Crank Brothers Cobalt Chromoly

Lee.P
Lee.P Posts: 41
edited September 2007 in MTB buying advice
Any good? Im just about to stick one on order, had the RaceFace ISIS Evolve FR didnt last long (2month) and nothing but clicks, and then bearings seizing up i got offered a replacement but thats my second in under two month.
Its not that i dont look after them... well i hope not :( Anyone got this Cobalt Chromoly? Got 4.5 out of 5 from bikeradar, just wanting more opinions.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=13008

Comments

  • Splasher
    Splasher Posts: 1,528
    I haven't but I have considered it. They have a 5 year warranty so even if it's a bad as the other ISIS BBs, at least you can get them changed free.

    However, before you spend £50 on a BB, consider swapping to these

    XT Octalink BB http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... delID=1002

    And

    XT Octalink Crank http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... delID=2737

    Only £70 total but after that you can expect 2 years out of each BB and they're only £20 to change.
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  • Lee.P
    Lee.P Posts: 41
    Hmm well i went ahead and bought one, I was planning on upgrading to the Shimano Saint. But short on cash at the moment, well until pay day. And havent been able to ride for over a month so quick £40 fix will do for now. But thanks for your input appreciated
  • Splasher
    Splasher Posts: 1,528
    Crikey, you didn't waste much time. You posted originally at 9:55 and by the time I replied at 10:06 you'd done it anyway :?
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  • Lee.P
    Lee.P Posts: 41
    Aye sorry! Getting serious craving to start riding again :lol: If this doesnt go well its time for the Saint or the setup you suggested. I mus admit i hadnt seen the 5 year warranty what you pointed out and that contributed alot to me buying