If the XO-2 is longer saddle-to-bars that's better for sweptback. Another benefit on that one is the parts will be more modern and will fit the new bars well with maybe longer cables.
Bridgestone has cult appeal for a reason, just like Surlys or Crusts have cult appeal, because they bring something unique to the table. It's not just hype. If it were an XO-3 or 4 maybe the other would be better?
Among a variety whose abundance surprised me, the ineffably nice Rene Herse Elk Pass (~28 mm tho' labeled 32), the Naches Pass (42, labeled 1.8") and the Rat Trap Pass (~50 I think, tho labeled 2.3"). Also Pasela in 42, labeled 1.75", and Tioga makes a 42 I think.My new 26" wheel road bike Chauncey #2 is even as we speak having the fork rebuilt to give proper space under fork crown and fender for a 45, with the idea that I can use a Naches Pass if I decide I want something fatter than the Elk Pass.--On Thu, Aug 6, 2020 at 11:25 AM greenteadrinkers <greentea...@gmail.com> wrote:... Not sure what the world has to offer in regards to 26" tires these days, something to consider.-----------------------------------------------------------------------Patrick MooreAlburquerque, Nuevo Mexico, Etats Unis d'Amerique, Orbis Terrarum
Forget dumping money into an old Bridgestone or Specialized, find a new or used Clem, Hillborne, Appaloosa or Atlantis and ride it everywhere!
... I went through bikes by Surly, Bianchi and SOMA trying to outfit them as Riv-like country bikes. I spent a few thousand dollars upgrading parts on each bike and never achieved the ride quality I had experienced test riding Rivs. I eventually sold all those bikes at a substantial loss and finally bought the Hillborne I should have bought initially.
Which hubs? ;)
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