I’ve been contemplating getting a new or newer bike for quite some time now. Something along the lines of a “gravel grinder” which I thought might make for a good all around bike. I looked at and test rode the brands my local bike shop carried but nothing really interested me. While there I did buy new components, tires and had some wheel work done for my old hybrid. I’m happy with these upgrades but was still itching for something different. Online I stumbled upon the Haanjo Tero, Diamondback’s entry level “alternate roads” bike. I fell in love with the color. A couple days later it was on my doorstep.
Assembling the bike…
First changes I made were to swap out the stock seat for the Brooks off of my hybrid, add a front basket and install heavier inner tubes. On the first ride I realized I couldn’t change gears due to the basket being in the way of the lateral movement of the “brifters”. How I’ll carry cargo is something I’m still working out. As of writing this I’ve only ridden it once but had no complaints. My first time riding drop bars in nearly 30 years.
Some info on the bike…
2×8 drive train
700×40 tires
Mechanical disc brakes
Aluminum frame and steel fork
OMG Randy, you have a new bike! I like the color also as it reminds me of a Yuba Boda Boda cargo bike that I test rode last year. If you’re looking for an inexpensive front rack that has versatility, you might like the Racktime Topit. Your bike appears to have lower front eyelets than my Clementine and the rack may sit closer to your wheel and look better. Search for it on my blog and you’ll see what I mean.
Thanks Annie. I’ll check out that rack.