Votec V.SX 'AbsoluteBlackLyrik' *update p8 17/03/15*

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  • BloggingFit
    BloggingFit Posts: 919
    Pics... :D
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    edited July 2014
    ...
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • ilovedirt
    ilovedirt Posts: 5,798
    Not working...
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    Working for me! Haven't gone off road yet but done a few km round town, lots of steps, kerbs, gravel, steep hills up down and can already tell I'm digging this setup. There's a noticeable gap where the 17t cog is missing but apart from that it's spot on. Using the whole of the cassette rather than just the 21-34t cogs (and occasionally the 11t for bombing it down the tarmac) that I was on the 2x10 setup.

    Will properly test chain retention qualities next week and if it passes that I'll be very happy. Got an amazing amount of ground clearance now that's for sure
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • Lewis A
    Lewis A Posts: 767
    Pics not working for me either.
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    Lewis A wrote:
    Pics not working for me either.

    Try now.
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    EDIT : re-linked images

    I need a small, lightweight bash to cover those unsightly bolt holes
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    Screwed B-Screw all the way in and we're shifting smoothly off the bat!
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    How's that for a tiny chainring? And 0.5kg lighter than yesterday...
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    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    Seriously impressed with this chainring! Did one of the roughest of my local descents lastnight and it didn't miss a beat - quiet and secure with no chain device at all...pretty amazing. Couldn't actually believe the chain was still on when I reached the bottom. Narrow Wide rings going on the rest of the bikes for sure
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • ej2320
    ej2320 Posts: 1,543
    Looks good Felix!

    What is the cassette setup you've got? I'm looking at going 1x10 at some point and like yourself it have to pedal up some steep climbs locally
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    ej2320 wrote:
    Looks good Felix!

    What is the cassette setup you've got? I'm looking at going 1x10 at some point and like yourself it have to pedal up some steep climbs locally

    11-40t (11-23t with 17t cog removed of an XT 11-34t cassette + the Absolute Black 28-40t adapter)

    Had to go down to a 28t chainring to be sure of getting up the big climbs but I'm loving the setup so far. Like I say I went through one ridiculous rocky section and would've put money that the chain had dropped. Gonna try and mount the GoPro pointing at the chainring just to see how secure it really is. Impressed so far
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • ej2320
    ej2320 Posts: 1,543
    I'm running an SLX cassette and I can't remove the 17t separately so I may invest in an XT cassette with a view to going 1x10

    I bet the clutch mech helps too.. I've really noticed a reduction in noise on mine and I can use the bigger chainring on rocky descents and not drop a chain

    On the topic of Votec bikes, I've noticed they've got some newer models out and they do look very temping for the price
  • BloggingFit
    BloggingFit Posts: 919
    AB set up looks good. Some form of guard would visually finish it.off as you say.
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  • ilovedirt
    ilovedirt Posts: 5,798
    I think it looks fine as it is.
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    ej2320 wrote:
    I'm running an SLX cassette and I can't remove the 17t separately so I may invest in an XT cassette with a view to going 1x10

    I bet the clutch mech helps too.. I've really noticed a reduction in noise on mine and I can use the bigger chainring on rocky descents and not drop a chain

    On the topic of Votec bikes, I've noticed they've got some newer models out and they do look very temping for the price

    You can remove the 11t on your SLX and get the AB 41mm lockring. Another way to do it
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • ej2320
    ej2320 Posts: 1,543
    edited July 2014
    ilovedirt wrote:
    I think it looks fine as it is.

    Yep. The holes aren't really noticeable

    But if it was me I'd probably put on a bash as the holes may as well be used and it may save the chainring
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    BloggingFit wrote:
    AB set up looks good. Some form of guard would visually finish it.off as you say.
    ilovedirt wrote:
    I think it looks fine as it is.

    I'm with BF - can't get that 2-piece Ti one out of my head now :wink:

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    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    ej2320 wrote:
    ilovedirt wrote:
    I think it looks fine as it is.

    Yep. The holes aren't really noticeable

    But if it was me I'd probably put on a bash as the holes may as well be used and it may save the chainring

    Doubt I'll hit anything got about 0.5m ground clearance now! :lol:

    Yeah, more just for aesthetics. New fork and XTR shifter is far more important :wink:
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • ej2320
    ej2320 Posts: 1,543
    felix.london wrote:
    ej2320 wrote:
    ilovedirt wrote:
    I think it looks fine as it is.

    Yep. The holes aren't really noticeable

    But if it was me I'd probably put on a bash as the holes may as well be used and it may save the chainring

    Doubt I'll hit anything got about 0.5m ground clearance now! :lol:

    Yeah, more just for aesthetics. New fork and XTR shifter is far more important :wink:

    Just noticed from the photo how much clearance there is!
    Oh well, a bash is a fairly cheap addition and that Ti bash thingy looks sweet!
    Fox 36 up front would look nice :lol:
  • ilovedirt
    ilovedirt Posts: 5,798
    Oh god, that Ti bash... *drools*
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    ilovedirt wrote:
    Oh god, that Ti bash... *drools*

    yep - he'll add a matte or gold anodised finish included in the price too

    think it's gonna have to be done...
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • BloggingFit
    BloggingFit Posts: 919
    The standard Ti finish would look good against the black and tie in with the fork stantions.
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  • ilovedirt
    ilovedirt Posts: 5,798
    What's that chainring? That looks very cool too.
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    ilovedirt wrote:
    What's that chainring? That looks very cool too.

    Custom Ti as well by the sounds of it...

    http://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/1602599/
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    A set of XT brakes for £100?...how could I resist, looks like the SLX are going back to their rightful home on the Rockhopper :)
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • BloggingFit
    BloggingFit Posts: 919
    Good deal aren't they. Makes XTR and Saint hard to justify at the moment at over double the cost.

    Any thoughts on that bash ring?
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    £104 with delivery to France and coming from UK so they'll be the 'right' way round. Sweet.

    Re. bashguard - those brakes have used up my monthly MTB budget so will have to wait. Absolute Black are apparently making a little bash for exactly this so I'll wait and see what they come up with.
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • aldo45
    aldo45 Posts: 13
    felix.london wrote:
    A set of XT brakes for £100?...how could I resist, looks like the SLX are going back to their rightful home on the Rockhopper :)

    Where can I find this deal?
  • BloggingFit
    BloggingFit Posts: 919
    How are you finding the cassette setup now after a few rides? Been looking at 11 speed for a new build but price jump is huge in comparison and I doubt the shift quality is that much better. Don't really.need the 40t where I am but good to have the option for the odd trip out.
    Bird Aeris : Trek Remedy 9.9 29er : Trek Procaliber 9.8 SL
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    aldo45 wrote:
    felix.london wrote:
    A set of XT brakes for £100?...how could I resist, looks like the SLX are going back to their rightful home on the Rockhopper :)

    Where can I find this deal?

    It was CRC's already low price plus a £15 discount code (JULY15) that expired yesterday.
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • CitizenLee
    CitizenLee Posts: 2,227
    felix.london wrote:
    ilovedirt wrote:
    Oh god, that Ti bash... *drools*

    yep - he'll add a matte or gold anodised finish included in the price too

    think it's gonna have to be done...

    I'm currently waiting for him to send me a price inc shipping so I can pay for it!

    I'll have to find some ti chainring bolts now though!
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