Cross Check Build Component Options?

[smaryka]

A bit late to the thread (new to the forum), but how did you get on with your Cross Check? Did you look at SRAM brifters at all, they are apparently better for smaller hands?

Fwiw, I have older 10-speed Ultegra on my road bikes and have no problem with my short fingers, though they are mounted quite low on the bars so I can reach them better when in the drops. Specialized sells some adapters/shorteners as well that come standard on their small WSD bikes I believe -- maybe look into those?

Mind if I ask what your measurements are? (inseam, reach etc.) How do you find the Cross Check? I'm considering the 42cm as a frame upgrade that I will build up myself with various bits and pieces. Came very close to a Kona Jake but even the 47cm frame is too big I think. Redlines, Ridleys, Specialized, etc. all a bit too much standover.

[DebW]

I've got an Ultegra triple and recently changed the 30T inner sprocket for a 26T Sugino ring. The spacing was a little different (inner ring sat closer to the middle ring) but it works fine after a derailleur adjustment. The smaller ring is a good option for loaded touring.

[divingbiker]

The smaller ring is a good option for loaded touring.

Hijack: got a tour planned, Deb?

[DebW]

Hijack: got a tour planned, Deb?

Right now just a 60 mile ride to and from a weekend event for Memorial Day. Hmmm, should we start planning something? When do you get the custom bike?

[divingbiker]

Right now just a 60 mile ride to and from a weekend event for Memorial Day. Hmmm, should we start planning something? When do you get the custom bike?

not sure yet. He seems to be having trouble focusing on nailing down the mixte frame design.

I'm up for a tour later this year or next.