anyone ever try this conversion? 1 1/8" to 1" to accept a quill

[Michael Baquerizo]

https://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/105904306219/ho-ho-ho

Has anyone gotten this to a point where they feel safe riding it?

Curious to hear of any alternative methods, or issues w this one.

[Christopher Cote]

I have not tried it. I've seen pics of that setup a couple of times. Anecdotally, I heard about Surly contacting someone who had posted a pic of a bike set up that way on social media, saying it was not safe. I can't verify that actually happened, so take it with a grain of salt. 

Two somewhat-related observations: First, I miss that style of blog from Rivendell. The weekly emails and infrequent Blahg aren't the same. Second, I think the "flexible steerer tube" question/concern is valid. It manifests itself in front brake shudder when using a top-of-the-headset mounted cable hanger and cantilever brakes.

Chris

[Michael Baquerizo]

That's good to know...i'm sure there are safety precautions to consider but anything that's not spec'd out by a bike or parts manufacturer should be regarded that way.

I agree re: the blagh posts...and have no experience w the flex in steerer tube problem, not having ever used canti's before. but i'm about to on a bike so that's good to know.

thanks for getting back - i'd love to see where Surly did that and see if there were any comments from those who have tried it before.