# The Ultimate Touring Unicycle?  Nearly!

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**Created:** [May 14, 2008, 2:01pm UTC](https://unicyclist.com/t/the-ultimate-touring-unicycle-nearly/98911 "2008-05-14T14:01:33Z")
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#### Post date: [May 14, 2008, 2:01pm UTC](https://unicyclist.com/t/the-ultimate-touring-unicycle-nearly/98911/1 "2008-05-14T14:01:33Z")

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A few weeks ago there was a thread asking what was the ultimate unicycle. Well, I think this is about as close to the answer as I’m going to get for a while.

- Schwalbe Marathon Plus Supreme 28 x 2.0 tyre
- Schwalbe 19a Tube
- KH rim
- Original Schlumpf geared hub
- Pro Wheel / Qu-Ax 127mm cranks
- Welgo MG1 magnesium pedals
- Magura HS33 hydraulic brakes (water filled)
- Triton Sponge custom made frame
- KH seat clamp
- Thompson Elite seat post
- T7 handle
- Nimbus gel saddle
- Wilson grip tape bar covering

What could I change to improve it? (Apart from the rider!!!) Well, the KH-Schlumpf hub might be stronger, but it’s heavier, and for touring it doesn’t need to be any stronger. There’s not enough of a choice of ISIS cranks yet to make it worth while changing for that either.

I have a carbon fibre based KH Freeride seat, which could shave a bit of weight. However, I don’t find it as comfortable as the Nimbus for long journeys.

The biggest improvement would be from a Ti version of the T7. I think the T7 is a fantastic addition to any touring/commuting unicycle, but have to admit, it is bloody heavy. If Triton had been able to make one of those, it would have just tipped it off.

So, if this was your uni, what would you change? (Anyone that says the carpet or curtains will be disqualified!)

STM

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