I think I'm pulling the trigger pretty soon, decided on a Sinister r9. Problem is, no test riding one, as I've never seen one in person.
So a few questions.
I like a med/large ride, I'm quite comfy on my Lg. Demo 9, Sinister only makes a reg. and shorty frame. I'm 6ft, is the bike going to be on the bigger or smaller side for me?
Also, Sinisters site says it's got a 15in BB? That sounds a bit high, mistake on Sinisters site, or is it because you run 40% sag on the bike?
Lastly, it says on the site the HA is 65'. That looks like it was measured w/ a 05 888, is the HA going to be steeper with a 06 888? If so, by how much?
I've settled on this bike with out the chance to ride it, smart desition, I dunno... but from what I can tell, it's a tough as nails bike, but still weights only 11.5lbs, a bit forgiving yet still nimble (complete assumption), and a good bike for a weekend warrior. Seems like it will make a great racing bike while being still being a good freeride bike willing to take a beating. Assumptions correct?
So a few questions.
I like a med/large ride, I'm quite comfy on my Lg. Demo 9, Sinister only makes a reg. and shorty frame. I'm 6ft, is the bike going to be on the bigger or smaller side for me?
Also, Sinisters site says it's got a 15in BB? That sounds a bit high, mistake on Sinisters site, or is it because you run 40% sag on the bike?
Lastly, it says on the site the HA is 65'. That looks like it was measured w/ a 05 888, is the HA going to be steeper with a 06 888? If so, by how much?
I've settled on this bike with out the chance to ride it, smart desition, I dunno... but from what I can tell, it's a tough as nails bike, but still weights only 11.5lbs, a bit forgiving yet still nimble (complete assumption), and a good bike for a weekend warrior. Seems like it will make a great racing bike while being still being a good freeride bike willing to take a beating. Assumptions correct?