I didn't like fenders on the FloCycle because I think they take away from the sexy rear end curves that frame has. The regular SK frame are much like regular frames, so I took advantage of it and tried out my triple ducktail fenders.
SaltHammer Savannah Sand Flats Silver King (1935 Monark Silver King) - Aug01 FINISHED! What A Blast!
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I didn't like fenders on the FloCycle because I think they take away from the sexy rear end curves that frame has. The regular SK frame are much like regular frames, so I took advantage of it and tried out my triple ducktail fenders.
I think you are right. I pulled up these two picks and flipped back and forth to see the difference. I do think the "racktank" fits the regular SK frame better.
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I was skeptical at the first suggestion, but once the custom parts were transferred from one bike to the other, it kinda grows on you. I take it you'll swap the cranks and other modern parts, as well? No argument that this is a better solution than to start again with the Higgins frame.
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Don't know what I'm doing, gonna do it anyway.
The rack tank does fit better on the new frame, not as much tube sticking out of the ends. I think you've got something here.
For the record, and I think I've already told you. But my wife and I enjoyed the ride around Savannah.
For the record, and I think I've already told you. But my wife and I enjoyed the ride around Savannah.
Shame about the crack King, glad you had a suitable back-up though!
Luke.
Luke.
As I said on fb, you've got a strong bench! That's a 6th man any coach would love to have!
not quite the same stance , but still very cool with tones of potential
That's a great plan. Lets you stay more true to the original path.
Oh man! That really bites! I'm sorry to hear this, at least you had a backup frame.
Riding with y'all was a treat for me too. I enjoyed checking out rELEVENt Setback and the camaraderie. I love my city and it was fun being able to share it. Glad I was part of the RS Grand Tour!
Wow what a nightmare. Lucky it didn't get much worse. Good luck on the new version. Still a fabulous build hope to see more
Bummer about the repair breaking: inevitable really. Good thing is, the tube can be replaced and the frame brought back out at some point. Keep going..
Played around a little with the Flo and the SK today.
Stripped most of the parts off of the FloCycle.
Took the skiptooth cranks and chain from the Silver King. I'm not sure if I am going to go with the modern redline cranks anymore. I'm leaning towards a Monark paisley with dogleg that I have.
Took the bike outside and tested my WF skirtguard on it. We'll see if it sticks or not. If I go with it, I may forego a chainguard and just have cutouts for the chain to slide through. Undecided right now.
The fenders will probably get some different paint other than black.
Stripped most of the parts off of the FloCycle.
Took the skiptooth cranks and chain from the Silver King. I'm not sure if I am going to go with the modern redline cranks anymore. I'm leaning towards a Monark paisley with dogleg that I have.
Took the bike outside and tested my WF skirtguard on it. We'll see if it sticks or not. If I go with it, I may forego a chainguard and just have cutouts for the chain to slide through. Undecided right now.
The fenders will probably get some different paint other than black.
Put the longhorn cross bars on and tested the light again
While in my shop the cool selzer bottle caught my eye. I've always thought this would make a cool tank, but another idea popped in my head.
Who knows if this idea will stick either, but I had to capture it while it was in my head.
While in my shop the cool selzer bottle caught my eye. I've always thought this would make a cool tank, but another idea popped in my head.
Who knows if this idea will stick either, but I had to capture it while it was in my head.
I like the more elongated shape of your bottle. Here's a thought....could you cut it in half and pierce the bottle with the head tube to pull it back into the frame a bit more?
aw man, that's a tough break...hate when that happens.
But there's 'something' about this look here that is really cool.
I'd pursue that some, I'll tell ya. LOVE IT>
I think I like this look as much as, maybe even a little better than the orig.
Kingfish, you'll persevere....you're the fastest swapper- outer of parts that I've seen yet.
franco
But there's 'something' about this look here that is really cool.
I'd pursue that some, I'll tell ya. LOVE IT>
I think I like this look as much as, maybe even a little better than the orig.
Kingfish, you'll persevere....you're the fastest swapper- outer of parts that I've seen yet.
franco
