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New build begins
« on: April 20, 2011, 05:54:42 PM »
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My frame came in and the build begins


Will probably be the only 9spd S-Works 29er in the state LOL
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Re: New build begins
« Reply #1 on: April 20, 2011, 05:58:11 PM »
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sweet looking frame ...we will expect constant photo updates

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« Reply #2 on: April 20, 2011, 06:30:16 PM »
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Sweet :)

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Re: New build begins
« Reply #3 on: April 20, 2011, 07:07:21 PM »
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My frame came in and the build begins


Will probably be the only 9spd S-Works 29er in the state LOL


love that color

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« Reply #4 on: April 20, 2011, 07:19:39 PM »
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Darrin said it was his.  He must've been protecting you.... Very $$ Nice!

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Re: New build begins
« Reply #5 on: April 20, 2011, 11:25:51 PM »
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Darrin said it was his.  He must've been protecting you.... Very $$ Nice!

Darrin got one also.  His is large mine is XL
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« Reply #6 on: April 21, 2011, 08:31:15 AM »
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color is awesome!
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« Reply #7 on: April 21, 2011, 06:24:31 PM »
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The color is also utilitarian.  No need for a headlight at night!  ;D


...looks heavy.... ???
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« Reply #8 on: April 22, 2011, 02:46:12 PM »
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What are you doing for wheels?  Doesn't that have 142+ rear spacing or something strange?

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« Reply #9 on: April 22, 2011, 03:33:18 PM »
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What are you doing for wheels?  Doesn't that have 142+ rear spacing or something strange?
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Re: New build begins
« Reply #10 on: April 22, 2011, 06:37:49 PM »
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What are you doing for wheels?  Doesn't that have 142+ rear spacing or something strange?


Yes.  It is a 142+.  You can run a regular 142.  The "plus" is a higher flange (I believe).  There are a few hubs available for 142 conversion.  I9, Hope, Profile, and others.
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Re: New build begins
« Reply #11 on: April 22, 2011, 09:02:50 PM »
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What are you doing for wheels?  Doesn't that have 142+ rear spacing or something strange?


Yes.  It is a 142+.  You can run a regular 142.  The "plus" is a higher flange (I believe).  There are a few hubs available for 142 conversion.  I9, Hope, Profile, and others.

most high end hubs convert 142 is becoming the new standard...
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« Reply #12 on: April 23, 2011, 08:40:54 AM »
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my dt 240's convert to 142.  Just waiting on the kit
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Re: New build begins
« Reply #13 on: April 28, 2011, 11:19:19 AM »
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Did you get a weight on the frame?

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« Reply #14 on: May 13, 2011, 05:32:09 PM »
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needs some trimming but basically done.  Rides nice
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Re: New build begins
« Reply #15 on: May 13, 2011, 09:00:34 PM »
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 thats a nice bike. i rode with darrin yesrerday and he was shredding on his.