Wolverine v.2.0/v.2.1 (Archived)

(ARCHIVED, replaced by version 3.0) The original inspiration for the Wolverine was "monster cross", but it is seriously so much more. Its geometry is stable enough for off road touring, but sporty enough for all-around adventure. With its Tange/IRD Sliding Dropouts, you can turn it into a single-speed CX bike. With a split seatstay, it is compatible with the Gates Carbon Belt Drive.

New v.2.1 has stiffening plates added near the dropouts. We also switched up the welding method to keep more of the tube's overall strength.

- Tange Prestige heat-treated CrMo front triangle; butted CrMo rear end
- Clearance for 700x45c tires w/ fenders
- Rear hub spacing:135mm
- Gates Carbon belt drive compatible
- Optional Matching Forks: A) lugged flat crown fork Tange Infinity CrMo steel fork; double eyelets pannier rack and mini rack mounts. B) unicrown straight blade 15mm thru-axle fork
- Braze-ons for rear rack and fenders (disc brake-compatible racks only)
- 1-1/8" size headtube
- Sizes: 50, 52, 54, 56, 58. 60, 62 and 66cm
- 4.79 lbs (frame); 2.3 lbs. (fork, uncut steerer)
- Color: Pumpkin Orange and Kingsford Matte Black

Wolverine v.2.0/v.2.1 (Archived)

• What are the component fit specifications?

  Front derailleur clamp: 28.6mm
  
  Rear hub spacing: 135mm
  
  Seatpost: 27.2mm
  
  Seat collar: 29.8 to 30mm (not included)
  
  Headset: 1-1/8" external cup (SHIS: EC34/28.6 | EC34/30)
  
  Bottom bracket shell: 68mm wide, English threads
  
  Brake compatibility: International Standard Disc mount, 160mm rotors
  
  Chainstay length range: 425-440mm (Please avoid the sliding the wheel to very back of the dropout)
  
  Max.Tire fit: 700c x 45mm with fenders; 29 x 1.95" w/o fenders
  
  Min. Tire fit: 650b x 47mm
  
  Downtube shifters: Compatible mounts
  
  Water bottle bosses: 2 sets

• How to take good care of your Wolverine's unique rear triangle?

  1) Follow our official max tire guidelines which is 700c x 45mm with fenders and 29 x 1.95 without fenders.
  
  Why is using too big a tire a possible problem?
  a) To fit a fatter tire than recommended requires user to slide the insert to the rear of the dropout. Sliding the insert to the very rear creates extra leverage on the dropout and the frame versus having it in the center or front of the slot.
  b) Using fatter tires makes the rider think he/she can ride more aggressively than the frame tubing is designed for. The Wolverine is not an XC/trail bike.
  
  2) A split in the seatstay allows the frame to take a drive belt. Periodically check to make sure the bolts holding the right seatstay together are safely tightened. If you find them loosening, try a stronger type Loc-Tite (especially if you don’t plan on using a belt) If you hear an unusual noise or flexiness while riding, definitely check those bolts. Loose seatstay bolts don't usually make for dangerous riding, but it does make the chainstays work harder.
  
  3) Make sure the bolts holding the sliders are safely tightened at all times. Make sure sliders are evenly aligned. Loose bolts here can be hazardous to riding. Try carbon paste on the sllider contact areas, if you are experiencing slipping even though the bolts are adequately torqued.

• What Carbon Drive set up is recommended on the Wolverine?

  With an Alfine 8 spd hub, we recommend 46t front, 24t rear, and 115 length belt, with the dropout set at 440mm from the center of the BB axle. We recommend the new Center-Track system. Shimano Alfine Di2 does not fit on the Wolverine because the belt line needs of the hub.
  
  Models of Wolverine with the split in the seatstay are now approved for use with belt-drive with Rohloff hubs. With Rohloff for gravel, a 55t front x 19t rear x 115 belt; 440.19 chainstay setting is a good place to start. Use a small front ring for touring and trail riding.
  
  For Single Speed:
  
  46t front x 26t rear x115 belt - 435.19mm chainstay setting
  
  
  
  Please check out the Gate's Drive calculator on their website. Plug in 430mm as a representative chainstay length. The actual range on the Wolverine in 425-443mm. It will give you belt length when you type in the gearing you want.

• Carbon belts can't be split like a linked chain. How does one install a belt on a Wolverine?

  First generation (v.1.0) frames use Tange/IRD Split Sliding Dropouts. The right dropout is designed as two pieces. After you upbolt the alloy slider from the frame portion of the dropout, you can separate the dropout just enough to slip the belt into the frame.
  
  Second generation (v.2.0/2.1) frames have a Split Seatstay design. Second generation frames are officially approved for use with Rohloff hubs.

• What kind of disc brakes do you recommend for the Wolverine?

  We recommend 160mm rotors and brakes that fit international standard mounts.