eXp R (Road going Rohloff eXp) - First Pictures!

[Andrew]

Forum Exclusive - First Pictures!

All new Bridgwater built Rohloff equipped Thorn eXp R.

Here's a sneak peak of the first pictures and info.

A tighter, more road-going Rohloff eXp frame, known as the “eXp R” is now offered.
This only has clearances for 1.75” tyres and guards. It has “straight stays”, shorter fork blades (L1 = 395mm) and a lower BB height… as well as keeping the centre of gravity as low as possible (which will benefit  spirited cornering) the low BB height will make urban cycling easier, because it will allow the rider to reach the ground whilst remaining seated.
The eXp R frame is made from oversize, non tapered 853 (with 31.8mm seat tube) it has flat oval bridges. To keep the weight as low as possible, the eXp R has the standard Rohloff hub, therefore the cable routing will be for this hub.
A Bridgwater built custom fitting, very strong (but lighter weight) rear carrier, with 6mm bosses, will be available with these frames but only if it is ordered before the frame is painted… POA.

[Spudz]

Wow !!
It just keeps getting better.
Need to 'top up' on the Post Office savings.
Each new Raven seems like the one for me.
I need to lie down and relax a bit, perhaps a cold shower!!
I WANT ONE!!
spudz