Maybe try another Turner and catch whats leftover of the 08's sale
Highline
Highline
Recommend me a SLACK 6-7 frame
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The Intense SS is what I'd be looking at. Light, slack and low. Impossible to find used though and there's no way you'd use 175 cranks on a bike with a 13.6" bb height.
cheaper choices I'd look at. Giant Reign X0, Mongoose Pinner, Specialized Enduro SL (the SX trail is a pig, too much heft)
I'd concur on the Turner RFX on blowout might be a great call.
I like the Iron Horse 7 point, but they lost the DW link and I've got no confidence in then supporting older models.
cheaper choices I'd look at. Giant Reign X0, Mongoose Pinner, Specialized Enduro SL (the SX trail is a pig, too much heft)
I'd concur on the Turner RFX on blowout might be a great call.
I like the Iron Horse 7 point, but they lost the DW link and I've got no confidence in then supporting older models.
Geez all you do is bash bash bash and derail threads that have anything to do with Commencal's. Chill buddy, I'd love to know your reliable resources regarding Commencal.
If it was such an epidemic like you say, everyone would be singing the same tune but it always and only seems to be you
Now to address the actual thread:
That said the 2007/2008 Supreme DH would be perfect, with 7" of travel and adjustable headangle you could make that bike sing any song you wanted.
The Supreme Racing (former miniDH redesigned for 2009) at 6.35" of travel also has adjustable HA and can go pretty damn slack!
Lots of great suggestions so far, enjoy your ride for next season
For slack head angle, doesn't get any slacker than a 2007 Coiler (for a 6 inch travel bike)
A mates XO that I took for a ride pedaled like crap even with the correct air pressure (about 35%sag) and full pro pedal. It just has too much pedal interaction and even seated with clips, it bobs a bit.
An sx trail is also significantly slacker, especially with an 8.75" shock. That and a Totem and your looking at 65 degrees.
I know that you in your possision as a Canadian distributor don't like what I'm saying, but I would be an ass if I didn't share my bad experiance with a bike brand, what ever brand that may be, with fellow monkeys.
I do bash, but I give propps when propps are do. That I have proven. I would be a happy camper with a big ass bonfire if Commencal adressed their aluminum/heattreatment issues, as the only problem I would have is deciding between another Meta 4x or the Supreme Racing (that BTW would fit Jebfour's needs perfectly as it pedals better than a Nomad but still is burlier).
Call me a lier if you want to, I didn't specify who my source is out of a reason that is more important than a slandering word from you. Instead I advice you to channel your energy on phone calls to France.
Evolve your product.
Pm if you are interested.
If it was bobbing around seated he doesn't have enough pressure in the boost chamber. Any bike will pedal like ass in that situation. The only situation I've found where an SX Trail (or any of the other horst bikes I've owned) pedals better is standing in granny gear - getting up slabs is definitely easier.
I'm thinking a Turner Highline or Intense Uzzi VPX might fill the bill here. Both have been out for a few years (looks like the Highline isn't built anymore??) so after a little research, I could likely pick one up for a reasonable price.
Still thinking about the Intense SS though. I'd like to demo one along with the Uzzi.
Anyone here have any time on an Uzzi?
RJM (or anyone else) how do you like your highline?
Also - I was just offered a great deal on a 7" 66 so that is likely the fork that I will use....
Still thinking about the Intense SS though. I'd like to demo one along with the Uzzi.
Anyone here have any time on an Uzzi?
RJM (or anyone else) how do you like your highline?
Also - I was just offered a great deal on a 7" 66 so that is likely the fork that I will use....
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The 66 went well with my last highline. I'm running a Totem coil happily now. Both work great IMO.
For UZZI vs. Highline opionions all I can offer is my friend in arizona rode mine a few days and decided to sell his uzzi for a new highline. He really likeed it better for jumping and cornering. I think he mentioned something about ride 'feel' as well, its comfortable. The highline is just a balanced bike, it feels like you have owned one for a while even when its your first ride.
I like my highline because it can go uphill quite well for the downs. its heavier than my xc kind bike but it will take massive abuse, so if i'm not feeling as good one day the highline will give more confidence than my 5.5" rfx. Its springy off jumps too.
With an 8.5x2.5" stroke shock you get...
7.1 " travel.
I know with a 7.875" x 2.25 or 2.5 you will lower the bike and yield less travel. There was a guy who tried that and said he preferred the 8.5" shock for 7.1" of travel. He rides the shore and liked his BB a little higher.
1.5" HT
150mm rear
83mm BB
27.2 seat post
Frt Der. is Top pull Bottom swing i believe or other way around
For UZZI vs. Highline opionions all I can offer is my friend in arizona rode mine a few days and decided to sell his uzzi for a new highline. He really likeed it better for jumping and cornering. I think he mentioned something about ride 'feel' as well, its comfortable. The highline is just a balanced bike, it feels like you have owned one for a while even when its your first ride.
