Post Pictures Of Your Rigs Here! (Part 2)

[Jeepmb]

Just keeping the forum fresh so you don’t go through 6 pages to see the latest bike. Here’s my bike, took my life savings to get it…



I’ve added fenders for riding around the neighborhood in rain (I’m 15 and this is my primary/only transport!) and much mud, scratches, duck tape, and new tires and grips there’s my bike.

[Bombardier]

Not a bad start, bro. 😎
It’s awesome you spent your savings on that Fuel instead of wasting it on a car.
I wish I had stuck with bikes when I turned 16 instead of blowing my cash on a car that just ended up making me more broke…. It helped with the ladies, but I rapidly found out that girls who will only date a guy because he’s got a car ain’t worth spit. And I never lived far enough away from my jobs that I [u:okd65j30]needed[/u:okd65j30] a car.
Now all you need to do is find a girl that loves to ride, and everything will be right with the world. 😼
My wife and I use those same fenders, they’ll keep your frame nice & pretty too. I dig that color blue that Trek & Fisher uses.[/u]

[Nightmare197]

Here is my ALL in one bike it’s my main transport bike to go to work everyday and with a tire change it’s a XC machine… It’s mostly stock… My next upgrade will be a pair of avid SD7 to replace my generic Vbrakes

[GreenGiant]

Why not get BB7s? Those hubs look like they can mount rotors.

[Nightmare197]

they do but a set of sd7 with Ti levelers is 80$ shipped + low maintenance + i do XC and road so no need for $$$ disc brakes here if i would do a lot of XC with DH then maybe… Anyways the SD7 are as good as a mechanical disc brake…

[coffeebeans]

Here is my noble steed. Her name is Carla. I’ve always loved bikes and whatnot, but this was my first real big investment into it (comparing with Wal-Mart bikes, etc.) The only things I don’t like is the crank and the rims. The crank wobbles after a few hard rides and the rims are no-name and they have bent easily on me. 😢

[Bombardier]

Look for a set of Alex rims. They’re lightweight, but have stood up to a lot of abuse when I had them. Find out what your bottom bracket shell size is, and get a new BB w/ crankset. Bottom brackets are cheap, and a set of Truvativ FireX cranks are a good start.
Also, you might want to go with a 100mm stem w/ no rise, that stem you’ve got is a cheapo touring setup, and a different stem will turn your bike into a totally different experience. Switch to some clip-in pedals, and you’ll be set! 😃

[coffeebeans]

Handlebars and a stem are next on my list. I might be paranoid but I’m wondering if my bars are slightly bent now. I took a nasty fall a few weeks back. What would you recommend other than just 100 mm? What sort of brand, etc?

[yellowdman]

My new ultimate extreme cross country trail bike! Customized 2008 Trek Fuel EX9. Bike: 2008 Trek Fuel EX9 17.5", Fork: 2008 Fox Talas 36 RC2, Headset: Chris King Dread Set, Brakes: 2008 Shimano XT 180mm-F and 170mm-R, Stem: Bontrager Race X Lite 60mm 7 deg. rise, Bars: Stock Bontrager Race Lite 650mm 40mm rise 7deg. sweep O.S., Grips: ODI Ruffian Lockons, Wheels: Bontrager Rhythm Elite 20mm Front Wheel – Q/R Rear Wheel Tubeless, Tires: Maxxis Advantage 2.4 Front and Bontrager Jones XC 2.2 Rear both ran tubeless, Cranks: Stock 2008 Shimano XT, Pedal: Shimano XTR, Chain: Shimano XTR 9spd, Cassette: Shimano XT 11-32, Front Derailleur: Stock 2008 Shimano XT, Rear Derailleur: 2008 Shimano XTR Shadow SGS Cage, Shifters: Shimano XTR, Shock: Stock 2008 Fox Float RP23, Seatpost: Stock Bontrager Race Lite 31.6, Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Ti 135g (really 144g), Bottle Cage: Blackburn Carbon. As is with everything listed here this bike weighs in at 28.8 pounds and it could be made lighter really easy. This bike stock with it’s Fox Talas 32 RL and pedals weighed in at 28 pounds. The Talas 36 I installed is a little over a pound heavier than the stock Talas 32 RL I took off. Not bad! 😃
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[AK_Dan]

That is Very Nice!

[Sailor]

Pivot Mach 4

[fattyclark]

Here is my 1st true XC race bike.
The Frame is Mostly Carbon Fiber. It rides like a dream. It is a little heavy right now but I will get her down in weight in time for next season. 😃

Me on my way to first place in my third race of the year. 😎

Me coming out of the trail 3 hours into a 6 hour endurance race were I got third place.

[steve32300]

Nice pics fatty,your gonna have to change your handle because your not lookin so fat anymore dude.hahahahalooking good man,keep up the racing,looks like your really enjoying yourself man.

[fattyclark]

I am still a Clydesdale I was 238 at the docs but I had big lunch before that.

the reason I was at the docs is because there is something up with me. I can’t lose weight, unless I get food poisoning 😮. But at least I am not gaining any tho. But thats thanks to 100 to 250 miles a week of riding on none race weeks. 😛 I can’t cut anymore calories or I would not be able to function.

I got a race tomorrow, my class has to do three laps for a grand total of 30 miles, and it is going to hot out.And the trail is pretty muddy. I think I got a chance of winning it. You may be talking to the future USAC Michigan State Champ Clydesdale.

[TSD]

"yellowdman" wrote

My new ultimate extreme cross country trail bike! Customized 2008 Trek Fuel EX9. Bike: 2008 Trek Fuel EX9 17.5", Fork: 2008 Fox Talas 36 RC2, Headset: Chris King Dread Set, Brakes: 2008 Shimano XT 180mm-F and 170mm-R, Stem: Bontrager Race X Lite 60mm 7 deg. rise, Bars: Stock Bontrager Race Lite 650mm 40mm rise 7deg. sweep O.S., Grips: ODI Ruffian Lockons, Wheels: Bontrager Rhythm Elite 20mm Front Wheel – Q/R Rear Wheel Tubeless, Tires: Maxxis Advantage 2.4 Front and Bontrager Jones XC 2.2 Rear both ran tubeless, Cranks: Stock 2008 Shimano XT, Pedal: Shimano XTR, Chain: Shimano XTR 9spd, Cassette: Shimano XT 11-32, Front Derailleur: Stock 2008 Shimano XT, Rear Derailleur: 2008 Shimano XTR Shadow SGS Cage, Shifters: Shimano XTR, Shock: Stock 2008 Fox Float RP23, Seatpost: Stock Bontrager Race Lite 31.6, Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Ti 135g (really 144g), Bottle Cage: Blackburn Carbon. As is with everything listed here this bike weighs in at 28.8 pounds and it could be made lighter really easy. This bike stock with it’s Fox Talas 32 RL and pedals weighed in at 28 pounds. The Talas 36 I installed is a little over a pound heavier than the stock Talas 32 RL I took off. Not bad! 😃
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I dig it!

[Mark Larson]

Here is my little slice of MTB

and the wife’s ride..

[FinsFan]

Here is my entry level bike that I am still beating on 4 years later 😃

[spazjensen]

That Sinister R9 looks absolutely awesome. Other than that, I am left speechless.

[flamdrag8]

I can’t ever get the pics to come up like I want them.

[Syd Patricio]

how do i add an image??
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[markgowan]

Here’s my sweeties:
I threw in both because we don’t want one gettin’ jealous 😃

Here’s the adress

http://www.flickr.com/photos/helle_gowa … 4104/show/

[Code_Rage]

My slightly upgraded Dicks Warrior 1.2 special. I love this bike.

[Jason_B.]

My Gary Fisher Hifi Plus

[fattyclark]

Well here are my two rigs:

The 1st is my Dirt Jump/ Urban Bike

The next one is XC race machine:

It is a KHS Alite 3000 and I love this frame.

Check out the carbon( no that isn’t carbon over metal tubes either)lol

[Keldog7]

Just after a nice wash and chain cleaning (I had taken it to the beach, it was covered with salt).. aside from the Cateye computer and Trek seat bag, the bike is bone stock. Sure is fun to ride, though..

[cujo]

Here’s my pride and joy. Man, I love this bike…
’07 Specialized Enduro Pro SL Carbon w/ Syncros DS28 Rims

[cujo]

All is good and I’m loving this weather. Been riding like a fool. 😃

[Code_Rage]

Just picked this puppy up at free flite in Marietta Georgia. Haven’t hit the trails with it but man its been fun doing a little urban riding with it. Have nothing bad to say about it!

Oh, and the guys at free flite are simply awesome! Michelle and Travis were great to work with and very accommodating. It was worth the 1000 mile round day trip. You guys really need to do something about 75 between Macon and Adel though, thats just ridiculous in the rain..😀

[rich67]

Here are my two rides:
08 Trek 4300 and 07 Trek Fuel EX6.




I just recently picked up the Fuel, and I love it. I keep the HT for the road riding I do occasionally, and use the FS when I ride out in Alafia, Santos,etc. I plan on heading west in May, so the FS is going with me. Moab and Fruita should be comfy with the Fuel.

