Upcoming 2025 ORBO/SWBO - who’s in?

[ingola]

Yes

The big Summer build off is the only one that restricts you to one entry per category. All others are wide open you could have 50 entries if you wanted.

@Wildcat is crazy enough to finish all 50 he probably has more finished build than anyone on here. Way to go wildcat

 

[ingola]

I think @Otto (Spelled Backwards) should pull out one of his toys for this one

 

[GTHOtrod]

I've got some big plans for a big ripper build, plus a mini velo build from an old mtb also

 

[Pondo]

I've got some big plans for a big ripper build, plus a mini velo build from an old mtb also

That's a couple of great projects! I've been thinking about building a mini velo out of an old BMX bike. Probably not for this next build off but who knows.

 

[Captain Awesome]

I've got some big plans for a big ripper build, plus a mini velo build from an old mtb also

That's a couple of great projects! I've been thinking about building a mini velo out of an old BMX bike. Probably not for this next build off but who knows.

Throw me in the contemplating a mini velo as well

 

[Pondo]

Throw me in the contemplating a mini velo as well

I've been doing a lot of research on them, they're so cool. I really like the Velo Orange Neutrino but it's , need to find a low budget alternative.

 

[Captain Awesome]

I've been doing a lot of research on them, they're so cool. I really like the Velo Orange Neutrino but it's , need to find a low budget alternative.

Several frame and fork options on AliExpress if you wanted to try

I think I may build one

 

[twojs.bike]

Mini velo sounds interesting. I don’t know much about them. I assume you need a special frame?

I’m itching to get something started. I guess I can start dissembling and hunting for parts. I may have two entries for the ORBO.

 

[Pondo]

Several frame and fork options on AliExpress if you wanted to try

I think I may build one

I've been eye-balling those too. I also really dig the Bike Friday bikes, also spendy

Mini velo sounds interesting. I don’t know much about them. I assume you need a special frame?

I’m itching to get something started. I guess I can start dissembling and hunting for parts. I may have two entries for the ORBO.

We'll have to start a mini velo ideas thread. My idea so far is a touring style bike built from a BMX bike with derailleurs.

 

[Captain Awesome]

I've been eye-balling those too. I also really dig the Bike Friday bikes, also spendy



We'll have to start a mini velo ideas thread. My idea so far is a touring style bike built from a BMX bike with derailleurs.

https://ratrodbikes.com/threads/120-tooth-mini-velo.81029/

 

[Pondo]

https://ratrodbikes.com/threads/120-tooth-mini-velo.81029/

Sweet, that’s good stuff!

 

[Wildcat]

@Wildcat is crazy enough to finish all 50 he probably has more finished build than anyone on here. Way to go wildcat

I have nothing else on my agenda, except food and naptime!

 

[twojs.bike]

I have nothing else on my agenda, except food and naptime!

My hero!

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Considering this Worksman as a klunker build

Yes, it's perfect for a klunker. The wheel set is a big part of the weight. They used the heaviest gauge of spokes in steel rims. You'll find a lot of weight savings there, but it still won't be lightweight.

We'll have to start a mini velo ideas thread. My idea so far is a touring style bike built from a BMX bike with derailleurs.

Hehehe I'll just drop this off here. started life as a Kona Honzo

 

[dropstep]

I got two bikes left in the basement to build because I haven’t bought or sold anything all summer. Think I’ll rebuild the skinny wheel bike and save the last frame for summer.

 

[metalchewy]

I have a monark built higgins that I'm seriously thinking about building in the ORBO.

Considering the lost time in the STBO/MBBO, We'll see if life things slow down to the point I can get it done. Then may consider a shelby middleweight for the skinny

I think it's a 52.

Have a red or a yellow 2 speed to pick from...

 

[twojs.bike]

You inspired me. I just bought a bendix 2 speed on eBay. Was a reasonable price and I always wanted one. Will likely end up making a showing in the ORBO. Although I have a few other hubs to choose from.

 

[GTHOtrod]

I've been eye-balling those too. I also really dig the Bike Friday bikes, also spendy



We'll have to start a mini velo ideas thread. My idea so far is a touring style bike built from a BMX bike with derailleurs.

I'm looking at a build more along the lines of a Moosegoose

 

[Wildcat]

Moosegoose has it's own webpage!

https://www.vintagemongoose.com/products/moosegoose.php

 

[GTHOtrod]

Moosegoose has it's own webpage!

https://www.vintagemongoose.com/products/moosegoose.php

That's cool