Rhinozeros
Features
- "Gravel" bike designed for a 5'2" rider
- 125 mm 27.2 mm dropper seat post with room for a 175 mm version for future compatibility
- 145 mm wide "road" cranks (Q factor)
- Fits 29" x 2.25" tires (ETRTO 57-622) on 32 mm wide rims
- Titanium handlebar-stem for shock absorption
- Flat mount 160 brake mount
- 12 x 142 mm rear hub
- UDH (Universal Derailleur Hangar) for T-type drivetrains
Geometry
- Front center: 729 mm
- Rear center: 400 mm
- Head angle: 68.5°
- Effective seat tube angle: 74.5°
- Bar sweep angle: 16° on a 20° plane (above horizontal)
(See diagram for more details)
Design + Construction
- Custom chain stay yoke, seat stay yoke, and dropouts were designed, then 3D-printed from stainless steel
- Frame tubes: internally-butted 4130 chromoly
- TIG welded
Completed December 2023
"Gaby's gravel bike is faster than your gravel bike."