[AngryMetalsmith]

I'm in the market for a new fork. My current frame has a non-tapered head tube, but I might get a new frame with a tapered HT in the near future.

Would there be any problem with running a 1 1/8" steerer tube on a frame with a tapered HT ? Would it look weird or handle funny ?

 

[stoney]

It's just fine. I'm doing it on my 575

 

[Total Heckler]

No issues. Most frames come with 1.5 head tubes anyways these days to give you the option to run whatever setup you want. I am really happy with my tapered setup on my all mountain bike.

 

[Mr Jones]

No probs. You'll just have to fork over some extra $$ to get the extra crown race to use the tapered steerer tube when you eventually get it.

 

[HAB]

I've done it a few times. Just slap a reducing headset in there and rock and roll.




What are you getting?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

I've done it a few times. Just slap a reducing headset in there and rock and roll.




What are you getting?

Possibly a RockShox Revelation RLT Ti 150mm. And I've been lusting after a Spitfire again.

I had to replace the chainstay and pivots on my '08 Dawg. What do you think I could get for it ?

 

[HAB]

Do it. I fvcking LOVE my Spitfire.



No idea about the Dawg. Are you talking selling complete, or just the frame?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

I want to sell just the frame and seatpost. The chainstay and pivot kit was about $300.


Just pulled the trigger on the Revelation.

 

[4130biker]

I'm running a 1-1/8" revelation on my sj evo with the adapter headset. Works great. At first I was pissed to pay $40 for an adapter/race and lower bearing from Cane Creek, but after seeing it, I am happy. It's totally seamless looking unlike some other reducer set ups I've seen.

 

[I.van]

Revelation RLT Ti is awesome, love mine.

I'm not a fan of the bushing system of the Banshee's though. Also, the vf4b generates too much anti-squat when using a 22 t ring, IMO. 26t and bigger seems fine, unless your doing steep standing climbs.

 

[rockofullr]

No probs. You'll just have to fork over some extra $$ to get the extra crown race to use the tapered steerer tube when you eventually get it.

Pretty sure that Cane Creek will mix and match upper and lower assemblies because of all the different head tubes out there. So you won't have to fork out cash for parts you don't need.

 

[IH8Rice]

Pretty sure that Cane Creek will mix and match upper and lower assemblies because of all the different head tubes out there. So you won't have to fork out cash for parts you don't need.

they will but if he gets a tapered fork, he'll need a crown race for a 1.5" steerer which does come with the lower cup assembly

 

[DirtyMike]

Giant sells bikes like this, or used to, from the factory. AkA the glory, with a fluch mount lower cup, and regular on top.......

There are most def headsets available out there for using a 1.125 fork in a taperd frame

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Ordered a Spitfire today.

Hopefully will have it here by next monday.

New frame, new fork, and wheels that only have a few rides on them. Ieeez goood....

 

[HAB]

Hell yes.



What color?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Black, is there any other color ?

 

[HAB]

Hey now, mine's blue.

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Guess I'll have to get used to wearing a Camelbak again. I've enjoyed not having anything on my back for a couple of seasons. My rides average two hours and one small water bottle has been enough even on the hot days.

But, I'll gladly trade the water bottle cage for a low slung, corner railing bike.

 

[HAB]

You're going to love it. It shreds. Best trail bike I've ever ridden.

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Do you run a bash guard and guide ?

 

[HAB]

1x9 and an e.13 LG1+

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Frame showed up today.

Unfortunately, there was a mix up with the headset and I didn't get the right crown race. But Cane Creek is taking care of me and I'll have it in a day or two.

Can't wait, but I guess I'll have to.

 

[HAB]

Bummer. My frame shipped without a shock. I think my head would have exploded if I hadn't had a spare in the right size to throw on there.


What size, medium?

 

[jdcamb]

Frame showed up today.

Unfortunately, there was a mix up with the headset and I didn't get the right crown race. But Cane Creek is taking care of me and I'll have it in a day or two.

Can't wait, but I guess I'll have to.

Cool bike.

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Yup, medium.

I found out yesterday about the HS, so I've calmed down a bit...

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

I'm hoping I can get it down to 28 llbs.

Hab what does yours weigh ?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Cool bike.

Thanks. It's my first new frame in 13 years. So stoked !

 

[jdcamb]

Thanks. It's my first new frame in 13 years. So stoked !

I am about finished building my Mobile Recording Studio. I am going Mobile. No new bikes for me for about 20 years....

 

[HAB]

Mine's a large, and it weighs 28.x lbs with a Lyric and a dropper post. Other than those two, it's a pretty damn light build though.

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Mine will have a Revelation RLT, Mavic Crosstrail wheels, and an XTR/XT drivetrain, no bash guard(for now) or dropper post. I know I can save weight by upgrading my saddle, pedals, bar and stem later. But for now, I just want to start building and ripping.

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

I can't wait to hit this trail with the Spitty :

Nothing but berms. Fast forward to the 7:00 mark.

 

[ucsbMTBmember]

The only thing i have to complain about on the spitty is the lack of a bottlecage lol.

mine is 26lbs with a full xt 1x9 build, and not a weight weenie build. couldnt be happier with it. surprisingly havent tried it in the slack setting yet.

 

[jdcamb]

I can't wait to hit this trail with the Spitty :

Nothing but berms. Fast forward to the 7:00 mark.

Thanks for that....

 

[mandown]

nice hub

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Say hello to my little friend:

 

[HAB]

Hawt. Now put it in the slack setting.


How do you like those Ardents?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

Haven't ridden it yet. Going out for a really short ride in a minute. I took a chunk out of my left hand building it and need to let it heal a bit before doing any long rides. Just going to get the bugs out, not even changing into riding clothes.

 

[jonnynails]

We'll break that bitch in on Monday, PISGAH.

 

[jdcamb]

We'll break that bitch in on Monday, PISGAH.

How far from Raliegh is that?

 

[AngryMetalsmith]

We'll break that bitch in on Monday, PISGAH.

Oh yeah we will.

First impression so far :

Fast, very fast.

How far from Raliegh is that?

277 Miles. Pisgah National Forrest at the Ranger district.

Are you going to be in Raliegh ?