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Lynskey Performance Designs Ridgeline-29VF 29er Hardtail
Product DescriptionThe Ridgeline-29VF has a dedicated geared dropout for a geared drivetrain.Frame Description: The Lynskey Ridgeline 29 delivers all the benefits you expect from a high performance 29er. Our combination of cold-worked/multi-shaped titanium, 29 inch wheels, and balanced geometry will give you the increased traction, comfort, and stability you’re looking for while avoiding the normal 29er pitfalls of poor standover, sluggish handling, and a whippy front end.
Ridgeline-29VF Features
User Reviews
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misterlish
a Weekend Warrior Date Reviewed: February 27, 2013 Strengths: It's Titanium, very responsive, comfortable even for a 40 yr old man, hardtails are not dead! level of finish detail if you can appreciate such things. With a smart build, Not as expensive as you think, can really last 10 yrs Weaknesses: None yet- to be fair only 2 months old Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Hartshorn, NJ Duration Product Used: 2 months Price Paid: $1695.00 Purchased At: Lynskey.com Similar Products Used: Kona Unit 2-9, Kona King Kahuna, Surly Karate Monkey, Niner EMD Bike Setup: Shimano 2x10 XT drivetrain, Avid discs Fox Float, Ringle Black Flag wheels 
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Morals Date Reviewed: February 4, 2013 Strengths: Pretty Light, Very Responsive, Simple Clean Lines Weaknesses: Rear wheel came built horribly...had to come out of pocket additional $ after 3 rides. Not the end of the world, just unexpected. Bottom Line:
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Dj Date Reviewed: October 13, 2012 Strengths: Light weight, stiff, fast, and durability of titanium (I've only had the frame for < 1 month but Titanium is more durable than aluminum and carbon fiber). Compliant ride. Trail chatter dampening capability of Titanium. Comfortable smooth ride - less body aches and fatigue vs. an aluminum frame, scandium or even a light weight carbon fiber frame (I've owned and ridden all frame materials). Looks of Titanium - simple minimalistic Industrial Mill Brushed Finish - No special eye sore graphics. Titanium does not require paint, more resistant to corrosion than aluminum and steel. Dialed in Geometry for great handling on climbs, descents, sprints, quick handling and stable. Faster than my 26 inch Titanium mountain bike. Made in USA. Lifetime Warranty - much better than most of any manufacturer of aluminum and carbon frames. Weaknesses: Decal quality looks cheap. No performance weakness. Bottom Line: 
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Doctor Niner
a Cross Country Rider
from New Zealand Date Reviewed: March 19, 2012 Strengths: Awesome combination of weight and cosmetics. Climbs well and is as quick downhill as most FS bikes. Excellent for taller riders 6' plus. Weaknesses: Frame cracked behind the head tube after 1.5 years of use. With Lynskey full warranty doesn't mean a lot. You have to pay $500USD to get a replacement frame. After double checking the specs on the replacement frame Lynskey then sent me the wrong size and wanted further payment to fix the problem. A slick marketing operation backed up by poor manufacturing, poor warranty and even worse management. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 2 Years Purchased At: 1395 Similar Products Used: Bauer, Yeti, Cannondale Bike Setup: Thomson Post, Thomson Stem, Chris King Headset, XT Gear, ZTR Wheels, Formula Brakeset
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dougjulie
a All Mountain Rider
from Southington, CT Date Reviewed: February 17, 2012 Strengths: Bullet-proof frame, excellent build quality and beautiful finish Weaknesses: Not cheap, but you get what you pay for. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Case Mountain Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $1400.00 Purchased At: Lynskey Direct Similar Products Used: Litespeed Obed, Surly Karate Monkey Bike Setup: XT Groupset, Stans Arch rims with Chris King Hubs, Rock Shox Reba Fork, Moots seatpost and Thompson stem.
