?? super co dh bike ???
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You can't pay now, I already offered
that makes 2 of us.You can't pay now, I already offered
Don't think they're gonna be unveiling anything at Interbike, but from what I've heard they have 2 full suspension bikes in the works and they'd like to have them ready to roll for next year.
This is the newest full suss that exists (just to tide you over)... the RaceLink WC... it was a one off that Doc made while he was still at BMW and was exploring ways to modernize the racelink... weighs in at a shade over 38lbs too...
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ummm 3 of us. I've felt the 38lbs. unbelieveable for a steel frame.
Wanna bet I get mine first ????
Iwantitnow
Wanna bet I get mine first ????
Iwantitnow
Sure, I'll take that bet. I already sold my soul to ensure that I get SuperCo MysteryDHBikeName #1.
I also cant wait for this. I emailed them about a month ago, and heres the reply I got.
Hi Mike,
Thank you for your interest in SuperCo and regard for Doc's work over the years. He is finalizing drawings for a couple full suspension bikes. We expect to have prototypes in testing this summer then head into production late fall/early winter.
Let us know if you have any further questions. Otherwise you are welcomed to check back with as in a few months if you get a hankering for an update.
Thanks again,
Terry Seeberg
Hi Mike,
Thank you for your interest in SuperCo and regard for Doc's work over the years. He is finalizing drawings for a couple full suspension bikes. We expect to have prototypes in testing this summer then head into production late fall/early winter.
Let us know if you have any further questions. Otherwise you are welcomed to check back with as in a few months if you get a hankering for an update.
Thanks again,
Terry Seeberg
I believe Terry posts on here.
whoa, something I didn't notice before....no more avalanche?
i think that frame has a 9.5" eye to eye and is using a Avy Mono
be nice to have the ability to run alternative (to avy) shocks.
fairly stoked to see what the doctor comes up with regardless.
fairly stoked to see what the doctor comes up with regardless.
Stand in line boys. I am first.
Hopefully sooner then we think.
Hopefully sooner then we think.
SR8 ? say it aint so sicko ...
Nope I am waiting to see what the doctor is cooking up. If not I will go for a session 88 for next season.
Selling my RL and BL.
whoa snap, both?
why is everybody getting off the rl train?
why is everybody getting off the rl train?
yes want to start fresh.
Hi Dest. Chances are slim the DH proto will be at IB. Drop me a line if you plan on being in Vegas or Providence RI so I can email you if we end up bringing it. Or them. 
We aren't taking deposits anytime soon but if you buy a t-shirt you'll be helping to keep the South Bend chugging and argon in the tank.
Hey Sverre, how was Whistler? (<dumb question) Any good pics to share?! Did you meet any RM folks, maybe xy9ine or w00dy?
We aren't taking deposits anytime soon but if you buy a t-shirt you'll be helping to keep the South Bend chugging and argon in the tank.
Hey Sverre, how was Whistler? (<dumb question) Any good pics to share?! Did you meet any RM folks, maybe xy9ine or w00dy?
yo yo yo, I'm not far from providence. what's the deal? i'll go if i can see shiny bike parts.
T! What are you doing in Providence? I used to live in the Bucket! (pawtuck)
ill take that bet too..i asked them months ago about it. id gladly give up one of my bikes for a DH superco.
even my new Foes..
and?
stick to Jersey buddy, lemme know when you hear anything else
i already have mine
lulwut
jk
i love supercos. i wish i had enough money to get one
lulwut
jk
i love supercos. i wish i had enough money to get one
is anyone else praying for a shortish travel version, ala minilink? In a light frame?
I am not really in the market for a large dh sled but a mini dh style version would be amazing...
I am not really in the market for a large dh sled but a mini dh style version would be amazing...
w00dy and i got a run in late one day, i believe schleyer to crack addict somehow (cant remember how that run went) my hands were about to fall off the bars.Hi Dest. Chances are slim the DH proto will be at IB. Drop me a line if you plan on being in Vegas or Providence RI so I can email you if we end up bringing it. Or them.
We aren't taking deposits anytime soon but if you buy a t-shirt you'll be helping to keep the South Bend chugging and argon in the tank.
Hey Sverre, how was Whistler? (<dumb question) Any good pics to share?! Did you meet any RM folks, maybe xy9ine or w00dy?
the word was (at one point) that there (could be) two squishy bikes in development - a sled & something smaller. so yeah, possibly maybe.is anyone else praying for a shortish travel version, ala minilink? In a light frame?