[Syd Patricio]

Well thats a nice Gary Fisher and the Trek fuel looks like it will be fun…Enjoy Guy’s

[Syd Patricio]

2009 Opus Maadh1
Stroker Aces
Mavic Crosslines.
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I love the art work.[/img]

[pete516]

my new and first real bike…just gettin into it but im lovin it…[/list][/url]

[AK_Dan]

Nice.
I have been eyeballin one of these myself, I am looking at a couple of used bikes but if they dont measure up Ill be riding a RIZE too!
Love the Made in the USA part!

[pete516]

havnt rode the bike yet shoud be ready friday.. im pretty sure im gonna love it as its my first real bike and i cant compare it to anything….

have you heard any good / bad things about it…??

[AK_Dan]

There seems to be a lot of bikes in this price range, $22- 2500, almost too many choices, High end bikes w/low end components or low end bikes w/high end compnents, this model seemed to have decent frame and components for the $ spent.
Myself after having a couple bikes want to get back to the VPP style rear suspension and I want adjustable forks- no more of the ‘one tension fits all riders regardless of their weight’ front ends for me. So really, the FOX components, frame style and the Canondale name has me sold, in the price range Im looking at.

[pete516]

thanks for the info my man….

[AK_Dan]

‘08 TOMAC Snyper 140-1

5“+ travel both ends
Fox Float 32 RL
Fox 23 RP
Shimano XT & XTR
Avid Juicy Carbon w/8â€

[steve32300]

Those snipers are really cool looking dude.I almost test rode one at fruita fat tire festival last year but they already had the bikes loaded up in the trailer.

[Mitch_A]

After 21 years I’ve decided to retire my Specialized Stumpjumper Comp and buy a Full suspension ride.

Due to availability I’ve decided on a Haro Extreme X6 Comp. So far Im very pleased with it. The transition from a rigid to full suspension ride was a little bit more difficult than I expected but after a few rides the Haro has swayed me.

[steve32300]

After 21 years I’ve decided to retire my Specialized Stumpjumper Comp and buy a Full suspension ride.

Nice full susser dude,how do you like it so far?I bet you got some gettin used to it after 21 years on a rigid.Which by the way,I would love to see a pic of your stumpjumper if you got one,I ride an 07′ stumpjumper so I’m curious to see you olde sj stand by.[/quote]

[IATyler]

"Code_Rage" wrote

My slightly upgraded Dicks Warrior 1.2 special. I love this bike.

You brewing some moonshine, WTF is that thing in the backround

[Mitch_A]

"steve32300" wrote

After 21 years I’ve decided to retire my Specialized Stumpjumper Comp and buy a Full suspension ride.

Nice full susser dude,how do you like it so far?I bet you got some gettin used to it after 21 years on a rigid.Which by the way,I would love to see a pic of your stumpjumper if you got one,I ride an 07′ stumpjumper so I’m curious to see you olde sj stand by.

[/quote]

Thx Steve.

I’m happy with the new Bike. The Marzocchi 55RS shocks seem too soft, my 220lbs sitting flat sinks her almost 3 inches. All in all a very solid rig though. The hydraulic brakes are simply fantastic. My brake points have been drastically reduced. I’m still tweaking the shocks but the more I ride the closer I can get to a perfect setup.

Here is a pic of my Stumpjumper.

[steve32300]

Thx Steve.

I’m happy with the new Bike. The Marzocchi 55RS shocks seem too soft, my 220lbs sitting flat sinks her almost 3 inches. All in all a very solid rig though. The hydraulic brakes are simply fantastic. My brake points have been drastically reduced. I’m still tweaking the shocks but the more I ride the closer I can get to a perfect setup.

Here is a pic of my Stumpjumper.

Dude,that bike is freakin awsome.It just screams the roots of mtn. biking,and I cant believe you’ve been riding that thing for 21 years.You need a medal.When I bought my 07′ stumpjumper,one of the biggest reasons I picked it was because the front and rear suspension could be locked out so I can ride it like rigid on the trails and then have some suspension for the downhill stuff so I can have the best of both worlds.I dont even use my suspension on technical sections.I have been planning on building a rigid specific bike but cant quite come up with money just yet.
You’ll have to review your two bikes with all the details of the differences from your experiences making the change from rigid to full susser.Pretty please????hahaha.

p.s….Hold onto that bike and dont sell it,but if you do please let me know before you do.

[steve32300]

"steve32300" wrote

Thx Steve.

I’m happy with the new Bike. The Marzocchi 55RS shocks seem too soft, my 220lbs sitting flat sinks her almost 3 inches. All in all a very solid rig though. The hydraulic brakes are simply fantastic. My brake points have been drastically reduced. I’m still tweaking the shocks but the more I ride the closer I can get to a perfect setup.

Here is a pic of my Stumpjumper.

Dude,that bike is freakin awsome.It just screams the roots of mtn. biking,and I cant believe you’ve been riding that thing for 21 years.You need a medal.When I bought my 07′ stumpjumper,one of the biggest reasons I picked it was because the front and rear suspension could be locked out so I can ride it like rigid on the trails and then have some suspension for the downhill stuff so I can have the best of both worlds.I dont even use my suspension on technical sections.I have been planning on building a rigid specific bike but cant quite come up with money just yet.
You’ll have to review your two bikes with all the details of the differences from your experiences making the change from rigid to full susser.Pretty please????hahaha.

p.s….Hold onto that bike and dont sell it,but if you do please let me know before you do.

[Mitch_A]

"Mongoose" wrote

[quote="Mitch_A":3ctez74d]The Marzocchi 55RS shocks seem too soft, my 220lbs sitting flat sinks her almost 3 inches.

Hey Mitch,

What is your sag?

If you have 25%-28% sag, then you have the correct spring, then you just need to boost compression. If your sag is higher than stated, get new spring. I think that they only make one spring for this shock, but not quite sure bro.[/quote:3ctez74d]

Hi Mongoose,

Getting info on these Marzochi shocks has been difficult to say the least. How would I boost compression? I only have a single adjustment for rebound. Stronger springs I would guess is my only option but I can;t find anything about upgrading the stock springs. Anyone have any other ideas?

The Fox Van R rear shock works perfectly.

[Mitch_A]

"steve32300" wrote

Thx Steve.

I’m happy with the new Bike. The Marzocchi 55RS shocks seem too soft, my 220lbs sitting flat sinks her almost 3 inches. All in all a very solid rig though. The hydraulic brakes are simply fantastic. My brake points have been drastically reduced. I’m still tweaking the shocks but the more I ride the closer I can get to a perfect setup.

Here is a pic of my Stumpjumper.

Dude,that bike is freakin awsome.It just screams the roots of mtn. biking,and I cant believe you’ve been riding that thing for 21 years.You need a medal.When I bought my 07′ stumpjumper,one of the biggest reasons I picked it was because the front and rear suspension could be locked out so I can ride it like rigid on the trails and then have some suspension for the downhill stuff so I can have the best of both worlds.I dont even use my suspension on technical sections.I have been planning on building a rigid specific bike but cant quite come up with money just yet.
You’ll have to review your two bikes with all the details of the differences from your experiences making the change from rigid to full susser.Pretty please????hahaha.

p.s….Hold onto that bike and sell it,but if you do please let me know before you do.

I’m keeping her, sorry mate 😀

Give me some more time riding the Haro and I’ll put together a review for ya.

[GoldenGoose]

I don’t think I ever posted a pic of my rebuilt Liquid.
Originally just wanted an updated drivetrain.
Had fun rebuilding her and got carried away.
Ended up replacing everything but the seatpost clamp.

Murphy decided he wanted to be in the pic from the side.

Rebuilt with a full XT drivetrain and Ritchey cockpit.
A 145mm Nixon with 20mm through axle finishes the steering.
Swapped out the old brakes for some BB7s and put some flashy new Wind Cutter rotors on it.
Thomson seatpost and WTB Rocket V saddle keep the rump right.
Pictured with my beater set of "freeride" wheels.

[Asfyxiate]

Oh man, I love the Alligator Wind-Cutters, they remind me of saw [i:29z7o2g9]blades[/i:29z7o2g9] almost, haha. You got a sweet ride my man. Nicely done.

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

Ok, here’s my new ride that I just put into service this spring.
I bought the frame from a local guy via ebay, and then spent the rest of the winter tracking down components.

(Yes, I’ve since removed the yellow sticker)

And not to forget the old hardtail I started on:
(It’s now my commuter bike)

[grizzly]

My Trek Fuel. Still need to replace the front fork, but very trail worthy.

[aL1]

Just added Cane Creek Ergo Bar Ends

[aL1]

"Mongoose" wrote

Gnarly bro! I love that hot orange color. 😄 😄 😄

Thanks bro’ 😄

[cujo]

Here’s my pride and joy:

[LarryGScott]

Avalanche 3.0. Don’t know what year
Shimano front derailer
Shimano Acero rear derailer
SR Suntour crankset
RST Capa CL forks
Tektro V-Brakes front and rear
I hate the grips on this bike. They get very uncomfortable after just a few minutes of riding.


