The no nonsense Ruffian shares the Rockit TM geometry of the Rockhound, adapted with Paragons special combo single speed/disc dropouts and 135mm rear spacing. The front end geometry is
set to accommodate 80mm travel forks. Just like the Rockhound,TM the rider is placed in an aggressive cross country position, ideal for climbing, nimble technical work and descents.
Fixed gear or freewheel, with or without brakes, any combination, this warrior is at home in the crush of the city, early season training rides or roller riding.
The Ruffian 29er's front end layout includes a machined head tube design which provides plenty of front fork clearance. Also, our 22" and 23.5" 29er designs offer a great fit to really big
riders, thanks to the taller 29er forks.
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Tubing:
Waterford exclusive OS2 butted tube sets, featuring True Temper OX Platinum air-hardening steel alloys, custom drawn to our rigorous specs. Toptube and downtube are flared at the head tube
for greater surface contact and rigidity. Tubeset specifications vary by frame size to offer riders of all sizes the strength and stiffness they need.
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Tire Clearance:
Clearance for 2.3 inchers.
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Cable Routing:
Lower left side zip tie brake cable routing (7:00).
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Braze-Ons:
2 sets of water bottle bosses. Offset disc brake cable guides. Disc brake only - V Brake studs $75 option
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Dropouts / Drivetrain:
Gunnar offers the ultimate system for disk brake mounting on an off-road single speed design, thanks to the Paragon dropout system. The stainless steel dropout bases provide a precision track
for inserts that support the disc brake caliper system. Though the wheel slides back and forth in the track, the calipers are always in the right position. Built-in dropout adjusters insure
adequate chain tension and wheel positioning. This system increases tire clearance over other systems while provide a reliable mounting system for disc brakes.
The no nonsense Ruffian shares the Rockit TM geometry of the Rockhound, adapted with Paragons special combo single speed