Funny you should mention that, cause I'll defintely be using it for DH racing (as well as Super D). My build will be a bit more versatile, but similar:So do any of you race DH? I thought about building one up with a 7" dual Crawn fork. I have a friend that races his SX Trail with a WC Boxxer set at 7" and its much like the Reign X in many ways. He raced in the Worlds on it too. He loves it over his Demo for DH racing.
My thoughts on a build:
18" Reign X frame 6.7" T
Fox 40RC2 set at 7" T
Truvativ Stylo cranks
Azonic Outlaws
Thomson Stem and Seat Post
Easton A70 Bars
E-13 LG-1 Chain Guide
Sram X9
Sram RC 11-24
Juciy 7 brakes 8"
Michelin tubeless DH tires
Change the DHX 3.0 to a Cane Creek DB shock.
Thinking I can get the build around 32 lbs. I have a 07 Trance now setup for All-MT, DS, DJ's, and 4X riding. I love the thing. Its like a mini dh bike. I do have a 07 Glory on the way right now for the really big stuff.
Any thoughs?
The Trance is like a mini dh? Isn't the BB too high as they typicly are on XC bikes and don't you find the HA too step for 4x/agressive riding?Thinking I can get the build around 32 lbs. I have a 07 Trance now setup for All-MT, DS, DJ's, and 4X riding. I love the thing. Its like a mini dh bike. I do have a 07 Glory on the way right now for the really big stuff.
Any thoughs?
Pics?In reply to your question about how the bike handles square edge hits, the bike takes them better than any other bike I have ridden. Riding this weekend on some trails around the Seattle area I notice how well you can actually pedal through really rough sections of trail without having any kind of pedal feedback. As expected you don't have any brake-jack of any kind on this bike which is very nice compared to my old stinky. For sizing I rode a 17" kona and it felt perfect for me. The reign X I am riding now is the 16" and it feels perfect, granted I like to have a little bit shorter cockpit than most people but I think if you have an oppurtunity you should try out both sizes before deciding.
It is very much like a mini DH bike to me.... Not for real DH riding or racing. I do shuttle runs on that bike all the time. Its my All-Mountain bike. BB height is 13.75" and HT angel is around 67 to 68esh with my setup.The Trance is like a mini dh? Isn't the BB too high as they typicly are on XC bikes and don't you find the HA too step for 4x/agressive riding?
I say go for it, small bikes are the isht!
07 18" Trance frame I am 5'11" with long armsFCLinder, how is your trance set up? i've heard of and seen them built up as 4x race bikes ridden by Amiel Cavalier and other Giant team riders racing 4x. I'm looking at frames that are around the geometries and suspension travel that 4x race bikes have, so just asking questions.
http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169111&highlight=giant+tranceFCLinder, how is your trance set up? i've heard of and seen them built up as 4x race bikes ridden by Amiel Cavalier and other Giant team riders racing 4x. I'm looking at frames that are around the geometries and suspension travel that 4x race bikes have, so just asking questions.
Don't get the DHX 5.0 if you don't think you'll bee using the pro pedal. Just a waste of money then.Funny you should mention that, cause I'll defintely be using it for DH racing (as well as Super D). My build will be a bit more versatile, but similar:
18" Reign X
06 170mm 66sl
Truvativ Stylo's or Holzfellers (dual rings)
Sun Singletracks
Easton EA50 bars/Vice stem
E.13 DRS
Sram x.7/x.9
Juicy 5's 8" front, 6" rear
Maxxis Minion front, highroller rear
DHX 3.0 to DHX 5.0 (think I can get this from the factory?)
I think this frame will handle all but the gnarliest/fastest sections with ease. And be much easier to flick around and handle, not to mention the ability to go uphill (which I'll be using it for as well)
It's not built up for DH. I have a Glory for that. I said its like a mini DH bike to me because of the fun factor I have on it. The fame is solid too. I have been sponsored by many fame companies in my past 10 years of racing and can say this is a top notch frame. The trace is built just as solid as the Reign.http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=169111&highlight=giant+trance
Looks really good FC, like the chain guide too, just don't know about the HA. I really like them slack, like the one on Gee's Commencal, since I'm going to be downhilling on it a lot. The light weight of the Trance is also a consern of mine, do you think it will hold up (I know Giant's warranty is )?
I understood you the first time. I know how you ride it, I was talking about me, I'm looking for a short travel one and only bike to do mainly DH on cus I don't like big bikes. But I got my questions answered now. It will hold up for my riding. Thanks.It's not built up for DH. I have a Glory for that. I said its like a mini DH bike to me because of the fun factor I have on it. The fame is solid too. I have been sponsored by many fame companies in my past 10 years of racing and can say this is a top notch frame. The trace is built just as solid as the Reign.
I am 5'7" and I was wondering how small does the cockpit feel to you on your 16"? Would you reccomend a 15" for a guy my size?I am 5'9 and I got a 16" which is a perfect fit. Anyways, if you have any other questions let me know and I will try to answer them for you.
People say it's comparable to an SX trail, which can definitely be used as a capable DH bike. Geometry is similar, so I'm hoping it works just as well (if not better!)if it really can be used as a capable downhill bike, its very intriguing. I'm a smaller rider so i think a lighter more flickable bike would be better.
Yep, Call Randy or Ric at the Great Escape 864-235-8320. I will let them know that you will be calling them.Im really debating right now between a Bottle Rocket and a Reign X. On Giant's Website they list the Frame as 1100 which is right around the price of a BR. Id like to do more AM riding, but i feel like if i get a BR I would only shuttle and freeride with it.
Cecil, could you get me a sweet deal on a Reign X?
It's not exactly complete...I like it, but i would prolly run a seat on mine.
Do reigns have 1 1/8th headtubes? That might be a problem.
Its more like 66.5 HA and not 67HA. If you put a 7" fork on it the HA will move to about 65.5. Perfect for DH. Now if you also go and put a Cane Creek DB on it you will think the bike has 7" in the rear.Im kinda turned off now caus of the 1 1/8th and the 69* HA