![]() The SRAM eTap front derailleur and its associated battery leave a 4mm gap between the Panaracer Gravelking 700c x 35mm tyre (which measure 38mm fitted to American Classic’s Hurricane wheelset) which is a point of concern. JOM utitilizes a hybrid drivetrain of sorts – Shimano Dura-Ace 7900 series compact crankset with an FSA 48 tooth big ring and Shimano Dura-Ace 34 tooth small chainring. Kestrel EMS carbon handlebar – another item that is no longer produced. Admittedly, Shimano does a much better design job with their climbing and sprint shifters, but considering this is eTap V1, we remain optimistic SRAM will improve their system in the next release. JOM is a huge proponent of these gear systems, having adopted Di2 since the day it was introduced over six years ago… and Mavic Mektronic and Mavic Zap… circa 1994 for Zap. SRAM’s Blip shifters feature prominently on this bike a huge advantage with electronic shifting is the ability to run additional shifters. Come race day, JOM will fit a GoPro camera and paired remote for the handlebar. SRAM Blip shifters provide easy access to shifting from the bar top.ĭespite there being a lot happening on this handlebar, it looks reasonably uncluttered. Avid’s Shorty Ultimate Cantilever brakes provide plenty of stopping power. Once split, the cable exits through the hanger slot and the handlebars can be detached. SRAM eTap solves the problem of running cables inside the frame – drilling Titanium is not a fun process and is harsh on drill bits – and eTap keeps one’s bike looking very clean. On this bike, only the front and rear brake cables require splitting before packing into the travel case. Equipped with SRAM’s innovative wireless gear shifting system, eTap (see Part One of our review here), it is possibly the ultimate gravel travel bike – at least in the opinion of JOM SRAM eTap Blip shifters feature on the drops and tops. The Breakway in these images is the latest build belonging to JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew. However, for those still seeking the quality ride of a Breakaway-like Titanium frame, newcomer NDVR Cycle is producing an all-Titanium adventure bike (with technology licensed from Ritchey) that features disc brakes… JOM got a brief ride on one of the early prototypes… they are looking good… we may be reviewing one in the future. ![]() Rather, they are concentrating on steel and carbon for their current designs – JOM’s Ti Breakway CX is possibly the last 54cm model to leave the factory. ![]() Unfortunately, Ritchey is no longer producing Titanium Breakways of any kind. The Titanium Breakaway was formerly the flagship model in the Ritchey range – available in road and cyclocross variants, the frame is significantly lighter than its steel brethren, handy for keeping the weight of one’s bike and overall suitcase weight down. ![]() Interested parties, please inquire! JOM’s Ti Breakway CX in “sport” mode American Classic Carbon 40 wheels, road tyres. You can read more about JOM’s steel Breakway and the process for packing, etc, in Part One and Part Two – incidentally, JOM’s steel Breakaway frameset (with new fork) is now for sale. The frame breaks in half – and fits into a regular sized suitcase, helping avoid the exorbitant fees that are typically associated with flying a full-size bike. The Breakaway bike, available in road, cyclocross, mountain bike and tandem!, are Tom Ritchey’s ingenious but simple solution to traveling with a bicycle. Nowadays, the Ritchey name is seen adorned on framesets and a full line of components and wheelsets. Tom continued to be an innovator, producing his well known line of mountain bikes through the 1980’s along with 90’s classics such the P21. In the company of fellows like Joe Breeze, Charlie Kelly, Gary Fisher and a few others, these guys pretty much invented mountain biking. ![]() Tom Ritchey is a man who has been around cycling a long time. ![]()
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