I like my highline because it can go uphill quite well for the downs. its heavier than my xc kind bike but it will take massive abuse, so if i'm not feeling as good one day the highline will give more confidence than my 5.5" rfx. Its springy off jumps too.
With an 8.5x2.5" stroke shock you get...
7.1 " travel.
I know with a 7.875" x 2.25 or 2.5 you will lower the bike and yield less travel. There was a guy who tried that and said he preferred the 8.5" shock for 7.1" of travel. He rides the shore and liked his BB a little higher.
1.5" HT
150mm rear
83mm BB
27.2 seat post
Frt Der. is Top pull Bottom swing i believe or other way around
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Sorry not a 7in bike.
Highline gets my vote
or, as of lately.
This looks real cool.
Have a look at the 2009 Supreme Racing. The bike is a lot more aggressive then the 2008. It also can take a front der, or HammerShmidt.
This bike defiantly goes down a bit easier then it goes up, but it does pedal pretty well. I saw Gee Atherton using it for the DH race this year at the Sea Otter, and I used it in the Red Bull 12 hour DH race. It handled great, it will fool you into thinking you took out a much bigger bike. I don't think that it will disappoint.
This bike defiantly goes down a bit easier then it goes up, but it does pedal pretty well. I saw Gee Atherton using it for the DH race this year at the Sea Otter, and I used it in the Red Bull 12 hour DH race. It handled great, it will fool you into thinking you took out a much bigger bike. I don't think that it will disappoint.
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See a lot of those USED do ya??? I am amazed how many people cannot actually read what the OP is asking for.
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I doubt that anyone cares, but the "new" frame is on it's way to me - an '05 Bullit. Not quite as slack as I was looking for but I got it for next to nothing with some extras off fleabay and had a 10% off coupon too, so for the price I couldn't pass it up.
Not the latest or greatest, but I have hopes that it will suit my riding!
Here is a breakdown of the build....
Frame: Santa Cruz Bullit
Fork: 2007 Marzocchi 66 RC2 ETA
Shock: 5th Element
Shifters: Shimano XT SL-M751 Rapidfire
Front Derailleur: SRAM X7
Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT Long Cage
Brakes: Avid Juicy 5's w/Danger Boy levers
Rotors: 203mm Avid G2 Clean Sweep
Cassette: Shimano Deore XT 11-34T, 9-speed
Chain: SRAM PC-971
Cranks: Shimano XT hollowtech II FC-M760 175mm
Bottom Bracket: Shimano XT hollowtech II FC-M760
Bash/Guide:E Thirteen DRS
Wheels: Azonic Outlaws
Tires: Kenda Telonix 2.4
Handlebar: Sunline V-One 7075 Riser Bar - 0.75" Rise - 29" Wide
Grips: ODI Ruffian
Stem: Thomson X4
Headset: Cane Creek S2
Seatpost: Thomson Elite
Saddle: WTB Lazer V
Pedals: Azonic A Frames
Everything is in my garage just waiting for the frame and wheels to show up
Not the latest or greatest, but I have hopes that it will suit my riding!
Here is a breakdown of the build....
Frame: Santa Cruz Bullit
Fork: 2007 Marzocchi 66 RC2 ETA
Shock: 5th Element
Shifters: Shimano XT SL-M751 Rapidfire
Front Derailleur: SRAM X7
Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT Long Cage
Brakes: Avid Juicy 5's w/Danger Boy levers
Rotors: 203mm Avid G2 Clean Sweep
Cassette: Shimano Deore XT 11-34T, 9-speed
Chain: SRAM PC-971
Cranks: Shimano XT hollowtech II FC-M760 175mm
Bottom Bracket: Shimano XT hollowtech II FC-M760
Bash/Guide:E Thirteen DRS
Wheels: Azonic Outlaws
Tires: Kenda Telonix 2.4
Handlebar: Sunline V-One 7075 Riser Bar - 0.75" Rise - 29" Wide
Grips: ODI Ruffian
Stem: Thomson X4
Headset: Cane Creek S2
Seatpost: Thomson Elite
Saddle: WTB Lazer V
Pedals: Azonic A Frames
Everything is in my garage just waiting for the frame and wheels to show up
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The Bullit will make you smile. If it's green, you'll smile bigger.
Green? Naw....it's blue
Pic of the frame when it's former owner had it built
Pile of stuff to bolt to it once it arrives (picked up the stem and fork Sat.!)
Once I get everything built, I'll post a pic either here or in the lounge...I'm actually really excited about this build - reminds my of how excited I was to build my old DHR :biggrin:
The way I figure it, it should be able to do just about anything (providing my legs and lungs do their job...)