I think it looks right at home sitting in front of the cottage we have on our property 😀

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

"aL1" wrote

LOL…I have a jersey that EXACTLY matches your bike color!

[rajflyboy]

Very nice bike

[LarryGScott]

"maddslacker" wrote

[quote="aL1":ioenhe35]

LOL…I have a jersey that EXACTLY matches your bike color![/quote:ioenhe35]
You ain’t a Tennessee fan are you?

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

Uh, no…

[LarryGScott]

"maddslacker" wrote

Uh, no…

Good![color=darkred:254cc8dv] Roll Tide!!!!![/color:254cc8dv]

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

Again, no…LOL

[spazjensen]

"LarryGScott" wrote

[quote="maddslacker":840by2ut]Uh, no…

Good![color=darkred:840by2ut] Roll Tide!!!!![/color:840by2ut][/quote:840by2ut]

Sorry every one but I just have to put this:

[size=200:840by2ut]WAR EAGLE[/size:840by2ut]

[chris1911]

09 Gary Fisher Wahoo disc.

Upgraded quite a few components on it.

Fox 32 F100
RaceFace Deus XC handlebars and stem
RaceFace Evolve XC seat post
WTB Pure V Race saddle
ODI Yeti lock on grips
RaceFace Evolve XC cranks and BB
Crank Brothers Candy C pedals
Deore LX dereuller
Deore 9 sp cassette and XT chain
SLX shifters
XTR brake levers

[modwr]

There are a lot of great bikes in this thread. Here is my current ride – an ’09 Stumpjumper FSR Comp I purchased a couple of months ago.

[chris1911]

Ibex Asta

[Funrover]

Geared

SS

[MINIC]

"Code_Rage" wrote

Just picked this puppy up at free flite in Marietta Georgia. Haven’t hit the trails with it but man its been fun doing a little urban riding with it. Have nothing bad to say about it!

Oh, and the guys at free flite are simply awesome! Michelle and Travis were great to work with and very accommodating. It was worth the 1000 mile round day trip. You guys really need to do something about 75 between Macon and Adel though, thats just ridiculous in the rain..😀

Nice rig and the home made all grain brewing system look great. Did you weld the stand yourself? Been brewing since the 90’s, won some awards too. Noticed the bottles off to the left. I only keg except for competition. What did you brew.
Cheers

[propwash]

[fat_boy]

[GALAXY]

I like that Parker,I rode one of those a few weeks ago and it was very nice.

[jboyd122]

"chris1911" wrote

09 Gary Fisher Wahoo disc.

Upgraded quite a few components on it.

RaceFace Deus XC handlebars and stem
RaceFace Evolve XC seat post
WTB Pure V Race saddle
ODI Yeti lock on grips
RaceFace Evolve XC cranks and BB
Azonic Accelerator pedals
Deore LX dereuller
Deore 9 sp cassette and XT chain
SLX shifters
XTR brake levers

Chris,

How are you liking your Wahoo? I have the 09 Wahoo without the disc brakes, upgrading them to Avid BB7’s/Mavic EN321 disc/Shimano XT hubs in January. Of your upgrades what have you liked most? What has missed the mark?

[trailrider247]

heres a pic of my 09 mongoose teocali super with a view of pikes peak in background

[Dustin Gaddis]

FRAME: Vassago Jabberwocky, 18"
FORK: White Brothers Rock Solid Carbon
HEADSET: Cane Creek S3
STEM: Thomson
BARS: Race Face NEXT
GRIPS: Ergon…with the magnesium barends
BRAKES: Avid Elixer R
SEAT POST CLAMP: Surly
SEAT POST: Thomson
SEAT: WTB Rocket V
CRANKS: Shimano XT
CHAINRING: Surly 32T
COG: Surly 18T
PEDALS: Crank Brothers Candy
HUBS: American Classic
SPOKES: DT Swiss 14G
RIMS: Stans ZTR-Arch 29er
F. TIRE: 2.4" Continental Mountain King
R. TIRE: 2.1" Kenda Small Block 8
WEIGHT: 22.8 (w/o the seat bag)

[Greg Heil ✓ supporter]

"trailrider247" wrote

heres a pic of my 09 mongoose teocali super with a view of pikes peak in background

nice shot, and nice bike!

[trailrider247]

"Goo" wrote

nice shot, and nice bike!

thanks man alot of my riding buddies give me crap for going from a specialized to a mongoose but i think this bike handles/rides better than my enduro did

[Bob_the_Builder]

Here’s the tired old beast:

[Greg Heil ✓ supporter]

"trailrider247" wrote

[quote="Goo":2pws7gjk]nice shot, and nice bike!

thanks man alot of my riding buddies give me crap for going from a specialized to a mongoose but i think this bike handles/rides better than my enduro did[/quote:2pws7gjk]

what, you went from a specialized to a mongoose?

[trailrider247]

"Goo" wrote

what, you went from a specialized to a mongoose?

yeah crazy huh, i had a 05 specialized enduro and got in to a accident and the frame got tweaked pretty bad, i was going to get a 09 enduro until i saw that freedrive system on the mongoose and went out for a demo and it felt better to me than the fsr link from specialized so i got the mongoose and havent looked back 😃

[Greg Heil ✓ supporter]

"trailrider247" wrote

[quote="Goo":2cmh1lq7]what, you went from a specialized to a mongoose?

yeah crazy huh, i had a 05 specialized enduro and got in to a accident and the frame got tweaked pretty bad, i was going to get a 09 enduro until i saw that freedrive system on the mongoose and went out for a demo and it felt better to me than the fsr link from specialized so i got the mongoose and havent looked back 😃[/quote:2cmh1lq7]

sweet, glad you like it!

i’ve heard the the new redesign on the enduro kicks some serious tail

[trailrider247]

i heard that the new enduros are sweet, the guys at my LBS have some in stock and they look nice im just waiting for them to have some available for demo so i can check one out

[Funrover]

"trailrider247" wrote

heres a pic of my 09 mongoose teocali super with a view of pikes peak in background

I miss Palmer Park….

[Reserverockhopper]

One of my GT idrives on Tsali….before I knew to take the reflectors off the spokes!

[chris1911]

"jboyd122" wrote

[quote="chris1911":y0luttw1]09 Gary Fisher Wahoo disc.

Upgraded quite a few components on it.

RaceFace Deus XC handlebars and stem
RaceFace Evolve XC seat post
WTB Pure V Race saddle
ODI Yeti lock on grips
RaceFace Evolve XC cranks and BB
Azonic Accelerator pedals
Deore LX dereuller
Deore 9 sp cassette and XT chain
SLX shifters
XTR brake levers

Chris,

How are you liking your Wahoo? I have the 09 Wahoo without the disc brakes, upgrading them to Avid BB7’s/Mavic EN321 disc/Shimano XT hubs in January. Of your upgrades what have you liked most? What has missed the mark?[/quote:y0luttw1]

Sorry for the late reply.

It was ok for a first bike, but i had gotten the itch for full suspension and stopped riding it toward the end of the summer after replacing pretty much everything on it.

I would say the best thing i did to it was get rid of the crappy fork. Stuck a Fox F100 RL on it couldn’t believe the difference. Even though it wasn’t G2, i thought it still handled good, probably better.

[jboyd122]

"chris1911" wrote

Sorry for the late reply.

It was ok for a first bike, but i had gotten the itch for full suspension and stopped riding it toward the end of the summer after replacing pretty much everything on it.

I would say the best thing i did to it was get rid of the crappy fork. Stuck a Fox F100 RL on it couldn’t believe the difference. Even though it wasn’t G2, i thought it still handled good, probably better.

I have already started gutting it. I changed out the wheelset, added Avid BB7’s and just upgraded the Suntour fork to the Rock Shox Tora SL that comes on the Tassajara. I’m looking at a full replacement of the drivetrain after this upcoming season. I think it’s a great bike for a hardtail and will be even better once I finish upgrading the stock componetry. I’m not sure when or if I will go for a full suspension rig. I’m going to try out some XC races this summer and see how they go.

Thanks for the reply. BTW what are you riding now?

[chris1911]

"jboyd122" wrote

[quote="chris1911":339aj2zc]
Sorry for the late reply.

It was ok for a first bike, but i had gotten the itch for full suspension and stopped riding it toward the end of the summer after replacing pretty much everything on it.

I would say the best thing i did to it was get rid of the crappy fork. Stuck a Fox F100 RL on it couldn’t believe the difference. Even though it wasn’t G2, i thought it still handled good, probably better.

I have already started gutting it. I changed out the wheelset, added Avid BB7’s and just upgraded the Suntour fork to the Rock Shox Tora SL that comes on the Tassajara. I’m looking at a full replacement of the drivetrain after this upcoming season. I think it’s a great bike for a hardtail and will be even better once I finish upgrading the stock componetry. I’m not sure when or if I will go for a full suspension rig. I’m going to try out some XC races this summer and see how they go.

Thanks for the reply. BTW what are you riding now?[/quote:339aj2zc]

See two posts below my Wahoo. I updated the Wahoo pics to what it looked like before i got rid of it.

I am building up a Yeti ASR right now.

[GoldenGoose]

Is that an ’06 Nixon on your ride Chili?

