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^ I would say yes.. though we don't seem to have any. We have the brake hose grommet but no dynamo wire cover. I need to look into what's in the parts box that has the guard mount in it but I doubt they're there. We'll order some in and make available to owners, will update here. Bit of a double whammy of some office changes and spares/slow lines clearances last half of 2019 and that's one that slipped sorry.
Cheers Jameso, will keep an eye on this thread. Still loving the X btw!
James that would be amazing. Of course if anyone wants the QR set more than happy to give them away as have no use to them.
Will PM you James, may well save my skin in the middle of Patagonia in March!
Has anyone got feedback on the Arkose A8? Wondering how the Alfine is on a gravel bike? I've heard they are really heavy - is that the case here? Mynother option is the R1.
I’ve heard they are really heavy – is that the case here?
Heavy as a hub, about the same or a bit less than a Deore 3x9 as a drivetrain from what I remember. The weight on the rear axle does change how the bike feels and whether that's a negative depends on how you ride - it's less of an issue on a gravel bike than an MTB ime (not hopping/jumping etc) and the bigger the tyre the less you notice it.
@dmw536 - not had a PM with your post address for the hanger?
So...I've joined the club! Arkose R2 on sale for £810 plus being able to use C2W made it too much of a bargain to miss.
Just waiting for my C2W voucher to be processed. Has anyone managed to get an 11-40 cassette to work with the Ultegra RX800? I know Shimano are a bit conservative with their ranges for derailleurs so interested in any real world experience. Planning on using it loaded for a couple of 'hilly' trips.
Hello
Anyone tried SKS Speedrockers on a Pinnacle?
I have an Arkose 3 2018, currently running with 700x38 Vittoria Revolutions. The mudguards I'm using are a PITA for various reasons, so I'm looking to change. The Speedrockers are laughably expensive, but tick most of my other boxes - I just wish the rest extended bit further towards the bottom bracket.
@jameso
I've had the Arkose for just over a year, and it's by far my most ridden bike. Thanks, that's some good work you did there.
My GF has just bought herself an Arkose D1 in the sale which looks like a great bike. Just going through the mudguard options at the moment, has anyone tried to fit the SKS Bluemels Stingrays 45mm to one? Wondering if it'll be too tight a fit with the front mech (medium frame size) or not quite enough clearance for the 45c tyres.
Wondering if it’ll be too tight a fit with the front mech (medium frame size) or not quite enough clearance for the 45c tyres.
Clearance is ~45mm max w/o guards, or 40mm with. 45mm guards will fit over a 35-40mm tyre. Maybe over a 42mm road tyre. A bit of ingenuity is needed near the FD if you're maxing out the clearances with a bigger guard - heat and deform it at that point, or a cut out can work.
@easily - thanks back, it's great to hear, glad it's working out for you. I love all-roader bikes like this.
Clearance is ~45mm max w/o guards, or 40mm with. 45mm guards will fit over a 35-40mm tyre. Maybe over a 42mm road tyre. A bit of ingenuity is needed near the FD if you’re maxing out the clearances with a bigger guard – heat and deform it at that point, or a cut out can work.
Awesome, that's good to know, thanks Jameso.
I’ve sold my 2015 Arkose 4 today and the guy has just picked up within the last few minutes.
A sad day, but it was getting used the least out of all my bikes as I’ve been pretty much solidly on the road for the last couple for years and when I’ve gone off road it’s been “proper” mountain biking. It seems like it has gone to a good home.
@dougd - was told the other day that someone's had 60mm guards over the Riddler 45s on an Arkose. I expect they had to trim them at the FD area as that's the closest point, and I've not tried it so not sure what kind of gap they got between tyre and guard (might get a mo in workshop in coming week or 2) - just fwiw.
I just picked up a ?2017 womens d1 arkrose secondhand, for the gf. Can anyone please tell me which mudguards work best for a c40mm x 700c tyre? Looking for full length guards. They are the carbon forks with the single mount halfway up the leg and a mount hole under the fork arch. No mount near the front wheel qr dropouts.
Many thanks
@steveo I’d go for 45mm SKS Bluemels .. work well with my 700x37 tyres and fit through the forks.
Has anyone tried 53mm bluemels?
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Has anyone tried 53mm bluemels?
I've not but my guess is they will fit if you make some adaptation to not limit F mech arm when on the outer ring. ie, cut a section out just at that point or indent with help of a hot hair drier. They'll fit the forks for sure. The frame has 55mm+ space between the stays at the shoulder area of a 45mm tyre. You may need to trim the taper to the end tab that fits to the chainstay bridge - so the guard fits there but doesn't sit between the stays themselves.
I have an Arkose 4 2018 and was hoping for advice on cranksets to utilise my 4iiii Ultegra crank power meter. I bought the bike to use for commuting but I’ve started using it for longer rides in winter and would like to see power.
I was thinking about changing the Rival crank for Shimano GRX 42T and using the ultegra 4iiii power meter this way, but I’ve heard it mention that the q factors would be different - is this an issue?
Sorry if this is a daft question! Thanks for any advice.
Got a D3, about a month old.
Looks like the freewheel has gone dicky - a heavy grating noise and then sometimes the freewheel will ‘catch’ as tho its a fixie.
Anyone had similar?
@gordon85 doesn't sond right.. get the shop to have a look, it's easy enough to pop the freehub off - and keep me posted? Thanks.
All sorted, apparently a seal popped off and the freehub got full of shit.
Sounded grindy af.
Anyone know what torque setting is recommended for the seat clamp on the 2020 frame?
