Rascal – Bikepacking? – Complete Build

So I was asked if the Rascal could be used for bikepacking?
And this is my take on that…

Specs:

  • Rascal size M, Olivegreen
  • Handbuild wheelset: Shimano Alfine 11sp rearhub,
    Velo Orange fronthub, laced to Ryde Sputnik rims
    with 2.0 stainless steel spokes
  • Tires: Racing Ralph and Ray 57-622
  • Atran Velo Lite rear carrier
  • Pelago frontrack size M
  • Brooks Cambium C17 Organic
  • Whisky Parts stem 110mm
  • Velo Orange Crazy Bar
  • Gates CDX beltdrive 22t/42t
  • Starfish Waxwing Cages
  • Hr. Vélo Seatclamp with Ti bolt
  • Hr. Vélo Headset ZS44/EC44/40
  • Muc-Off X Fidlock Twist Bottles
  • Shimano M400 hydraulic discbrakes
  • Stayer Cycles We Will Rust spacers
  • As many Ti bolts as possible
  • Custom Framebag by Cheesy Supply

***Please note, that it was a custom request from me, to have
the zipper placed on the left side, to see if the functionality would be better while riding,
eventhough it’s on the “wrong” side as to the unwritten rules of framebagging