Johan's 58cm Hog's Back

We've known Johan for quite some time. In fact, he's the graphic designer we entrusted to come up with our Rachel's look about 8 years ago already. We were stoked to build him his very own Hog's Back, and love how it turned out!

This build is a prime example of the kind of upgrades we believe in. We think money is almost always best spent on contact points: saddle, grips / handlebar, pedals and tires. Fine-tuning these elements usually make a bigger difference in how you experience your ride than, say, a fancy rear derailleur.

In this case, we're talkin':

• Brooks Cambium C17, Orange
• ESI Chunky silicone grips, wrapped à la Rivendell with Newbaum's Orange and Burnt Orange cotton tape, finished off with hemp twine
• Velo Orange Klunker bars, Nickel
• Sim Works by MKS Bubbly Standard Silver pedals,
• Sim Works by Panaracer Super Yummy 27.5x2.22", Peanut Butter sidewalls

Let's take a look:

Photos by Troy