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somebodyelse5

Chimp
Oct 11, 2010
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No luck finding a solid bike so I am going to build up my own 24", Looking for some part recommendations! I am leaning towards value vs. best parts, would like to keep the build under a grand.

Fork-Will most likely go with a Rockshox argyle or Marzocchi dirt jumper fork (i dont need a 24" specific fork)
Frame- NS suburban if I can find one (any other suggestions if i cant?)
Pedals- Atom lab GI pedals

Wheelset?
cranks?
bars?
headset?
etc...
I know this is really broad, but if you have a specific part you really would recommend let me know!
 
Tetreault

Tetreault

Monkey
Nov 23, 2005
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SoMeWhErE NoWhErE
frame first then go from there.

blackmarket
ns
dobermann
union
tonic fab

DMR and Eastern also have decent options that will be able to be had for less money.

once the frame is chosen you have a better idea of your budget and then can start looking for compatible parts
 
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BMADED

Monkey
Nov 3, 2009
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808 State
My current build which I have been really pleased with..

Frame-Union Street Molly
Fork-06 Marzocchi DJ 1
Cranks-Profile
R.Hub-GSport Ratchet
F.Hub-Profile
Rims-Sun Ringle Rhyno Lite XL
Stem-S&M Redneck XL
Bars-Steel..3'' rise.
Headset-King

whoops, just read you want disc brakes...never mind.
 
sealclubber

sealclubber

Monkey
Nov 21, 2007
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discs are cool until you rode them enough to know you dont really need that braking power for much in djs
 
sittingduck

sittingduck

Turbo Monkey
Jun 22, 2007
1,958
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Oregon
Contraband here.... I love my disc brakes! Disc is the shizznit. The Contraband frames are heavy, but very solid. Geometry is spot on, as well.
 
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somebodyelse5

Chimp
Oct 11, 2010
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Im pretty set on the NS suburban frame, the one with the standard headset. I strayed from the contraband mainly because of its integrated headset. I dont like the idea of the frame being part of the bearing. is the headset that big of a deal?

Im pretty set on disc for whatever reason, down the road i may not end up needing them but i know id want them if they werent on the bike, you guys know how it is haha.
 
sittingduck

sittingduck

Turbo Monkey
Jun 22, 2007
1,958
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Oregon
somebodyelse5 said:
Im pretty set on the NS suburban frame, the one with the standard headset. I strayed from the contraband mainly because of its integrated headset. I dont like the idea of the frame being part of the bearing. is the headset that big of a deal?

Im pretty set on disc for whatever reason, down the road i may not end up needing them but i know id want them if they werent on the bike, you guys know how it is haha.
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Integrated is FAR SUPERIOR. Less parts. Nothing to press or pound. The head tube is CNC machined, and thick at the spot where your bearings sit. No more ovalized tubes.
Look at pretty much EVERY bmx frame out there now, they're all integrated. :thumb:
 
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somebodyelse5

Chimp
Oct 11, 2010
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sittingduck said:
Integrated is FAR SUPERIOR. Less parts. Nothing to press or pound. The head tube is CNC machined, and thick at the spot where your bearings sit. No more ovalized tubes.
Look at pretty much EVERY bmx frame out there now, they're all integrated. :thumb:
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I understand it would be simpler, but I once read that the tolerances that they use when machining the head tube arent high enough for it to work well and allow the bearings to rock under thrust loads which can damage the headtube. i guess its not true with a chromoly frame?
Can you get a sealed integrated headset? my bike wont be left outside, but it will see a tiny bit of rain now and then, would rather have sealed.
 
FR4life.

FR4life.

Monkey
Nov 2, 2004
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The Bay
somebodyelse5 said:
I understand it would be simpler, but I once read that the tolerances that they use when machining the head tube arent high enough for it to work well and allow the bearings to rock under thrust loads which can damage the headtube. i guess its not true with a chromoly frame?
Can you get a sealed integrated headset? my bike wont be left outside, but it will see a tiny bit of rain now and then, would rather have sealed.
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All integrated headsets are sealed, and alot easier to deal with than standard headsets. Also, if you ride street or park at all, U brakes are going to work alot better for locking up and whatnot. takes a second to get them dialed, but they are way better for most any dj/park/street applications. (not to mention no bent rotors) If you want a front brake however, disc would not be a bad choice.
 
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somebodyelse5

Chimp
Oct 11, 2010
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i might go with the contraband then, its like 75 bones cheaper too!

what size cranks should i be looking for? 165mm, 170mm? Im like 5'5"-5'6" on a good day
 
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