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Thinking of buying this bike
Hey guys, i stumbled upon this bike for 1400$, this would be my first backpacking bike. Just wanted to hear your opinion on the specs and is it worth it for that price, thank you!
Salsa Fargo "Cream Scheme" – Build Specs
- Frame: Salsa Fargo, "Cream Scheme" edition, size M (18", 55cm top tube), Kung Fu CroMoly tubing.
- Configuration: Mullet setup (29" front / 27.5" rear).
- Front Wheel: 29" rim with Shimano DH-3D32 Dynamo hub.
- Rear Wheel: 27.5" rim with Hope Pro 2 Evo hub (standard freehub, XD-compatible for AXS upgrades).
- Tires: Onza Porcupine 2.4 (White edition).
- Drivetrain: Shimano Deore XT M8000 series.
- Cassette: 11-46T, 11-speed.
- Brakes: Avid BB7 MTN mechanical disc brakes with Avid levers.
- Handlebars: On-One Geoff (alt-bar/loop bar) with Brooks Cambium grips.
- Headset: ControlTech.
- Lighting: Busch & Muller IQ front light with custom mount.
- Saddle: Brooks B17.
- Seatpost: Ritchey Pro.
- Pedals: Shimano EF202.
- Extras: Token Titanium QRs, multiple H2O and "anything cage" mounts, includes various cargo cages.
- Bonus: Additional 29" front wheel (Hope hub + E*Thirteen rim) included.
u/stargazer140 — 13 hours ago