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Bearclaw THUNDERHAWK Titanium Review | This ALL ROAD
Bearclaw THUNDERHAWK Titanium Review | This ALL ROAD Bike Is FULL Of SURPRISES!
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“The Dusty Dutchman”
Once all the pieces were in place and the weather finally cooperated it was time for my first experience riding my Bearclaw Thunderhawk titanium all road bike. Over the next few days I put around 75 miles on it and am ready to discuss how it all transpired.
Watch my Thunderhawk Build video…
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Check out the Build Video of my Thunderhawk here: https://youtu.be/iYtp6REj_EA
Also I made a mistake at 1:50 the Cannondale is NOT CARBON. I sold my carbon road bike to get the Cannondale to put on my trainer where it has been sitting for the last 7-8 years. MY MISTAKE!
Great review and I expect you'll continue to be happy with the Thunderhawk based on what you're asking from it. I have 9,000km on a frame ordered in 2018 and it has done everything from mtb underbiking to big road rides to heavy-laden bikepack adventures.
One aspect of the design I think you might have overlooked: The titanium's light weight allows them to use a yoke on the drive side bottom bracket. You can do this on a steel bike too but it becomes very heavy. Aluminium isn't strong enough for the thinness required, to my understanding. So it's kinda a super power of titanium and allows the Thunderhawk to have clearance for big 27.5×2.4" tires while keeping a 68mm bottom bracket. Nifty trick.
I ordered a custom Titanium frame from WaltyTitanium should be here by October. I based the fram eon my by far favourite bike my Peugeot PX10, only with disk brakes, and the ability to accommodate wider tires. My plan is to have 1 bike with several wheels to accommodate different riding activities. I am 70 so having every thing just perfect has long since lost its shine.
I love the twitchy handling of the PX10, hate the handling of slack geometry bikes.
Looks very cool, hope you enjoy it.
Hi. Thanks for a nice YT channel. I have a request: could you comment on the Priority Apollo bar bike; is it a good company, etc.? because I want to buy one. Thank you very much.
Once you realize titanium frames ride like nothing else you've owned, you'll wonder why you waited so long. In the past, the cost and availability was the barrier. But with today's several $k bikes, titanium is no longer the "dentist" bike. Enjoy your new found joy.
I’ve had one 5 years now and it’s still my favorite. It’s a beaut’ Clark!
Great review!
So I’m pretty sure these are Waltly frames. Did you ever consider going to them direct to get exactly what you want? Ie; top tube bolts, custom chains stays etc?
I’m halfway through the process myself.
Great video! Helpful video on the DIY Carbon hardtail too.
I have both the Thunderhawk and Beaux Jaxon. You’re not alone in the wheel install struggle – it’s a pain almost every time on the Thunderhawk and much worse with wider tires. Never had the issue on the Beaux.
Have you considered Beaux Jaxon?
Congratulations. I'm currently considering buying the same frame. I would probably buy a 57 frame as well. The only thing you said about the bike that would bother me is the heel hitting the chainstay. To help me with my choice, can you please tell me what crank arm length and shoe size you have? Thanks.
Very enjoyable video. I have a Thunderhawk and you describe it well. I also have a heck of a time removing and installing the rear wheel. I think a mix of mid cassette and clutch off ( or on, I forget every time) helps a bit. I thought maybe it was a GRX compatibility thing. What derailleur are you using? If you ever figure out the best way to make this easier, I’d love to know. It’s the only problem I have with the bike. It’s super fun though and great with bags on it, too.
Suddenly I’m in the market for a ti bike 🙈 also, yours is lacking one thing in comparison to your skinny tire lineup… singlespeed – yolo
This was a fun journey. Would like to hear more on your experience comparing your new titanium wheels to not only your MTB but steel and carbon bikes overall. Seems like a great all-arounder and the permanent demise of the Niner.
JT, that bike is absolutely gorgeous. I was waiting for the ride video after that build! Any races, etc you plan on doing with it?
Excellent, entertaining review! Love the throw back to Mr. Rogers and totally agree about Ma’s cookin!! 😁