[GoldenGoose]

They are awesome forks! Have the ’06 Super Intrinsic version on one of my bikes and love it. Was thinking about opening her up just to see what makes her tick even though I have never had a problem with her in 3 years of riding. They really do take anything you throw at them and simply smile and ask for more.

[GoldenGoose]

No. I think the SPV was only available on TPC versions. The Intrinsics use an air cartridge that ramps up at the end of the forks travel and gives it a smooth feel on bigger hits.

Originally bought the fork with the intentions of doing more FR but never really got into that style that much. Still love it as an aggresive trail fork. Really soaks up rocks and makes you [i:195jfvkm]want[/i:195jfvkm] to get airborne.

[8valvegrowl]

My ’08 Dawg after my last ride of the ’09 season (mid-November, here in VT)

Currently, she’s all apart on my workstand/bench getting refurbed and getting some trick new components for the ’10 season! Goal for this season is sub-30 pounds (currently around 32.)

My first full-susser (and second Kona). So far I love it….it was close to three times what I’ve ever spent on a bike before.

[SwampCobra]

My Dawes Deadeye 29er…

Doug 😉

[Dustin Gaddis]

I’m diggin the lime green + neon orange combo!

[8valvegrowl]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

Nice Kona! 😃

Thanks! It’s really one of the best "do-it-all" bikes I’ve ever ridden. Climbs like a monkey, descends like a bat-outta-hell, and I’ve hucked it off a few good kickers and drops and it’s never complained (other than tacoing a front wheel on a botched soft landing). It may not be the most sophisticated design, or the lightest/strongest, but it’s chock full o’ fun, which is what I like.

And SwampCobra, it’s a trifecta…I agree that color combo is sick!

[FBTrek321]

8valvegrowl how do you like those pedals you have on your kona?

was thinking of getting some, is it easy to ride them not clipped in? i love the efficiency of the clip but sometimes they are just far to dangerous to be locked in…

[wuznme]

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my 08 KONA DAWG DELUXE

[8valvegrowl]

Way to one up me wuznme! Nice Dawg Dee…How do you like it? My goal is to build mine up to almost Dawg Supreme spec…

FBTrek321: ChiliPepper nailed it….the Mallet is a really good pedal. It’s easy to get in and out of (especially on a bail), and is pretty grippy to ride on without being clipped in. Sheds mud easily too.

[GALAXY]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

Here is my newly improved and upgraded steeds:

My main steed;

My sole FR steed:

I like those Totems,those look really good on there.That also looks like a fun little drop!

[DoMo33]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

[quote="SwampCobra":lsojvry7]My Dawes Deadeye 29er…

Doug 😉

Not crazy about 29’ers, but I have to strongly agree with ‘dgaddis’ here…..I am truly diggin that ultra lime green & neon orange. That is soooo sick looking bro! 😄[/quote:lsojvry7]

Thanx dgaddis & Chilipepper ! Its at my LBS right now, being "geared". I’m gonna take the SS parts and use them on my other project, a Santa Cruz Chameleon.

Doug 😎

[wuznme]

"8valvegrowl" wrote

Way to one up me wuznme! Nice Dawg Dee…How do you like it? My goal is to build mine up to almost Dawg Supreme spec…

Haha…. so far so good. I just got it recently so I only have a couple of rides on it. It’s been a dozen years or so since I’ve ridden regularly. Can’t wait for the weather to improve here in CT.

[GALAXY]

[GoldenGoose]

Now Singletracks has there own bike brand as well! It HAS to be an EPIC ride!

[chris1911]

2009 Yeti AS-R
Fork: Fox 32 F100
Wheels: DT Swiss XR 4.2 w/ XT hubs and DT spokes (built by BWW)
Tires: Maxxis Ignitors
Cranks: SLX
Front Der: XT
Rear Der: XT
Shifters: SLX
Brakes: Elixir R
Bars: Monkeylite XC
Stem: Thomson
Seatpost: Thomson
Saddle: Ritchey Streem-2 Pro
Pedals: Crank Bros Candy C

[AK_Dan]

Love that Yeti! I almost ended up on a 575 instead of this one-

An ‘08 Tomac Snyper 140-1

Still mostly stock other than the Joplin seat post, a new set of Race Face XC cranks/ rings/ bottom bracket, and a ‘heavy duty cause you ride like an animal’ (according to Tomac) replacement swingarm.
I picked up a 2.35 Kenda Blue Groove tire from the rep a couple weeks ago that is just a grippin SOB!
Note there are thorns on everything here! Am so tired of flats, am running slime tubes now which help but will be switching over to Stans Notubes if I stay in the area.

[Slow]

2010 Niner WFO 9.
Just put it together.
Marzocchi 44 Micro Ti front fork, Fox RP23 shock with boost valve.

[Slow]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

I used to have the same issue, so I went to Photobucket.com (which is FREE to join) and downloaded the pics from my computer to Photobucket and then copied the "IMG Code" from Photobucket and then transferred them to Singletracks forum. Works great now! Try it , and it should work for you if that is the issue you are having.

I appreciate the knowledge. I just posted some pics and they came out great. Thanks.

[Dustin Gaddis]

That WFO is slick man. It’s pretty clear that you thought about every little detail of the bike. Looks VERY nice. Now go get some dirt on it!

[sevendaysoff]

i’ll play. here’s my trek 3900 hard tail. nice bikes everyone.

[Slow]

i like the color. AND its in the kitchen where it belongs when you’re not riding it!!! That way you can share a moment with it every time you grab another beer!! I like your thinking.

[sevendaysoff]

"Slow" wrote

i like the color. AND its in the kitchen where it belongs when you’re not riding it!!! That way you can share a moment with it every time you grab another beer!! I like your thinking.

lol, and that i do! it does reside right on the other side of the kitchen counter, as i dont have a garage. so i get to eat and watch TV with it. thanks for the compliments!

[sinister.designs]

My 09 GT force 2.0 awesome bike imo.

[propwash]

Hey sinister, is that photo taken in black forest area ?

[sinister.designs]

No it was taken in Australia, I only moved to Co this Feb.

[propwash]

thanks !

[GALAXY]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

[quote="GALAXY":scbwypr4]

I almost forgot to mention GALAXY, that is a sweet bridge skinny. 😄[/quote:scbwypr4]

Thank you man,it is very fun in a mostly flat yard!

The Blackcomb’s days are numbered…got a hold of a K2 frame like I used to have on the Disco Monkey.

The 2000 K2 Evo 3.0…

That is a nice lookin GT sinister.designs !

[GALAXY]

"sevendaysoff" wrote

i’ll play. here’s my trek 3900 hard tail. nice bikes everyone.

Very nice lookin hardtail!

[sevendaysoff]

thanks galaxy. she hasnt let me down yet!

[GALAXY]

Here’s the beast,haha…all assembled and riding nicely.

New wheels and brakes coming next!

[sevendaysoff]

nice galaxy! I got my azonic’s outlaw’s from jensonUSA for cheap. they were last years models but had a couple hundred bucks knocked off. I’ve put them through hell and back and they’re still perfectly in true. just FYI

[GALAXY]

I’ll look into those but the WTB laserdisc FR is what I’d really like.

[BUDDAH]

Thought i’d share a little nastalgia with ya’ll, this here is my friendly commuter.
Not sure on the year so if anybody has and idea im open to suggestion.
As far as i know from what my boss told me (cause he gave it to me) it’s from late 90’s ( 97-99 )
or early 2000’s.
Gary Fisher Advance (not sure if thats the model but thats what it says on the top tube) 21 speed
shimano DT, GF switchbax tires, not sure of the rims, the only thing i changed out is the seat Schwinn comfort seat for commute. I will be swapping tires to some city slickers for less rolling resistance…

[Dustin Gaddis]

Looks more like early 90’s to me.

This is my ’91 Trek 830 Antelope, which I converted to a commuter when my grandpa gave it to me. I was only 5 when he bought the bike, he still had the owners manual and even the receipt! These pics are before I changed anything, aka, it’s pimp stock. The frame looks pretty similar to yours, especially the drop outs.

[trailrider247]

hey Buddah, i think your bike is a some where between 90-95, Gary Fisher quit making the Advance for a few years and brought it back in 2003 i think, all the newer models from 03 till now have a suspension fork on them.

[seenvic ✓ supporter]

If the fisher has push/push shifters, it is a 1991.

That is the only year Shimano made those. Kinda looks like they may be push/push

[BUDDAH]

Actually now that you menton the shifters, i changed those out cus they stop working within the first 3 days of ridiing due in part it not being used in 10 years. First one was the front and i got stuck riding home in the small ring and rode to work the next day like that so i can take the bike to the shop. Rear one busted 2 days later. The bike was only used 5-6 times tops cus my boss is a 77year old roadie at heart so he never got into the MTB scene. The og shifters i think were push/push, if by push/push you mean they were both thumb action to shift then yes. The shifters i have on there now are both shimano but they are not the same, one was 10$ and the other was free courtesy of my LBS and they installed at no charge. The other things i’m considering adding is better grips, clipless pedals and i think i mentioned tires.
Hey dgaddis,
thanks for sharing you bike, it is also a nice bike love the blue color. They do look very much alike…

[Impulse2009]

"sevendaysoff" wrote

i’ll play. here’s my trek 3900 hard tail. nice bikes everyone.

