Soma Pescadero Frameset Slate Gray

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- 48cm
- 51cm
- 54cm
- 56cm
- 58cm
- 61cm

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Rim brakes on a nice road frame in the 2020's? What the heck?
The majority of new "all-road" bikes embracing wider tires are automatically going to disc brakes. And disc brakes are an effective technology that we also adopt on other Soma frames. But what about cyclists who wants the benefits of wider road tires, but want the clean, classic look of a road caliper brakes (i.e. rim brakes) or just prefer how easy they are to adjust and maintain? The Pescadero is for these souls in mind.

Its road sport geometry allows you to pedal hard and long with less physical and mental fatigue. A great choice for gran fondos or all day rides on winding country roads. While you can throw on 700 x 28c tires like every other endurance road bike has these days, the Pescadero allows for plusher, more comfortable rubber up to 700 x 38c.

- Tange Prestige heat-treated butted CrMo steel front triangle; butted CrMo rear end

- Road sport geometry (inbetween road race and cyclo-cross bikes in handling responsiveness)

- Rear rack, front mini rack & fender mounts

- Designed for seatstay brake bridge-mounted road brake with at least 62mm reach. That would include Tektro R559, R369, Dia-Compe BRS202 dual-pivot brakes, Dia-Compe GC700, DC750, and the Paul Racer (not the Medium) center pull brakes.

(NOTE: Size 48cm ONLY has cable guides for a dual pivot caliper brake in the rear)

- Lugged crown CrMo steel fork included. Fork has braze-ons for mini rack and fenders

- Stiff and light Breezer-style dropouts

- Peg on headtube for frame pumps

- Headtube size: 1-1/8" (fits EC34/28.6|EC34/30 headsets)

- Seat post size: 27.2mm

- Max. tire clearance: 700 x 38mm (optimized for 35mm tires)

- Hub spacing: 100, 130mm

- 6 sizes: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61, cm

- 4.2 lbs. (51cm)

- Paint: Slate Gray

What are the component fit specifications?

- Brake: Brake bridge mounted center pull or dual-pivot calipers with at least 62mm of reach and recessed mounting bolt.
Gran-Compe/Dia-Compe DC750, Paul Racers (not the Medium model), Tektro R559/R369, Dia-Compe BRS-202,(some customers have had luck with 47-61mm reach Gran-Compe GC610 center pull brakes, BUT that may not fit every frame size. No Shimano or SRAM brake will be long enough.) Running a center pull brake on fork requires a 1-1/8" front cable hanger ( not included)
- Headset: 1-1/8" (threadless external cup: SHIS: EC34/28.6 | EC34/30)
- Front derailleur: 28.6mm ID, bottom pull
- Seatpost: 27.2mm OD
- Seat collar: Seat binder bolt included
- Hub rear spacing: 130mm, use traditional QR road hubs
- Bottom bracket shell: 68mm wide, English threads (spindle width depends on cranks)
- Chainring fit: 50-34 road double, 48-36-24t triple, Shimano GRX double or single, all non-Boost MTB set ups
- Max.Tire Clearance: 700c x 38mm (700c x 35mm w/fenders) (The frame can fit up to 42mm tires, but toe overlap and front derailleur clearance should be investigated first.)
- Downtube shifters: Mounts available
- Water bottle bosses: 2 sets
- Rack mounts: one rear set, one front set for mini-racks
- Fender mounts: Front and rear
- Pump peg: for traditional spring loaded frame pumps
- Acceptable fork length: 383 - 390mm axle to crown (Stock fork is 383mm axle to crown. Replacing with a longer fork means you might need different brakes)
- Acceptable fork rake/offset: 45-48mm
- Max. weight including rider and cargo: 270 lbs.

Can I swap a different fork on this baby?

To yield the best fit with the chosen brake options, we chose a fairly unique fork length. If you can find a fork in the 380 to 390mm length range (axle to crown) with a design you like and you are open to using different brakes in the front, go for it. But at this time we don't know of any frame or fork maker using our particular specs. Slapping a CX or gravel length fork on this frame will slacken the frame head angle noticeably. While it would not be dangerous to ride, the bike won't handle as designed.

We will be stocking replacement forks in case of warranties or crash damage.

Can I do a 650b wheel conversion on the Pescadero?

No you cannot, because of the particular brake reach it is designed with. But the Pescadero offers the cushy tire width options of most common 650b road tires, so a conversion would yield limited benefits.

Can I do loaded touring and bikepacking on the Pescadero?

Short answer is "yes you can".

