Bike Porn (possibly NSFW)

So, we've all seen the early pix of Geoff's new ride, and she is going to be the belle of the brevet.
So, before my new rig is yesterday's news, I thought it deserved being shown off a bit.
After all, Mike accused me of buying components at "pimp-my-bike.com"

 

Surly head tube badge

That's my name

 I wanted DT Swiss Alpine III spokes and they only come in black, so, shiny hubs are out

 IQ Cyo

 Paul Neo-Retro up front with Kool-Stop Cross pads

 Velo Orange fenders

This FSA extension moves my bike computer forward, which is a better spot for quick glances than if it was back on the handlebar. It also allowed me to mount a Knog light on the underside which illuminates the cue sheet in the Velo Orange Champagne bag

 Paul Touring Canti on the rear

 'cause Dura-Ace is overkill

 Off center rim on the rear. Allows for drive-side spokes to come out to the rim at the same angle as the non-drive side and have the same tension.

 Cane Creek 110 headset

 Surly 4130 double-butted Cromoly

 Chris King Bottom Bracket