I loving your bike, color is great..

[Impulse2009]

Heres a pic of mine

[BUDDAH]

here goes another GT avy, mines is a 3.0. Looking to upgrade to a f/s for next year hopefully…

[Steven_Ned]

nice shot from Palmer Park

Heres mine at N Catamount resevoir

[BUDDAH]

thanks bro’, i try to find the best shots when i do take pics…

[Steven_Ned]

yeah, when I saw the sign I needed to take a pic. LOL

[chris1911]

[Mark Larson]

Here is a pic of my rig. It is a 2010 Jamis Durango 2. So far so good. Lord knows I abuse (crashes) her enough.

http://www.singletracks.com/mountain-bi … 3Ajkneivel

[outlawracer]

here’s my 09 Trek 3700

[FBTrek321]

how the heck do yous guys keep your bikes so dang clean? the only part that ever stays clean on my bike is the drivetrain…

[chris1911]

If you wash it, it will be clean. Not sure about everyone else, but mine gets dirty after a ride.

[Steven_Ned]

"FBTrek321" wrote

how the heck do yous guys keep your bikes so dang clean? the only part that ever stays clean on my bike is the drivetrain…

i think the drivetrain is the dirtiest part of my bike. LOL

[outlawracer]

Hey bro, my Trek doesn’t look at way anymore. I took that the first day i had her. Now after a year plus riding shes gotten a little dirty. i do try and keep her somewhat clean but nothings perfect, i mean whats the point lol

[FBTrek321]

no matter what i do my bike always seems to be dirty…from the first time she hit the dirt she always takes some of it home with her!

but i always make sure that the part that NEED to be clean stay that way, but for the most part i think my bike looks cooler dirty!

[mnetz]

Here is the 4300 with her new wheels and disc brake upgrade!

[flamingotter]

This is my 2008 Cannondale Rush SL 5z at FATS just outside of Augusta GA. This is an amazing bike and don’t have a thing bad to say about it.

[GALAXY]

I like that big beefy swing arm in the rear,looks similar to my K2 frame.I also like that nice ass truck you have it leaning against. 😃

[HeavyFluid]

New member. First post. Might as well post up what I ride.

2010 Specialized Hardrock Sport Disc 29. I like the bike a lot, but I still cannot seem to get used to the bigger wheels.

My feeble attempt to catch some air when I first got it.

[Mark Larson]

Sycamore Canyon singletracks riverside county SOCAL

[Mark Larson]

Mcdowell Mountain Bike Park Phoenix….a "must" ride.

[nightdream]

He guys first my english is bad i am french from Montreal Canada two this is my norco 😀

[Dustin Gaddis]

Latest pics of mine. 24lbs on the nose.

[mountain101]

cool bikes i like what i c…i have to take some pics of mine to post

[Robert Davis]

Here’s my main trail bike. 2010 GT force 2.0.

31.4 Lbs of pure bliss 😃

[BUDDAH]

Here is the new steed after having 2 bikes stolen over the summer…

2009 mongoose teocali… loving the new ride…

[Fitch]

Made the switch to a full suspension ride this past weekend – it’s a 2010 Trek Fuel EX 5. I’m in friggin’ love in the worst way!

I already swapped off the saddle, pledals, and started stripping some of the reflectors…

[dozzerboy]

Congrates on the new bike!

You will definately notice the "squishy" on longer rides. I made the switch to full suspension too. I built mine up from a Giant Anthem X1 frame. But I am sure you will love your trek.

[steve32300]

Nice fitch,I like that color blue,just one question though,what is a pledal???hahahahhhahaha.Always tickles my funny bone when a new bike rolls out on the scene 😎 😆 😎

[BUDDAH]

here is a better pic of of my steed…

this was torwards the end of riding Rampart Res two weekends ago…

[dozzerboy]

I’ll try to get a photo of mine up soon. Loving the bikes!

[maineskiaddict]

New member, figured I would share. Just got this 2 weeks ago. My first FS bike and am loving every second of it!!! 😃

[jaybone]

My bike (love this thing – keeps a smile on my face)….

[dozzerboy]

Here is my proud ride. Built it up from the frame. Here are the stats on my bike. I have a giant anthem x1 frame with slx cranks 22-36-bashgaurd and shifters, xt front derailleur, xtr rear derailleur, bb7 disc brakes, fox 23rp rear shock, fox f100 fork, monkeylite bars, raceface duex xc seatpost, mavic 717 rims laced to wtb laser disc lite hubs, Tioga spider saddle, eleven81 stem, and wtb wolverine 2.2 tires. Pics are a little old.

Just over 27 pounds.

[Mark Larson]

This is the new Salsa El Kaboing I built up… a shade over 26 Lbs, cost around 2500 bucks with a lot of trolling for deals on the net over a few weeks… It rides great!

[Syd Patricio]

Here is a few shots of my new rides:
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[dozzerboy]

Element22,
What tires are those on your banshee? Look pretty knobby. Almost like the panaracer fire freeride.

[Syd Patricio]

Those tires would be the ITS 909…One of my favorites for the type of terrain I ride on.

[Mark Larson]

Not sure what happened to the picture I posted, let’s try again…
[url:1bjm33cj]http://picasaweb.google.com/rockerc/ChrisMTBEscapades#5532458918821957538[/url:1bjm33cj]

[crossroads]

Nuthin’ fancy…a good trail bike with a few small upgrades. ’09 Trek 4300…added Mach1 Sub-Zero rims, Avid BB7’s, Shimano XLR derailleur, Alivio shifters.

[steve32300]

crossroads

I think your user name is pretty cool crossroads….Robert Johnson fan?????

[crossroads]

"steve32300" wrote

crossroads

I think your user name is pretty cool crossroads….Robert Johnson fan?????

I changed my user name recently because a friend and I were listening to songs on my phone as we rode some trails. Skynyrd’s version was playing and I thought that would be a cool name rather than use my own. I’ve always heard Skynyrd’s and Claptons’s cover of the song and thanks to youtube I can go back to the originals too. I like to listen to Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Jimmie Rodgers, etc. every now and then, good stuff!

[Mark Larson]

I m determined to get this to appear!

Like I said, Salsa El Kaboing frame, Fox 120 fork with RP2 rear shock. Gravity Light cranks/rings, XT cassette, XTR front and rear derailleurs and shifters, CR mag brakes, Control Tech carbon post, WTB Pure saddle, Sunline V1 stem, Crank Bros flat bars, Candy 3 pedals, Crossmax ST wheels with Conti Mountain King tires, errr, that’s about all the important bits…

[Mark Larson]

OK, I give up…

[GoldenGoose]

"rockerc" wrote

OK, I give up…

Fixed it for you. 😉

[Mark Larson]

Why thank you sir! How’d you do that?

[fleetwood]

"rockerc" wrote

I m determined to get this to appear!

Like I said, Salsa El Kaboing frame, Fox 120 fork with RP2 rear shock. Gravity Light cranks/rings, XT cassette, XTR front and rear derailleurs and shifters, CR mag brakes, Control Tech carbon post, WTB Pure saddle, Sunline V1 stem, Crank Bros flat bars, Candy 3 pedals, Crossmax ST wheels with Conti Mountain King tires, errr, that’s about all the important bits…

Nice looking rig. And I love the name. How does it ride?

[GoldenGoose]

You were trying to link the webpage address rather than the specific address for the picture. Next time, right click the pic and go to properties. The picture address will be there.

[Mark Larson]

"fleetwood" wrote

[quote="rockerc":2pdluoyj]I m determined to get this to appear!

Like I said, Salsa El Kaboing frame, Fox 120 fork with RP2 rear shock. Gravity Light cranks/rings, XT cassette, XTR front and rear derailleurs and shifters, CR mag brakes, Control Tech carbon post, WTB Pure saddle, Sunline V1 stem, Crank Bros flat bars, Candy 3 pedals, Crossmax ST wheels with Conti Mountain King tires, errr, that’s about all the important bits…

Nice looking rig. And I love the name. How does it ride?[/quote:2pdluoyj]

It rides very solidly, nice and light so climbs well too. I do not notice pedal bob much at all, and if I do the Pro Pedal smooths it out well. Tracks predictably, great in the chunky stuff we have a lot of here, and overall I am extremely pleased.

[dozzerboy]

Me, my Giant anthem, and GoldenGoose’s trek liquid at the end of the silver comet side mountain bike trails.

[fleetwood]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

Picture were taken by Singletracks member JSF this past Sunday at Soldiers Creek and the Environmental Center

How did he take the no hander pic? Is it a still from a video?

[Dustin Gaddis]

"dozzerboy" wrote

Me, my Giant anthem, and GoldenGoose’s trek liquid at the end of the silver comet side mountain bike trails.

That’s a good looking bike, I had an ’06 Anthem and loved it, and Anthem X’s are even better. My next mtn bike will likely be an Anthem X29.

