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New build?
« on: February 13, 2009, 07:16:34 PM »
well, like my Pumpkin, but, the frame really isn't set up for New England winter riding. rear shifter cable is now held by Velcro and tie warps and not sure how to get a good set up for the front derail  :undecided:  .... sooooooo  thinking of getting a new in expensive 29er frame and pulling my parts... (this free bike is costing me more and more)  What I want is a Fully.. but just WAY above my wallet's comprehension  :o soooo it's Hardtail.

Looking at trying out a Sette frame. they are on sale for 1/2 off right now and the polished alum look is kinda cool. It's only 3.5lbs also which is damn good for a 29er. I'm not THAT good of a rider that a steel frame is going to be a big diff to me as well as any high priced frame. Specially since this thing is basically my beater winter, foul weather ride.

Was also think of the On-One (from UK) but it's smallest size is 18.5... little big since I'm riding a 17 now and it's pushing my crouch height!

anyone have any good ideas?  like to keep it WELL under $500 for a frame.

sette frame link..

http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/18864-175_SETRZ8-3-Parts-429-29er-Parts/Sette-Razzo-29er-Hardtail-Frame.htm
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Re: New build?
« Reply #1 on: February 13, 2009, 07:46:15 PM »
Before i bought my EWR I was very very close to buying this:  http://vassagocycles.com/jabberwocky.html as a single speed, or the Bandersnatch as a geared bike. The frames look awesome.. its a cool company. Not to many ppl know about them but they ride very well ( my friend has one) and the name is just plain cool.. The orange paint job is awesome!! although the white is pretty damn cool too!!!
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Re: New build?
« Reply #2 on: February 13, 2009, 07:51:55 PM »
well I want multi speed for sure right now... not spending the $$ to get a single all set up and honestly I don't think I'd enjoy riding a SS in the snow as much   :wink: also they don't have any 16's in stock and no local dealers... :(

That and the Sette is a full pound lighter, not that that is a big deal to me, but it's a bonus!! ;D
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Re: New build?
« Reply #3 on: February 13, 2009, 08:02:22 PM »
my friend had the vassago Bandersnatch set up as a 27 speed.. then switched it to a 1x9 setup..
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Re: New build?
« Reply #4 on: February 13, 2009, 08:08:26 PM »
Quote from: hooples3 on February 13, 2009, 08:02:22 PM
my friend had the vassago Bandersnatch set up as a 27 speed.. then switched it to a 1x9 setup..

ya, I'm thinking it's going to become a 1x9, because I NEVER use the big ring, though I do switch down to a granny now and then in heavy snow and slop.. or climbing a big hill when I'm worn out   ::)
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Re: New build?
« Reply #5 on: February 13, 2009, 08:55:47 PM »
Stump rides a 1x9er. Redline 29er. He swears by it. And he rides it everywhere... I thought about that. I never use my big ring or granny gear either. It is comforting to know it's there I guess. The older I get, the more comforting too... I still like to ride strong, but I would give up the big ring first I suppose, if I had to make a choice...
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Re: New build?
« Reply #6 on: February 14, 2009, 06:42:24 AM »
you can go with something like this for a reasonable amount if money...
you would still have a granny but some extra weight as well

http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/13968-100_RACEB5-3-Parts-56-Cranks/Bolts/Race-Face-Evolve-DH-X-Type-Crankset-22_32_Bash.htm
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Re: New build?
« Reply #7 on: February 14, 2009, 07:22:58 AM »
Oh the cranks on the pumpkin will be going on it, just thinking about switching the outer ring for a bash and maybe taking the inner off all together.

If I do this I'll have the 17" Rockhopper frame, if someone is interested,...? would be a great Single Speed, which at this point I'm not interested in sooo...
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Re: New build?
« Reply #8 on: February 14, 2009, 08:31:26 AM »
hmmm well being 6'2" im a tad too big but I will as around.

Its a 29'er correct? what price would you want? I will ask around
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Re: New build?
« Reply #9 on: February 14, 2009, 09:05:58 AM »
yup.. 29er Rockhopper disc (no V mounts)

Orange, has a few scratches from being bungeed to my racks in the van but nothing bad.

I think the seat post and head set, Left shifter and front Derail will be staying with it.  has the sliding drop outs for geared or SS use.
link to specs
http://www.specialized.com/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?arc=2008&spid=34097

This is the original Bike... any realist offer would be good. I won the bike So I'm not out for top dollar, just something to take the sting out of getting a new one.

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Re: New build?
« Reply #10 on: February 15, 2009, 07:19:16 PM »
hmmm think I found a Fully frame I can talk my wallet into... :cheesy:
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Re: New build?
« Reply #11 on: February 16, 2009, 08:38:23 AM »
That's a sweet ride to look at hope it works out with da wallet.
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Re: New build?
« Reply #12 on: February 16, 2009, 11:35:06 AM »
ORDERED!!!!!!!! (wallet is all pissed off, but it'll get over it!  >:(, I'll just starve a few days  :tongue:)


Got the last one!! Am SOO glad I didn't let my wallet talk me into waiting...!! ;D

Should see it in a few days!!! WOOHOOO!!!!!
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Re: New build?
« Reply #13 on: February 16, 2009, 03:51:21 PM »
very very nice.. and i love the color..  ;D

cant wait to see it all built up...
are most of your parts transferable?
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Re: New build?
« Reply #14 on: February 16, 2009, 03:52:48 PM »
everything but the seat post...
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