Son of Howie

The New Howie 

The new Howie looks nearly identical to the old model.  So what’s different?  

Changes: 

• Less Weight: The new Howie with our Deep Coat finish weighs 4.8lbs / 2.18 kg.

 

• Less Chainstays: 14.56” / 370mm

 

• Less Cost:  $625 USD including bottom bracket.

 

• Less Hassle: Tonic Mid 90 bottom bracket.

 

The Mid 90 is simply a BMX mid bottom bracket scaled-up for use with a mountain bike chain line. Frames will ship with this BB installed.    

The Mid 90 has some real advantages:  

• Ease of setting up the bike with 3 piece cranks for a mountain bike chain line. The only spacer is the non-drive side bearing cap. The sprocket adaptor sits right against the drive side bearing.

 

• Uses the same common and durable bearings as a regular Mid BB.

 

• 90 is a very high number, so you know it’s good.

 
 

The Howie can be purchased directly through Tonic or one of our distributors. Expect the Howie to ship at the end of July.  

A deposit is a good idea if you are serious about getting on one of these frames.  

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