[JT Orlando]

"fleetwood" wrote

[quote="ChiliPepper":1c3f1rjd]Picture were taken by Singletracks member JSF this past Sunday at Soldiers Creek and the Environmental Center

How did he take the no hander pic? Is it a still from a video?[/quote:1c3f1rjd]
I am wondering the same thing but also with what type of camera? Those pics looks great. I can’t imagine my DSLR dangling from my neck while I’m blasting down the trail.

[dozzerboy]

"dgaddis" wrote

[quote="dozzerboy":287o57i9]Me, my Giant anthem, and GoldenGoose’s trek liquid at the end of the silver comet side mountain bike trails.

That’s a good looking bike, I had an ’06 Anthem and loved it, and Anthem X’s are even better. My next mtn bike will likely be an Anthem X29.[/quote:287o57i9]

This is a 2009 giant anthem X1 frame. I got it from a friend for a killer price and i built it up myself.

For drivetrain: Shimano SLX cranks (22-36-bash) and shifters, XT front der. and XTR rear der.

[dozzerboy]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

[quote="dozzerboy":67rlgnsd]Me, my Giant anthem, and GoldenGoose’s trek liquid at the end of the silver comet side mountain bike trails.

You look cold dude….😆 Is that soccer shin guards I see or is that socks? Anyways, looks like a beautiful day to ride. Had two good days this past weekend, though my pneumonia got the best of me.

[/quote:67rlgnsd]

It’s just some ski socks. Pretty cool because they match my shirt which matches the bike. Yeah man, it was pretty dam COLD. I think the high while we were out there was like 48 degrees F. I had my underarmour shirt and gloves on. I love warm gloves!

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

ummm, I can see the shirt and bike matching…but the red socks?

[dozzerboy]

😆 Oops, the aren’t that dark. They are the same color as the shirt, they’re both copper. Haha

[Syd Patricio]

OK here it is….Finally all the parts have arrived…My project Banshee Legend II….

[url:1qa519co]http://i384.photobucket.com/albums/oo285/element22_syd/2010%20mtb/BackalleyBanshee.jpg[/url:1qa519co]
What is shown:

Banshee 2011 Legend II frame
Rockshox 2011 World Cup
Rockshox Vivid Air
Sram 1×10 X.O rd, shifter
Sram Descendant Cranks
Answer DH stem
Answer taper Pro 780 bar
Answer Rove pedals
Avid 2011 Code DH brakes
Easton Havoc DH wheels
ITS 909 tires

[agent6]

"Goo" wrote

[quote="trailrider247":2054epf8]

heres a pic of my 09 mongoose teocali super with a view of pikes peak in background

nice shot, and nice bike![/quote:2054epf8]

Hey man, just bought a 2007 teocali recently and am in the process of fitting it w/ slx stuff, but I was wondering what suspension gear you got on that thing cause I’m looking to upgrade the suspension on mine as well. Great bike btw!

OK NVM! I decided to do the research. Great bike though!

[Tahoejazz24]

Here’s my baby!

[nightdream]

My Norco

[GALAXY]

Element man,that is an incredible lookin ride,I imagine it feels pretty damn nice to ride too.Awesome bike!

Everyone else has some nice lookin newer bikes too,gimme a few years and I’ll get a nice new bike pic up too! 😎

[Loonytik]

’10 Fisher X-Cal

[dozzerboy]

My Giant at the top of the Pine Log trail. All 24.5 pounds of her.

[TheWVPedaler]

Here is my ride…one season down and many more to come…

[GoldenGoose]

You had the wrong address linked up so the picture wouldn’t show. Fixed the problem for you free of charge.

BTW, that imaginary saddle must not be too comfortable on long rides!!

[TheWVPedaler]

"GoldenGoose" wrote

You had the wrong address linked up so the picture wouldn’t show. Fixed the problem for you free of charge.

BTW, that imaginary saddle must not be too comfortable on long rides!!

Ha thanks…posting pictures on this forum is not as easy as it could be. This picture was taken in the final build stage…I have three seatposts in my stock and wouldn’t you know they were all the wrong size. I have one on there now and a comfy seat, I have many different pictures…detailed ones but I cant upload htem on here…

[TheWVPedaler]

[GoldenGoose]

I think the site limits the size of pics you can store to about 5-8 mb. If you’r existing pic is too big for that and you want to store it on singletracks.com you’ll have to save a less detailed version of it to fit in the smaller size limit.

[chris1911]

Frame: 2009 Yeti AS-R
Shock: Fox RP23
Fork: Fox 32 F100
Wheels: DT Swiss XR4.2D w/DT spokes and XT hubs (built by BWW)
Tires: Maxxis Ignitor (rear), Ardent (front)
Brakes: Avid Elixir CR
Cranks: XT
Rear Der: XT
Front Der: XT
Shifters: XT
Cassette: SRAM XO
Chain: SRAM PC991
Pedals: CB Candy C
Seatpost: Thomson
Stem: Thomson
Bars: Monkeylite XC
Grips: Ergon GX1

Weight is 26.3 lbs

[chris1911]

Frame: Niner EMD9
Fork: RS Reba dual air
Wheels: Stan’s Crest w/ZTR hubs and DT spokes
Tires: Maxxis Crossmark (rear), Ardent (front)
Brakes: Avid Elixir CR
Cranks: XT w/Niner single speedring and MRP 1x chain guide (1X9)
Rear Der: XT
Cassette: XT
Shifter: XT
Chain: XTR
Pedals: CB Eggbeater C
Seatpost: Thomson
Stem: Thomson
Grips: Ergon GX1
Saddle: Fizik Nisene

Weight is in the low 25 lbs. Will be 24 when i get lighter tires and go tubeless here soon.

[TheWVPedaler]

Wow…magazine quality pictures, time to get them dirty!

[dozzerboy]

How did you get your bikes to stand up like that? 😮

[Badcrow]

Ghost trackstand? 😆

[chris1911]

"dozzerboy" wrote

How did you get your bikes to stand up like that? 😮

A little magic…

and photoshop

[JT Orlando]

My trail bike: Gary Fisher Cobia 29er

My DJ/urban bike: Eastern TrailDigger 26 (it’s only a week old. I’m absolutely in love with it. I feel like a kid again)

My favorite ride of them all 😀 …the beach cruiser:

[JT Orlando]

"ChiliPepper" wrote

Damn bro, very sick ride you got there! 😄 How does it handle on the dirt and urban/street? I recently just got a 20Forty DJ/trail/street bike and like you said, it feels like being a kid again. I have been riding that more than my main steed.

I have actually been looking into getting one like the one you posted, so thats why i am asking bro.

Thanks dude! It feels just like a 20" bmx, just a little heavier. There is a lot of bike to pull up off the ground when bunny hopping and I haven’t been able to get it up in a manual yet. I’ve only done some smaller back yard dirt jumps but it jumps really well. For me being a big guy, it is more steady and is a lot more controllable than a 20".

If you get one, plan on buying a saddle with it…it came with a plastic seat and it beat the hell out of my legs and I have some massive bruises.

I rode it to run some errands the other night…damn what a workout! 😆

[BUDDAH]

Got my first early morning ride of the year, love being out there early in the am…
WOHOOOO!!!

trailrider247 where you at bro???? 😄

[chenderson]

"Jeepmb" wrote

Just keeping the forum fresh so you don’t go through 6 pages to see the latest bike. Here’s my bike, took my life savings to get it…



I’ve added fenders for riding around the neighborhood in rain (I’m 15 and this is my primary/only transport!) and much mud, scratches, duck tape, and new tires and grips there’s my bike.

I know this post is from 07 but I still cant get over how good this bike looks!! Dont know if you will read this Jeepmb, but I think that blue frame is awesome! Nice fuel 😀

[sooperdave]

Here are a few edited images of my most recent acquisition from Nashbar. I love the GT feel, aggressive, light on the rear end so overcooking a corner ends up in a controlled drift rather than a front washout. I havent been riding much since my last bike (a $#!T 1995 Trek 930) was stolen a few months ago. This is much better. It pays to have insurance folks! Having waay too much fun. Using MTB as a way to better fitness. It is working…rather painfully

[chris1911]

Frame: Niner AIR9
Fork: RS Reba dual air
Headset: Chris King
Wheels: Stan’s Crest w/ZTR hubs and DT spokes
Tires: Schwalbe Racing Ralph (rear) / Rocket Ron (front)- running tubeless
Brakes: Avid Elixir CR
Cranks: XT w/Niner single speedring and MRP 1x chain guide (1X9)
Rear Der: XT
Cassette: XT
Shifter: XT
Chain: XTR
Pedals: CB Eggbeater C
Seatpost: Thomson
Stem: Thomson
Grips: Ergon GX1
Saddle: Fizik Nisene

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[JMHZ2401]

Here’s my new bike. 2011 Trek Marlin 29er.

[ollysj]

Nice bike. Own a 2009 Marlin, only with smaler tires… 😉

[ollysj]

Taken today

[Dustin Gaddis]

Here’s my new bike, just finished building it last night. It’ll be used mostly for long rides/races and days I go to the mountains. I’ll still mostly ride my single speed locally.

