Looking for some input regarding a 26" build, since I still have all parts need after my Chilcotin failed. My new Process 153 (size Large) is without doubt the most epic bike I have owned, and I feel that a large reason for this is the fit. For comparison I still have my Turner 5 Spot which I was keeping as a back up bike and for straight up trail riding, but where I once thought it was super fun in the woods, I now find it way to short in reach (as in the bars feel tucked under me). While the Lyrik off my Process went in for shim stack mods, I jumped on the 5 Spot and it literally took me 2 full rides to adjust (jumping back on to the Process felt instantly perfect). So the 5 Spot is either going to my son or up for sale.
I have been monitoring PB to find a bargain frame to build up with my 26" bits, but with frames becoming rare and full builds becoming the norm (I guess people are just selling up to move over to bigger wheels), options are limited. However the main issue is that 26" geo is really archaic now and after moving onto the Process I would really need to buy an XL frame to get a similar fit. Issue is the seat post length on XLs is too long and my priority when riding is a low saddle height for jumping.
I was starting to settle on a Banshee Rune V2, since it has modular drop outs and the V2 Reach and WB is not too far off my Process, and I would set it up as a dedicated Park bike. I have an amazing Lyrik Coil with Avy Cart, and I would probably run coil out back. I have a solid set of wheels and I could run appropriate "park" tires without worrying about rolling resistance and weight.
However, a Snabb T popped up on PB at a great price and got me looking at a fun trail bike that I could build up with my 26" 160mm Pike, run faster/lighter tires, and use it for daily rides near my house. This includes a 4 mile trail that is built like a pump/bmx track with plenty of single, double and triple rollers that can be pumped or boosted, and plenty of corners that can be hammered.
This leads me in the question about BB height. If I am correct, a bike with a BB drop of 11mm (only BB measurement provided for NS bikes), on 27.5" wheels, gives a BB height of 344mm (355mm-11mm). If I then drop in 26" wheels, I get a BB height of 331mm (13mm difference in axle height). I wouldn't be too concerned if I was only riding the local trail, but a BB height of 331mm could be an issue if I were to head out to Wales, even with 170mm cranks. I thought about an offset shock bushings to lift the BB, but that would steepen my HA and I cant find a angle set that matches the Snabb T's headtube. Looking at the BB height of the Rune, I may be overly concerned since the Geo chart shows 328mm in the low setting, and 335mm in neutral.
I have looked at frames with geo adjust (flip chips), but the ones I have identified have boost spacing. I am trying not to spend money on components!
Just curious to know if anyone has any better options. I am not in a rush to make a decision but I would like to be ready if something does pop up. Main criteria are - non-boost with 142mmx12mm rear axle, can take a 160mm tapered fork as minimum, and has a reach at least 455mm--460mm in size large. I will run a 50mm stem so a reach of around 455mm will put me in the ball park of my Process. Head angle shouldn't be an issue but 65*-66* is perfect.
I have been monitoring PB to find a bargain frame to build up with my 26" bits, but with frames becoming rare and full builds becoming the norm (I guess people are just selling up to move over to bigger wheels), options are limited. However the main issue is that 26" geo is really archaic now and after moving onto the Process I would really need to buy an XL frame to get a similar fit. Issue is the seat post length on XLs is too long and my priority when riding is a low saddle height for jumping.
I was starting to settle on a Banshee Rune V2, since it has modular drop outs and the V2 Reach and WB is not too far off my Process, and I would set it up as a dedicated Park bike. I have an amazing Lyrik Coil with Avy Cart, and I would probably run coil out back. I have a solid set of wheels and I could run appropriate "park" tires without worrying about rolling resistance and weight.
However, a Snabb T popped up on PB at a great price and got me looking at a fun trail bike that I could build up with my 26" 160mm Pike, run faster/lighter tires, and use it for daily rides near my house. This includes a 4 mile trail that is built like a pump/bmx track with plenty of single, double and triple rollers that can be pumped or boosted, and plenty of corners that can be hammered.
This leads me in the question about BB height. If I am correct, a bike with a BB drop of 11mm (only BB measurement provided for NS bikes), on 27.5" wheels, gives a BB height of 344mm (355mm-11mm). If I then drop in 26" wheels, I get a BB height of 331mm (13mm difference in axle height). I wouldn't be too concerned if I was only riding the local trail, but a BB height of 331mm could be an issue if I were to head out to Wales, even with 170mm cranks. I thought about an offset shock bushings to lift the BB, but that would steepen my HA and I cant find a angle set that matches the Snabb T's headtube. Looking at the BB height of the Rune, I may be overly concerned since the Geo chart shows 328mm in the low setting, and 335mm in neutral.
I have looked at frames with geo adjust (flip chips), but the ones I have identified have boost spacing. I am trying not to spend money on components!
Just curious to know if anyone has any better options. I am not in a rush to make a decision but I would like to be ready if something does pop up. Main criteria are - non-boost with 142mmx12mm rear axle, can take a 160mm tapered fork as minimum, and has a reach at least 455mm--460mm in size large. I will run a 50mm stem so a reach of around 455mm will put me in the ball park of my Process. Head angle shouldn't be an issue but 65*-66* is perfect.
No plus bullshit or monster tires either.
