Nine? Nine? Niner MCR!

I was looking for a new project for general tooling around on now the soul is just how I want it. So with a quick check of the spare parts bin a list was made and the search for a frame began. After being let down on a Canyon Grand Canyon AL, Lady Luck shined on me and I became the proud owner of a 853 steel niner MCR. I would have loved a carbon frame but I couldn't justify the expense for a second bike. I decided also I wanted something that was a different ride to the soul so dipping a toe into the 29er camp seemed like a good idea.


The frame has been repainted in orange apple green and the censored ipad camera doesn't do the frame justice.
I have ordered a set of decals to finish the job off.
So the build begins.......


The frame has been repainted in orange apple green and the censored ipad camera doesn't do the frame justice.
I have ordered a set of decals to finish the job off.
So the build begins.......
orange five 260
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
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This is my first set of rigids since my mongoose bmx back in the day :oops: but I thought if I wasn't having a carbon frame then carbon forks were a must! 8)
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Look forward to seeing what happens with it!
On-One Inbred
Trek Remedy 2014
But I can't find a rotor size restriction for the forks.Does any one have any experience on these forks?
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
On-One Inbred
Trek Remedy 2014
Coming think about it I think I used it on the orange G2 build.
Had a busy day swapping the crank set from the soul over and this what it looks like now.
The brake hoses need shortening, which is on the to do list with a trip to the old man to borrow his bleed kit and reclaim my chain splitter.
The FD is only slaved on and is a tad low which I will sort tomorrow.
So far I am pleased with the build and love the colour it looks like it is still wet
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
There's a surprisingly easy no-bleed way to do this, don't rush in before you've tried it!
XM-057 rigid 29er
Another Niner MCR on here recommends decent wheels, just a thought for you.
Ok could you send me a link please?
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
I have got a set of Charge saucer wheels which were reduced from £240 to £120 new inc delivery. they seemed to get a good write up for being stiff so will have to wait and see.
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Check manufacturers webby or just go to Youtube. Plenty of videos on how to shorten hoses. As above, you shouldn't need to bleed the system though
Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build
Trek Session 8
Yes it is I was surprised at the lack of interest tbh not that I am complaining
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Thanks I have had a look I was wondering if there was a different technique but it looks straight forward just disconnect at the lever but I bloody hate fitting those barbs in the hoses :roll:
Wish me luck
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
More pics as it progresses...........
Awaiting a few parts and a bit of free time and then I will update.
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Certainly:
Shortening hoses and bleeding Shimano M596 brakes
XM-057 rigid 29er
Many thank for that much appreciated.
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
That's the last parts I was waiting for so hopefully a picture update to follow soon.
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Got the tyres mounted and the wheels on tonight my fetish for skinwalls continues......
Not happy with the saddle so I think I may swap it for black or black and green charge scoop.
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
On-One Inbred
Trek Remedy 2014
Not yet still got to set up the brakes shorten the chain and set up gears so hopefully will test ride this weekend 8)
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
Charge don't seem to list them on their website as a spare which is a shame.The only other skin walls for a 29er I have found are Maxxis Ardent from wiggle or kenda small block 8 on the commencal site but they are only available with a wire bead and are very expensive when you add delivery.
If anyone knows any other options would be glad to know?
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
I have ordered a new saddle and a couple of bits and bobs to finish off just need some good weather now....
Niner MCR sold
Cotic Soul duck egg blue sold and regretted
Canyon nerve xc custom sold
Orange G2 sold
looks very nice (for a 29er, lol). Should have got a Solaris though
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