Only ‘new’ parts are the frame, headset, and seat post clamp; everything is either something I got to test for Singletracks or is left over from my old geared 26" bike. I’ll be making some upgrades/changes later, but it’s ready to rock as it is for now. I didn’t like the stock paint, it was rough, felt like 220 grit sandpaper. So I stripped it down to bare aluminum and had a local painter apply a urethane matte clear coat. Looks sweet!

First ride will be tomorrow night, then I’ll be attempting a 9hr solo race on it Saturday. Trial by fire baby! 😼

FRAME: On-One Scandal, custom matte clear
FORK: Fox F29 Terralogic, 100mm
WHEELS: WTB LaserDisc Trail
BRAKES: Avid Elixer R
STEM: Easton EA30
BARS: Easton EA30
SEATPOST: Salsa (borrowed till my Thomson shows up)
SEATPOST CLAMP: Hope, quick release
SADDLE: WTB Rocket V
PEDALS: Crankbrothers Candy 3
GRIPS: Ergon…forget which model, has magnesium bar ends
SHIFTER: SRAM Attack gripshift
DERAILLEURS: Shimano XT
CRANKS: Shimano XT
CASSETTE: SRAM PG-990
CHAIN: SRAM PC-990 Hollowpin (I think that’s the number…maybe not, can’t remember)
REAR TIRE: Specialized Fast Trak
FRONT TIRE: WTB Weirwolf LT
WEIGHT: just north of 26lbs

Future upgrades/changes will easily drop over a pound from the weight. 😃

[JamesJB]

This is my Mountain Bike;

This bike almost didn’t happen.
Here is the story,i went to walmart about a year ago with around $200 and got what i thought would be a nice bike,well one day i went to my local bike shop to see if i could get some accessories for it like a front and back light,a trunk,etc. Well while i was inside i had my bike in there bike stand the (front tire) outside,well there must have been some wind cause when i came out the bike was on its side,i was about to leave when i noticed the front tire was bent like a egg shape 😠 ,if it wasn’t for the bike shop guy fixing it for free i would of had to walk about 6 miles. Well after that i went home asked my father to take me back and the bike back to walmart and got my money back,After that i went back to Curt’s Cyclery and took the $200 and put it down on the bike above,within about 2 or 3 months i had a nice bike finally 😃 😃 😃

So far the bike is great,i’m happy with it.
I ride it pretty much everywhere,on the road and on the trails at Jacobsburg State Park in Nazareth,Pa.

[fleetwood]

"JamesJB" wrote

This is my Mountain Bike;

This bike almost didn’t happen.
Here is the story,i went to walmart about a year ago with around $200 and got what i thought would be a nice bike,well one day i went to my local bike shop to see if i could get some accessories for it like a front and back light,a trunk,etc. Well while i was inside i had my bike in there bike stand the (front tire) outside,well there must have been some wind cause when i came out the bike was on its side,i was about to leave when i noticed the front tire was bent like a egg shape 😠 ,if it wasn’t for the bike shop guy fixing it for free i would of had to walk about 6 miles. Well after that i went home asked my father to take me back and the bike back to walmart and got my money back,After that i went back to Curt’s Cyclery and took the $200 and put it down on the bike above,within about 2 or 3 months i had a nice bike finally 😃 😃 😃

So far the bike is great,i’m happy with it.
I ride it pretty much everywhere,on the road and on the trails at Jacobsburg State Park in Nazareth,Pa.

Hey James. I just replied to another post of yours about upgrades. One thing you might try for trail riding, if possible, is removing the rear rack and bag. That’s a nice set up for commuting, but it could skew the geometry/handling a bit, especially depending on the weight. If you can ride the trails without that while you build your bike handling skills and endurance, it might help.

[JamesJB]

"fleetwood" wrote

[quote="JamesJB":1oj5e0tk]This is my Mountain Bike;

This bike almost didn’t happen.
Here is the story,i went to walmart about a year ago with around $200 and got what i thought would be a nice bike,well one day i went to my local bike shop to see if i could get some accessories for it like a front and back light,a trunk,etc. Well while i was inside i had my bike in there bike stand the (front tire) outside,well there must have been some wind cause when i came out the bike was on its side,i was about to leave when i noticed the front tire was bent like a egg shape 😠 ,if it wasn’t for the bike shop guy fixing it for free i would of had to walk about 6 miles. Well after that i went home asked my father to take me back and the bike back to walmart and got my money back,After that i went back to Curt’s Cyclery and took the $200 and put it down on the bike above,within about 2 or 3 months i had a nice bike finally 😃 😃 😃

So far the bike is great,i’m happy with it.
I ride it pretty much everywhere,on the road and on the trails at Jacobsburg State Park in Nazareth,Pa.

Hey James. I just replied to another post of yours about upgrades. One thing you might try for trail riding, if possible, is removing the rear rack and bag. That’s a nice set up for commuting, but it could skew the geometry/handling a bit, especially depending on the weight. If you can ride the trails without that while you build your bike handling skills and endurance, it might help.[/quote:1oj5e0tk]

Yea i plan too,i took that on the trails and almost lost my bike lock,some how the zipper opened on the trunk and my bike lock went flying out of the trunk lol. Just need to find a decent back pack that isn’t heavy so i can put my phone and stuff in it. Also i did take the trunk off once cause i needed to clean it and wow what a difference on weight,it felt like a feather.

[SuprChey]

My husband and I just stepped up our mtb game a bit with some new FS bikes this year. We both agreed going to the gym for an hour 3+ times a week is pretty boring compared to getting outside to enjoy nature! And aside from running, this is a far better cardio workout than anything the gym has provided for us.

Here’s mine. Trek Fuel ex8 WSD.

After much deliberation he also felt the Trek Fuel ex8 was right for him too 😀

[Mark Larson]

"JamesJB" wrote

This is my Mountain Bike;

Dude, that color scheme is just sick!

[dozzerboy]

Hey dgaddis,

Ever though of going 1×10 on your new race bike? Drop off at least 3/4 of a pound.

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

[Dustin Gaddis]

"dozzerboy" wrote

Hey dgaddis,

Ever though of going 1×10 on your new race bike? Drop off at least 3/4 of a pound.

How do you figure 3/4 of a pound?

Before I had the geared bike I converted the SS to 1×9 for a specific race (Fools Gold). Added an XT rear derailleur, the top end 9spd SRAM cassette, right SRAM Attack gripshifter, and a bashguard and NGear Jump Stop. All of that added only a pound of weight.

Going from 3×9 to 1×9 would mean losing the front shifter and derailleur, big and little ring, and adding a chainguide. I don’t see 3/4 of a pound there…maybe it is, but I doubt it.

I built it up 9spd because that’s what I had laying around left over from my Anthem. I wanted to spend as little cash as possible building it up, so that’s why I didn’t get an all new 10spd system.

I’ve done the 1x thing before and don’t really care for it. The front shifter and derailleur add a little bit of weight, but a whole lot of additional gearing range. Plus there’s all the issues with dropped or thrown chains.

The Scandal isn’t really a race bike for me…it’s a go-anywhere kinda bike. So I like having that big gearing range, especially the low gears.

[dozzerboy]

Okay I thought it said that it was your new race bike in the post. Nevermind 😳

I went from 2×9 to 1×9 and lost a half a pound after I put on the MRP mini g2 chain guide. Which weighs like 250 grams.

Also, don’t forget about a shorter chain with the 1×9 and then a short cage derailleur.

[Dustin Gaddis]

No worries dozzer 😃

How much weight you lose is effected by what stuff you take off too. If you’re removing lower end components you’ll drop more weight than if you removed higher end gear.

I’m pretty happy with the Scandal right now. Decently light for what it is and how much money I put into it, weighs 26.08lbs. There’s still lots of places to lose weight if I had some $$ to throw around 😆

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

"dgaddis" wrote

There’s still lots of places to lose weight…

Like right above the saddle, for one… 😼

[Dustin Gaddis]

"maddslacker" wrote

[quote="dgaddis":3o825s74]There’s still lots of places to lose weight…

Like right above the saddle, for one… 😼[/quote:3o825s74]

Hey!!…..shut up! LOL 😆

[Corey Maddocks ✓ supporter]

Just think how many grams you can drop with a good morning ‘constitutional’ 😆

[dozzerboy]

"maddslacker" wrote

Just think how many grams you can drop with a good morning ‘constitutional’ 😆

Could I get an AMEN! 😆

[Jer-Z]

New to the boards, just got back into biking after an ACL replacement in my knee. So one of the only workouts that doesnt agrivate it too much. Do more of a road/trail, urban, kinda cycle cross ride….great description right…LOL. Heres my ride!

2010 Cannondale F5

All stock except

Bontranger Affintity saddle
Bontrager XR1 Tires (nice road/trail tire)
Thomson Elite Seatpost
Thomson X4 Stem
Wellgo B-56 platform pedals

[brianW]

Nothing fancy. Trek 830 (’91) Been sitting in the garage for 4 years. Stripped the gears, shifters off and now a ss rig. Need to get smaller chain ring bolts so I can take off the big ring off. New saddle and a 36 tooth ring is in its future. From garage dust to trail dust.

