that each way? I used to commute 27 miles round-trip and that was comfortable without feeling I was overdoing it.
The Cruzbike will definitely alleviate the soreness issues.
I think the disc brake tabs on your fork will create interference with the Cruzbike brackets that must be mounted to it. If this is correct, you will have to either cut off the tabs (which I don't like to do) or buy a replacement fork without tabs. You would lose the front suspension, but a road fork is a good option. If you choose this route, look for a fork made of steel or maybe alloy, just don't buy carbon -- it's not recommended due to the point-load of the brackets and jubilee clamps.
Finally, like Charles said, disc brakes will not work with the V2/K conversion.
Charles.Plager
Recumbent Quant
The conversion kit comes with
The conversion kit comes with the braces needed to get the wider wheel to fit.
The conversion kit comes with the braces needed to get the wider wheel to fit.
