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Classic CX clearance i'd say. Plenty space for mud. Clement Xplor 40mm with smaller knobs wasn't an issue.
Contemplating parting with this frame though. I really enjoy it but currently building a bike that will do the bikepacking/gravel/touring part better (plus 650b compatible) And i miss having a lighter (but still gravel capable) road bike. Been looking at the genesis datum and the likes. Unfortunately can't afford keeping both.
So if anyone's interested in adopting it in exchange of some coin then pm :)
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Thinking 650x42 might actually fit. Awaiting some of these Gravelkings for another bike: https://www.lfgss.com/comments/13040191/
Tried fitting a 650b wheel. Hate having curved seatstays now. Had i only considered 650b when ordering the frame. But it might work.
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Ed has coaxed me into trying 650b. And i wanted a cheap do it all, throw-around, bike-camp bike. Found this frame new on ebay for £100. It's a proper german style touring frame with plenty of mounts and huge clearances. Apparently designed for use with either 26" or 700c, so 650b should work well. Bought some heavy duty Shimano wheels. Already had the forks. Going either flared drops with Shimano 5800 (already got the brifters) and mechanical disc brakes. Or flat/swept back bars with some Shimano MTB thumb shifters and hydraulic brakes, like Deore. Will probably fit Gravel King 27.5 1.7" and fenders, or some knobbly MTB tyres.
And then a front rack ofc.
Will try to keep the costs to a minimum.


Worth waiting for the WTB Horizon 47mm? This summers trend tire. Or just get Compass Switchback hill 48mm right away? Basically the same price. Going on a tourer/adventure/fun-bike.
Edit. Compass it is. The Horizon's do look good though.