[brgbassmaster]

Tarzan falls trails

[neeb_usmc]

my trek with a ton of upgrades..

[effatory]

My Bike is a 2003 Trek Liquid 10. I’d hardly call it a 10 version since a lot of the parts have been replaced. Rims, Grips, Tires, Handlebars, Front Forks, Pedals, Seat, etc. Graphics are custom – I was surprised Trek went cheap and just did vinyl graphics rather then painting their brand on the bike. Fine by me I pulled off all the boring art and slapped my own on. I guess a lot of bike mfgs are probably going this route if Trek started doing this in 03. I’d like to dump that LX rear derailer next it works poorly.

Close up

[Bonsai-CP]

Sure like that design on the frame….. 😄 😄 😄

[SillkySlim]

Here is some pics of my Giant Talon 29er, with some upgrades.

[comacruz]

Here are my two rigs as they stand now.

[dozzerboy]

How do you like the Crankbrothers wheels? Doing a build of my own.

[comacruz]

"dozzerboy" wrote

How do you like the Crankbrothers wheels? Doing a build of my own.

They have been on my Nomad for 2.5 seasons now. They are a stiff wheel with very decent engagement and hold their trueness very well. No problems with the bearings or rear hub (as others have had in the past with their Cobalt model). Only damage so far are 2 smallish dents in the rear rim (even with the dents I’m still having no problem running tubeless) and one broken spoke after my hanger broken and my mech went into the spokes.

[Syd Patricio]

Both sexy bikes and well maintained. Great job Jay…..Just not a fan of CB..

[Greg Heil ✓ supporter]

Just realized that I’ve never posted in this thread before. That’s crazy.

Well here’s everything in my shed right now:

Airborne Goblin 29er

Airborne Taka

Ibex Asta Pro

Ibex Maroc 29er

And a super-secret prototype which I can’t talk about…

[ollysj]

Nice bikes dudes

[Jarvan]

"SillkySlim" wrote

Here is some pics of my Giant Talon 29er, with some upgrades.

I have the same bike and love it but it needs some upgrades (fork,pedals,…). What upgrades did you make?

[Syd Patricio]

That’s a very nice looking bike you have. Good coordination of color and I see some decent components.. Enjoy the ride!

[SillkySlim]

"Jarvan" wrote

I have the same bike and love it but it needs some upgrades (fork,pedals,…). What upgrades did you make?

Manitou Tower Pro fork
Dmr V12 Mag Pedals (though I also have a set of crank brothers candy 2 pedals)
Giant Connect SL seatpost
upgraded cassette
upgraded bottom bracket
WTB Pure V saddle
Stans Tubless setup
Odi / Troy Lee Designs Lock On Grips
Geax Saguaro TNT tires
Easton EA70 Monkeybar Handlebar
swapped out the Giant Sport stem for a more aggressive one. Not sure on the model, but the colors sure do match!

I really want to swap out the shitty Sram X4 setup and at least get a 3×9 or 2×10, then probably replace the disc brakes. Pretty much waiting on it to totally go. I would definitely swap out that fork! Taking off that boat anchor SR Suntour fork shaved 2 pounds off. Its a great bike to upgrade the geometry is almost identical to the XTC 29ers, but yahhh really shitty components. Just upgrade as they break, that’s what I did.

[hillscues]

Hi, newbie here looks like a great forum . I’ve been into mountain biking for some time , mainly riding on the road bike trail to help me train for moto-cross. I’m going off road this year so I picked up this GT LTS in ok condition and did a total restoration . I’m loving this old school Badass GT . enjoy pics D Hill

late fall ride..

[cubanchurchill]

My Giant talon 1 29er- I just picked it up and took her out for her first ride this morning on the Pig Trail. It was AWESOME !!!!! 😃

[comacruz]

Well the V-10 hasn’t changed since posted above but the Nomad went through a few changes.

[minkeyman]

Here’s my new 2011 KonaTanuki. Love this bike! First fs bike so it’s taking some gettin used to!

[minkeyman]

Here’s another shot at it since it didn’t work the first time 😀

[8valvegrowl]

Nice Kona! ^

I’m a Kona fan myself…have a 2008 Scandium Dawg and a ’05 Shred DJ bike. Enjoy the Tanuki, looks like a great design.

[Syd Patricio]

My2 new rides for 2012

Top is the Santa Cruz V10 I just completed building and the lower is my Banshee Amp.

V10C comes in at 31.5lbs to get it there required me to exchange all the bolts to Ti and now running Easton Havoc DH wheels.

The Banshee Amp comes int at 23.2lbs, I can still bring it down maybe 1.5lbs more but I gotta see where I can save weight without compromising strength.

[GALAXY]

Damn Element22…you have some sick bikes.Happy 2012 to you! 😃

[slipfinger]

The cruz is sick, the bike as a whole looks crazy sexy!!

[Bonsai-CP]

This is my big steed….

My big HT steed…

My little DJ/Urban destroyer…

My FR bike that my son rides…

My son and I getting ready to shred…

[joetutt]

My new rig

[Syd Patricio]

Thats a great looking build…Good job!

[joetutt]

"element22" wrote

Thats a great looking build…Good job!

Thanks e22! Thanks for the advice on the build as well!

[GALAXY]

I’m not much of a fan of gold but that is really well done,nice bike.

Chili,there was a guy that posted a bike just like your Yakuza and wanted to trade for something with less travel,hahah…..I would take him up on it,I love that bike!

[marcryan27]

here’s my precious….

[fleetwood]

Say brother, can you spare a dime? Nah, but I got a Nickel! A 2012 Santa Cruz Nickel to be exact.

I just took delivery this week. It’s my first full-suspension bike and I am pretty dang excited. Unfortunately, I still haven’t ridden it yet. I have some tweaking left to do, and I am having one issue that I posted about here: viewtopic.php?f=96&t=7382&p=42640#p42640

[Greg Heil ✓ supporter]

"fleetwood" wrote

Say brother, can you spare a dime? Nah, but I got a Nickel! A 2012 Santa Cruz Nickel to be exact.

I just took delivery this week. It’s my first full-suspension bike and I am pretty dang excited. Unfortunately, I still haven’t ridden it yet. I have some tweaking left to do, and I am having one issue that I posted about here: viewtopic.php?f=96&t=7382&p=42640#p42640

That’s a sweet looking rig man, congrats! I hope you can get the issue ironed out!

[CraigCreekRider]

"fleetwood" wrote

Say brother, can you spare a dime? Nah, but I got a Nickel! A 2012 Santa Cruz Nickel to be exact.

I just took delivery this week. It’s my first full-suspension bike and I am pretty dang excited. Unfortunately, I still haven’t ridden it yet. I have some tweaking left to do, and I am having one issue that I posted about here: viewtopic.php?f=96&t=7382&p=42640#p42640

Sweet! Welcome to the Santa Cruz family. Perfect for ripping the mountain side trails at Carvins Cove. Expect to see you there. 😃 Seriously, that is a nice looking bike – congratulations!

[_Cruzer]

This is Bianca, my 2018 Giant Trance 2. I rekindled my love of mountain biking after 3 years off. I previously had a 2003 Giant Rainer hardtail so my upgrade needed to be full suspension all mountain, on sale. $2200 for this bad girl and I was in! Now I can ride for the foreseeable future on a bike that can handle everything. Saddle up boys!

 

[Brian Ferguson]

they do but a set of sd7 with Ti levelers is 80$ shipped + low maintenance + i do XC and road so no need for $$$ disc brakes here if i would do a lot of XC with DH then maybe

[steveilikebeer]

My current bike: KONA kitsune 2013 Kona Goodness.

[GJmtb]

Specialized 2017 Camber

[Sam James]

2019 Trek Remedy 8 with a few choice upgrades:

maxxis minion DHF front & aggressor rear, both double down
Fox DPX2 shock
Shimano MT520 4-piston brakes with RT86 rotors
Fabric Scoop seat (not pictured)
DMR Deathgrips
Giant 1x dropper lever (way better than the Bontrager one)

[LC9er]

[steveilikebeer]

OK Just bought a huge upgrade for myself: 2019 PIVOT MACH 6 aluminum frame version, with the Shimano grouppo, mixed with dt swiss, raceface, and fox suspension front and rear. This thing just pushed my game into sick.

[Losttraditions]

My Orange P7, my 15 year old daughter has taken a liking to it!!

 

[Sunspot ✓ supporter]

 

2019 RSD MiddleChild.

Setup as a single speed and fun as it gets!

[steveilikebeer]

UPDATE: so i spent the crazy money and got a 2019 Pivot Mach 6

My God, what an upgrade. This is a masterful sled. serious fun.

[fastfish11]

Best bike ever at least til I start building the next one😀

[wilcole17]

Awesome rigs! Ive been wanting to update my rig for quite some time. I might get some inspiration from these photos.

[KeithD42]

 2003 Giant Warp DS3 all upgraded and still running the trails

[KeithD42]

Giant Warp DS3 all updated .2017 Scott Spark 750

[JeffL22]

The Fish. My Trek Marlin on one of my favorite trails.

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