Is it time to try out a 32er? I want this for my commuter as its light and big wheels for better roll over. My concern is of course safety, but all carbon fibre XC bikes are made in china so maybe they have experienced quality control. The novelty factor is also a big part of it, I wanted a 36er, but this is much cheaper. The quote from the manufacturer is below, but $1100 usd for the frame fork and wheels.
"32er hardtail frame FM132 UDH hanger can do $369/set (black matte) include frame+headset+Rear axle FM132 front fork price: 105USD
·32" MTB 28mm XC rims Light weight version UD matte 2135=270usd ·NOVATEC BOOST D791SB-B15/D462SB-B12, front 15110mm, rear 148*12mm, 28-28H=119usd ·Pilla 1423 Spokes, Black (28+28+spare 2)*0.6=34.8usd ·SAPIM Nipples (28+28+spare 2)*0.4=23.2usd ·Wheel assembly cost 20usd/pair Total: 467usd/pair
The shipping fee to Canada for a frame + a set of wheels is 150USD, and you need to clear customs yourself."
History repeats itself…
BermPeaks series on Pennyfarthings taught how insane those bikes are. I was even more surprised that they still make modern ones!
I’ll have to check it out. I love bermpeaks but I haven’t seen this one.
I've ridden bikes like these at a local museum a couple of times. They are great fun to ride! They are a bit tricky to get on an off and they are fixed gear as well. I an not sure they would fair well on a daily commute, but for cruise around the city or a an excursion to the beach with the kids, these bikes would be good fun.
Brb, growing a handlemar mustasch 🥸🎩