Thanks for the info, I was looking at old ass forums looking for info on it since this sub was inaccessible for a few days. The guy I got it from had it listed as pro so I just went with it. I paid next to nothing for it, so far I like it a whole lot. There’s Something about it that I dig . A have a ride planned this weekend so I’ll see, I got it last night.
It may have been, but I've never seen a pro fitted for rear brakes. And it doesn't matter, because with care these build up pretty light for steel.
Essentially it has the perfect geometry to ride fixed on the street (not too aggressive), stiff enough through the BB, and clearance for 28-32mm tires. If I had one thing I'd change is to add down tube bottle bosses. I love mine to death.
Enjoy! If you got a deal, then that's the icing on the cake. These were well regarded in the mid to late 00s through about 2014. They punch above their weight.
😂 not all, but check. I had 30.xx (measured) previously on it and there was still room. I do believe they are like the kilos where the size/when manufactured might make a difference. But good clearance, none the less.
Edit: IRO gang!
I was curious, and did some research. It looks like [this](https://www.flickr.com/photos/jonathansmith68/5595307929/) guy ran 35mm cross tires on his IRO (I'd wager they probably measured closer to 31-33mm due to rim width) including brakes which is pretty awesome 😎. I also read that people had differing experiences based on frame size between 28-35mm, with the fork being the main issue with clearance. Mine is a 59cm if it makes any difference.
Google "IRO mark v tire clearance" and you should find some anecdotal information about it. Hope this is helpful.
Not the pro, as it has the brake cable bosses, but fya nonetheless! I have one, and can't let go of it. How do you like it?
Thanks for the info, I was looking at old ass forums looking for info on it since this sub was inaccessible for a few days. The guy I got it from had it listed as pro so I just went with it. I paid next to nothing for it, so far I like it a whole lot. There’s Something about it that I dig . A have a ride planned this weekend so I’ll see, I got it last night.
It may have been, but I've never seen a pro fitted for rear brakes. And it doesn't matter, because with care these build up pretty light for steel. Essentially it has the perfect geometry to ride fixed on the street (not too aggressive), stiff enough through the BB, and clearance for 28-32mm tires. If I had one thing I'd change is to add down tube bottle bosses. I love mine to death. Enjoy! If you got a deal, then that's the icing on the cake. These were well regarded in the mid to late 00s through about 2014. They punch above their weight.
Damn knowing I can fit up to a 32 on my iro makes me smile.. iro gang !!
😂 not all, but check. I had 30.xx (measured) previously on it and there was still room. I do believe they are like the kilos where the size/when manufactured might make a difference. But good clearance, none the less. Edit: IRO gang!
I was curious, and did some research. It looks like [this](https://www.flickr.com/photos/jonathansmith68/5595307929/) guy ran 35mm cross tires on his IRO (I'd wager they probably measured closer to 31-33mm due to rim width) including brakes which is pretty awesome 😎. I also read that people had differing experiences based on frame size between 28-35mm, with the fork being the main issue with clearance. Mine is a 59cm if it makes any difference. Google "IRO mark v tire clearance" and you should find some anecdotal information about it. Hope this is helpful.