Have found I can carry my X upright in my small estate with front wheel off and forks bolted to a fork mount on the folded back seat. However, I'll need to remove the seat post each time so thought about getting a preset torque key, but not sure whether to get a 4nm or 5nm (might need both if I carry the carbon road bike), but what should I use for the Arkose? Cheers
I picked up a D3 a couple of weeks ago. The bike has been great, except for two punctures on the first three rides. 🙂
Does anyone else suffer from rattling 105 shifters? When riding on anything corrugated (e.g. tractor tyre imprints) they start rattling away and are getting a bit annoying.
Any easy fixes?
https://photos.app.goo.gl/ANEsfaQfEjXjJPeLA
Here's my R1. Liking it very much so far after a few short rides. Upgraded the tyres to something I can go off road with and abetter seat for my fat arse.
Anyone know what torque setting is recommended for the seat clamp on the 2020 frame?
Have found I can carry my X upright in my small estate with front wheel off and forks bolted to a fork mount on the folded back seat. However, I’ll need to remove the seat post each time so thought about getting a preset torque key, but not sure whether to get a 4nm or 5nm (might need both if I carry the carbon road bike), but what should I use for the Arkose? Cheers
Missed this earlier sorry. 5Nm will be fine unless using a carbon post, then it'd be worth checking if the post is up to that. But I expect most are designed to take 5Nm plus some over-torque.
The bike has been great, except for two punctures on the first three rides
I bang on about this all the time - it's the Riddlers, they puncture like they're made of tissue paper, and they are tough to get on and off.
I'd swap them for something else as early as possible.
Cheers Jameso , 5nm it is...
I bang on about this all the time – it’s the Riddlers, they puncture like they’re made of tissue paper, and they are tough to get on and off.
I’d swap them for something else as early as possible.
Yep, the Riddlers do seem to be a little delicate. I've set them up tubeless and so far they've been okay. I've got some Panaracers in for when they need replacing.
Here is my Arkose. It doubles up as a commuter with mudguards, a rack and the original wheels running G-One Speed 37s tubeless (smooth and comfy), and a winter road bike in the guise below with 32mm Conti 5k on Scribe duty wheels.
Just recently went to an Ultegre crank to use a powermeter and an oval chainring.
Love it!
I also resorted to trying the Riddlers tubeless - worse than tissue paper, as that is at least easy to get off the rim. Better as tubeless, but do still seem to lose a little air every other ride, probably need to top up the tubeless gunk.
Just wanted to wear them out rather than ditching them - 38mm Gravel Kings sat waiting to go on
I have an Arkose X from 2018. It has the 1x Samox Crankset. Can I replace the samox BB with a shimano XT M800 mountain bb?
or do I need a road specific bb (i.e BBR60) like I would if I had an Arkose with a 105 or Ultegra crankset?
I'd also like to upgrade the FSA Omega Mega Exo 48-32T from my 2018 Arkose 1 - any suggestions?
I emailed FSA to ask their newer 46-30 chainset are compatible with 9 speed, as they say its for 10-11 speed - no reply.
Ideally I would prefer the lighter Shimano GRX 400 Crankset but again unsure of compatibility with 9 speed. I guess I'd need their Front Mech as well.
https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/grx-10-speed/FC-RX600-10.html
I think The only other option is Praxis Alba 2d? - think I recall from a few years ago to say it will work with 9 speed but shifting may not be as smooth..
any suggestions welcome
Looking to change the 42t Rival 1x chainring on my 2019 Arkose X. Need a little help up some of the short steep hills near me, and couldn't see me getting up these fully loaded. Unsure whether to go 38t or 40t, and also whether to try Absolute Black oval direct mount over a Force CX1 replacement ring. Anyone gone down this route with their Arkose X? Anything to watch out for? I'm mindful I often use 42x11 gear on the flat (unloaded), so not sure if 38t would be too much of a drop, but then presume loose gravel climbs will be a lot easier...
^Winston. I replaced my Samox BB on my 2015 Arkose singlespeed (same cranks?) with Shimano XT one.
Can anyone tell me if small Arkose D2 is the right way to go for 5'9" but just 30 inside leg? I can fit med bikes usually, but standover looks a little high on the Arkose.
Also does anyone know if can you pay cash on top of cyclescheme voucher when ordering online?
Thanks.
I'm pretty sure you need a medium. I'm an inch and a half taller than you and on the edge between medium and large
5'9 and 31" leg, medium is fine for me
5'8 and 30" leg, also on medium and its fine
I'm 5.8 29.5 inner on a medium
I'd possibly rather have a small. I fitted a shorter stem though.
I’m 5’8 and ride an Arkose. It suits me fine.
I'm on my second Arkose, both Medium. I'm 5'8 with 31"inseam. Kept the stock 80mm stems on both too. Found the geo super comfy, with only 10mm spacer under the stem.
Thanks all! Sounds like medium will be fine but also small may work as I have fairly short legs. Obviously will try in person if possible although not an option right now where I am.
I bang on about this all the time – it’s the Riddlers, they puncture like they’re made of tissue paper, and they are tough to get on and off.
Yep. I fitted gravelking sk's, which have been much better.
As for sizing, I'm also 5'9" and ride a medium, which has plenty of clearance.
Um, I just realised I forgot the word 'small' in my post, which renders it meaningless. So once again:
I'm 5'8 and ride a SMALL Arkose. I could have gone for a medium - which would be my usual size - but like you I found the standover height a bit much.
I haven't had any problems with the size of the small.