I am not really in the market for a large dh sled but a mini dh style version would be amazing...
poor doc - heaps of anticipation from a sizable crowd of long time fans - just a little pressure to bust out something brilliant.
poor doc indeed! It must be a terrible predicament to have customers already willing to pay him money for bikes that don't exist yet! :biggrin:
Everybody should start here and buy a t-shirt. May help the cause.
http://www.ridesuperco.com/2008/torch.php
http://www.ridesuperco.com/2008/torch.php
that CAN be a problem with small companies actually; develop an awesome product & not have the resources to meet demand. dh'ers are technologically fickle (as tech is rapidly evolving), and generally not willing to put up with huge wait times (unlike say, 29'ers that'll wait well over a year for a custom jones). it's a delicate balancing act to keep a boutique shop afloat in this industry. granted, doc & co have some experience at this & i'm sure will do fine.
Yes, it CAN be a problem (coughcoughlaharcoughcough), but this is Doc we're talking about. He produces very boutique bikes, but still, they are (usually) not customs/one offs. Also, most people who are buying his bikes know what to expect.
Personally, I'd be super pumped if he just put the WCRL into production... the racelink was a great bike, just needed a modern tubeset and geometry.
yeah, aaron is a rather special example. awesomely enough, both my current bikes are from (more or less) defunct companies, as pdc called it quits after only a couple small runs. seems i jinx whomever i buy from (or, i should know better than buying from unproven upstarts). i do like supporting the little guys with great designs though. i'm almost hoping the new hardware isn't TOO sweet; justifying new bike purchases to the wife is never an easy task.
ok #1 I'm jealous that you have a PDC, I was looking at one of those bikes a while ago, and I'm kicking myself for not getting it when I had the chance.
#2 I also enjoy supporting the smaller, independent frame fabricators. There's just more soul in the bikes they build.
#3 I think over the years Doc has definitely proven himself as not only a quality frame builder, but also with the support he gives to those who buy his bikes. His design work is great, execution is some of the best out there, and his designs also allow for a fair bit of customization, but more importantly upgradability (if that's even a word)
#2 I also enjoy supporting the smaller, independent frame fabricators. There's just more soul in the bikes they build.
#3 I think over the years Doc has definitely proven himself as not only a quality frame builder, but also with the support he gives to those who buy his bikes. His design work is great, execution is some of the best out there, and his designs also allow for a fair bit of customization, but more importantly upgradability (if that's even a word)
Doc wont put anything out unless it is tested and perfect. Sucks that Pkill wont be his testing grounds anymore.
How so?
A few people made/got custom jackshaft pulleys. Replacing bolts/spacers/etc with lighter ones, that kind of stuff.
But in theory you could make custom shock linkage if you wanted to tweak the shock ratio, bunch of other stuff like this.
I'm hoping it's a WCRL, but I doubt it. I wish it was.
I hope he keeps the Jackshaft, I like the ground clearance and gearing possibilities. I hope he doesn't have doubt in his previuos designs, right is right, there's no need to make any new swanky designs to prove himself. He has designed arguably the best suspension DH frame ever, simple.
Bring on the Frankenlink
F*** it, who wants to chuck in for some fancy tubing and we'll just get it delivered to his place, hold a coo, take Doc hostage and get em made?
I hope he keeps the Jackshaft, I like the ground clearance and gearing possibilities. I hope he doesn't have doubt in his previuos designs, right is right, there's no need to make any new swanky designs to prove himself. He has designed arguably the best suspension DH frame ever, simple.
Bring on the Frankenlink
F*** it, who wants to chuck in for some fancy tubing and we'll just get it delivered to his place, hold a coo, take Doc hostage and get em made?
as bb's get lower, the jackshaft makes more sense (take a look at the m6's ring clearance for example). plus, it just looks cool - and differentiates the bikes from the masses (for what it's worth). love to see something light (some sweet high-tech steel tubeset, super whittled alu bits & heaps of ti), slack & slammed (with adjustable shock or link mount for a silly low / slack option), but with the general aesthetics (compact & elegant / classic lines, straight skinny tubes) of the old rl. i'm salivating over my fantasy scdh bike already...
Incase Santa is still listening, I'd like a shorter chainstay if it's running a high pivot(better be)and 8+ travel. 17ish at sag'd be good.
the more i read this thread the more excited i get about the possibility of a light ish 26" minilink style bike. I have always loved that bike and would kill for a version i could build to a superlight dh bike...
Just when i thought i had my setup on lock down this thread pops up, love my existing bike but i would trade up for this. I am hoping for some proto pics from IB.
Just when i thought i had my setup on lock down this thread pops up, love my existing bike but i would trade up for this. I am hoping for some proto pics from IB.