Kazza the Tranny

So i decided to sell two of my bikes and build one, one was an Enduro 150mm and one is a 120mm 29er.
Unlike me, i did lots of reading and research and even a test ride. then bought something different
On the test ride the Carbine 29 had a set of pikes on it, they were so confidence inspiring, i decided what ever bike i built they were definatly going to be a must. The Carbine was lovely and rode well but for the money i just couldnt justify what the build would come out at.
Then as if by magic this turned up.

took a few weeks to go down and look at it, but eventually felt it in my hands, not the lightest of beast but felt very sturdy.
Got it home and started to search out the Forks, Wanted White ones to match the frame but the 160's only come in black as far as i can tell? So ordered these

Once i put up for sale and sell Beyonce (see signiture) i will order some new wheels with blue nipples

So last night i started building her up, some lovely little touches on the frame, and the routing took some head scratching as the image on the card was a tad confusing.


So she's fitted with a full XO groupset, just waiting on the forks. (i have some other wheels to use in the meantime)
Unlike me, i did lots of reading and research and even a test ride. then bought something different

On the test ride the Carbine 29 had a set of pikes on it, they were so confidence inspiring, i decided what ever bike i built they were definatly going to be a must. The Carbine was lovely and rode well but for the money i just couldnt justify what the build would come out at.
Then as if by magic this turned up.

took a few weeks to go down and look at it, but eventually felt it in my hands, not the lightest of beast but felt very sturdy.
Got it home and started to search out the Forks, Wanted White ones to match the frame but the 160's only come in black as far as i can tell? So ordered these

Once i put up for sale and sell Beyonce (see signiture) i will order some new wheels with blue nipples

So last night i started building her up, some lovely little touches on the frame, and the routing took some head scratching as the image on the card was a tad confusing.


So she's fitted with a full XO groupset, just waiting on the forks. (i have some other wheels to use in the meantime)
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Monsieur Monkey they are Light Bicycle wheels.
http://www.light-bicycle.com/all-mounta ... rlertJdV08
Again they get good reviews, silly light and strong. again the yanks love them.
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just more options going direct.
I would also take those weights with a +/- margin
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Sure it will be good though mate i just can't help but have a dig. like the transition bikes ride sweet.
Trying to figure out on my pay out next year if i should upgrade the Mondy or replace with 650b to keep up with the tech on wheels, tyres and forks in the future... i just love my dune so much..
Riding the big travel 29er was just what i was after, fast on the flats and uphills and point it down hill and all that travel will help with my lack of skill, Just like you
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yeh thing that puts me off spending all my cash on my 26" is the way everything seems to be moving away from it, if tyres choice becomes limited after spending 2k on bits i'd be put out to say the least lol.
long travel 29er... its sounds so i dont know... hippyish!!
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Not a total hippy, just a bit.. the free love bit eh
honestly though it does look really smart reckon it will be a great machine.
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Now you have my interest!
Should be an interesting build. Looking forward to seeing the full build, chap!
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Why, sir. I do believe you are trying to woo me.
It worked.
Surrey Hills you say?
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GT Arrowhead
GT Chucker XS1
Raleigh Mirage (Commuter)
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GT Arrowhead
GT Chucker XS1
Raleigh Mirage (Commuter)
Your mum's a big girl?
And
Got her built up with my other forks at the moment as the Pikes are delayed until the 15th which sucks!
Glad i went for the the Large as ETT is just right for me. Pedals well, just need the matchmaker to turn up today and i can take her out on the trails!
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Russyh, wont be clamping on the frame, its got cables and i wouldnt want to scratch her
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Does it not still have the same effect as if it were clamped on the stanchion? In other words pulling the stanchion out of its housing
Personally i would just build it without the stand because id be crapping my pants if i had a dropper and did that.
GT Arrowhead
GT Chucker XS1
Raleigh Mirage (Commuter)
Anyway, Matchmaker has turned up and was fitted, so all i need now is more air in the rear shock, and i can take her for a spin. Not sure if i want to get her dirty though :?
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I wonder why that is...
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Road - Wilier Izoard Centaur/Cube Agree C62 Disc
Allround - Cotic Solaris