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Ah, got it. Thanks.

How would just changing the fork change the head angle?

Here's what my build looks like (so far...) Can't properly adjust the rear brake because the rear tabs are terrible. Also, no Clean 120 rear hubs were available so I used a Comas 112/120 hub so the chainline isn't great. On the plus side, it rides pretty well. I need to replace my $30 Amazon front brake w a real brake and don't judge my brake hoses; this is a work in progress 🤣🤙

Anybody try one of these yet? The frame is pretty inexpensive so I think I'll try one out for a spare parts build. The geo looks good, but there are a few red flags like 120mm rear spacing and that silly 'between the stays' brake mount. We'll see...

I know you're asking about Hope hubs, but if you're looking for a bolt-on 135, I've had great luck with TMS's freehub. It's only 72 poe, but it's 302g and it's been bulletproof for over 2 years now. Not sure how Brexit shipping is, but the hub is 169 euros. I've recently built up a new Ozonys 20" and needed a 12x135 so went with a Hope 5. So far so good.

I definitely considered this option, but the 12mm axles on a proper hub are already so thin I figured my 'custom' attempt would only make things worse. In the end, I picked up a Hope.

I know about Industry 9, Profile Elite and Hope 12mm through axle single speed hubs, but am I missing any others that are worthy of trials? Oh and I guess there's Onyx (too $$) and KOM (way too $$$). All the others I could find are 10mm bolt on only. Probably gonna go with a Hope, but wanted to see if you guys know of more.

Without going full Dangerholm, this is a modified Velo bmx saddle. I sanded it down and trimmed some of the support structure and added a 27.2 carbon post. No cheese graders!! 😉

The new Ozonys Curve 20" is shipping again now and TMS has a 20" as well. I just ordered myself a new Ozonys 20" frame last month. Hopefully I won't be wrong for not ordering a Jealousy. 😂

Ha ha, yeah that's been on a few bikes now. It works and it was free so win win. And who doesn't like playing with a grinder!

I ride 2 Czars, an Ozonys and, well ok, 1 crewkerz. And i always build 'em from the frame up. Alias was a really good alternative to the other brands. They are missed.

Get a Hex and put 80s stickers on it instead.

Maxxis Ikon should definitely be on the list. Comes in several width and casing versions for 26", but they can be pricey.

The Koozer comes in a few versions and I've had good luck with them too. For single speed, try Aludark hub. Only comes in 135 bolt on though; marketed toward dirt jumpers.

I wish the E6 came in a solid cover. I'm not into the cheese gradder/spider web aesthetic. Our bikes need all the help they can not to look like freaks.