You can use bikepacking frame bags, seat bags and bar packs. You can install a rear rack, though because of the short chainstays, we recommend getting a rear rack that is long enough to offset your panniers far back enough to avoid heel/pannier clipping while pedaling. (Our Rakku and Deco are long enough for this) Our matching fork has eyelets for mini racks. It is not compatible with pannier racks.

Rear and front loads affect the handling of road frames more than purpose-designed touring frames. For a more pleasant ride experience keep loads in the back under 22 lbs. and front loads under 10 lbs.

Max. weight limit with load and rider: 270 lbs.(123 kgs.)

How do I install a frame bag on the Pescadero with the bare cables on the top tube?

If you just install a frame bag on the frame, there could be rub between the bag, the velcro straps and the cable. The rubbing could effect brake lever action or not, or wear on the Velcro. Solution: Get a section of brake housing that is long enough to fit loosely between the top tube brake line mounts. Disconnect the rear brake cable at the caliper and pull it back through the rearmost piece of housing. Thread on your new piece of housing and then reinstall the brake line through the existing rear housing and reconnect the brakes. You now have a brake line that is mounted using the stock hardware but is protected all along the top tube. (credit: inactiveuser247 on Reddit) This is better than drilling out the frame's cable stop and running continuous housing.

MaD Dog Media's take on the Pescadero

...Oh, sure, the Pescadero can accept a rear rack and front mini-rack, or frame bags, seat bags, and handlebar packs. But its wheelbase and chainstays are shorter than those on a purpose-built touring bike — even shorter than the Privateer’s. So, while light rack and/or bikepacking loads are possible, a serious tourist would probably be advised to check out some other model.

Ditto a gravel rider. The Pescadero is a roadie, its tighter geometry intended to provide a snappy ride on the mean streets while fitting a tire plump enough to blunt the bumps.

And it delivers.

When I rise from the saddle on the steeps the Pescadero leaps forward like a salmon heading upstream to spawn. Diving at speed into corners that have the Privateer murmuring, “We can do this,” the Pescadero shouts, “Let’s do this!” Its trimmer figure — less fork rake, shorter chainstays, and lower weight — sure get the party started. I actually found myself getting a little aggro’ in sharp turns, which is not at all like me.

The compact Pescadero is sprightly on the flats and rollers, too, and probably would be even more so had I not gone slightly overboard on its wheels. Two Wheel Drive here in Albuquerque built them up with Alex Adventurer 2 rims, Shimano RS-400 hubs, Soma Shikoro tires, and Specialized AirLock inner tubes. With cassette and quick-release skewers we’re talking a total of 8 pounds, 12 ounces...
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“My main bike is my Soma Pescadero, old school allroad bike (randonneuse spirit). Built for fun, not commuting, but it happens to be a fine commuter too.”
Arph, City, France
“I've put about 6,000 miles on my SOMA Pescadero fully dressed in VO stainless fenders, panniers, wheels, cranks and chainrings. I'm usually carrying my daughter and 35lbs of work gear on 32mm tires. It's the first forever feeling touring bike I've ever ridden. (from Velo Orange blog)”
Anonymous
“The Pescadero remains my primary commute/transportation bike. I take it on the BART from Fruitvale Station in Oakland 5 days a week and frequently ride between downtown Oakland and the Lake Merrit area and home (around 5 miles each way). I haven't had the opportunity to do many longer rides on the bike but would like to (I fantasize about credit card touring down the coast with my wife sometime). I mostly very happy with the bike and how I have it set-up (hwy1 bar/soma crane stem/Paul brakes/soma demi-porteur rack/full fenders/F+R generator lights/35mm tires/medium swift rando bag and occasional saddle bag). My only real gripe about the frame is that i wish there was a bit more fender/tire clearance between the rear seat-bridge and rear wheel. the front clearance is just adequate with the 35mm tires and fenders but the rear end could use another 5mm in that spot. the tire clears but it is very very tight and subject to rub at the first fender loosening or distortion. ”
Joel, Oakland, CA

“I use my Pescadero almost exclusively for long distance rides. I've ridden it on a few SFR rides and it always catches the attention of the folks I'm ridding with and usually garners responses ranging from "I didn't know Soma made a bike like that" to "wow that looks perfect for this ride". To date I have just shy of 950 miles on the bike with most of those miles coming on 200-300K rides, and I'm happy to report that the Pescadero is really very nice to ride. I've found that it holds it's line on the road even while the front end is loaded down, and the bike descends well at both slow and high speeds. ”
Nolan, SF, CA