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sethbotwick
a Racer
from Raleigh, NC, USA Date Reviewed: December 11, 2011 Strengths: Titanium, Ti, Ti!! The good folks at Lynskey have it dialed in for sure. The bike screams threw the bark covered slalom courses of NC. The Ridgeline has an answer for everything. It descends, climbs, jumps, corners, and bunny hops with confidence. At speed or slow going in a rock garden, the Ridgeline is stable. Weaknesses: I wish the rear tire clearance were only a little better. A 2.2 inch tire is the max I can squeeze on. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: San-Lee (Local) Duration Product Used: 6 months Price Paid: $2000.00 Similar Products Used: This is my third Lynskey. Tried Litespeed, Cannondale, Klein. Bike Setup: Shim XTR, Stan's No Tubes, Thomson, Hope.
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The Boz
a Cross Country Rider
from Salt Lake City, Utah Date Reviewed: December 4, 2011 Strengths: Bullet proof and lightweight titanium hardtail frame will last you years. Weaknesses: Max recommended tire size from Lynskey is 2.1 inches. Cheap stickers are already falling off after just a month. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Alpine Loop Trail System Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $1400.00 Purchased At: Lynskey Similar Products Used: Previous bike was a full-suspension 26er, also test rode a Fezzari HT 29er. Bike Setup: Full SRAM XX component group Reba XX fork with X-loc Stan's Arch Wheels Maxxis Ignitor Tires Ritchey WCS 4-axis stem Crank brothers Cobalt 11 handlebar Lynskey seatpost Crank brothers eggbeater 11 pedals 23 lbs even with everything. Total bike cost: $5,000
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Dan
a Cross Country Rider
from Reno, Nevada Date Reviewed: November 28, 2011 Strengths: I was concerned about buying a hardtail again after riding an Ellsworth Truth for the last 8 years. I can honestly say that for my riding style this hardtail 29ner handles bumps as nice as my full suspension Truth. I tend to stand when going over rougher trail sections. Stability and traction are better than the Truth. Love the titanium frame for looks and the solid feel. Weaknesses: Only one worth mentioning is that I am on the upper end of the recommended height for a large frame (I am 6'2" tall). The seat post that came with the bike was too short and I had to replace with a longer post. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Flume Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $3150.00 Purchased At: Lynskey Similar Products Used: Ellsworth Truth (ridden for 8 years). Rode friends Fischer Superfly hardtail which was a much harsher ride. Bike Setup: Rockshox Reba shox w/ lockout, XT drivetrain, shifters, and disc brakes, Stan's 29er rims.
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Cognoggin
a Cross Country Rider
from Hamilton, ON, Canada Date Reviewed: November 25, 2011 Strengths: Very light weight, agile with amazing handling. Great acceleration and climbing. Solid and confident on downhills. No worries about scratches and paint chipping :) Weaknesses: Not a thing, except there isn't enough time in a week to ride it enough. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Hydro Cut, Puslinch & Headwaters Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $4100.00 Purchased At: Clarkson Cycle (LBS) Similar Products Used: GF Cobia Bike Setup: X.9/X.7 2x10 drivetrain, Elixir 5 brakes, Reba 100mm, Ritchey bits. Industrial mill iwth etched logos.
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KevJ
a Cross Country Rider
from Queanbeyan, NSW, Australia Date Reviewed: August 16, 2011 Strengths: Lightweight, looks great, beautifully made, never needs painting, can't rust. Incredibly stable ride and fast! Weaknesses: None that I can see. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Kowen East Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $1533.00 Purchased At: Chain Reaction Cycle Similar Products Used: First hardtail after 9 years on a dually. Giant NRS Air. Bike Setup: Rockshox Reba RLT forks, Shimano XT wheels, brakes, shifters, cassette, pedals. Shimano SLX cranks, Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyres, Race Face Deus bars, Easton EA70 stem, Thompson Seatpost, WTB Pure V saddle.
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john freeman
a Weekend Warrior
from Town Creek, AL. USA. Date Reviewed: March 7, 2011 Strengths: All American! Custom use-specific tubing, quality craftmanship, and attention to detail create a firm, yet supple ride. Weaknesses: None apparent, however I wouuld not recommend for a novice start-up. Best for the experienced rider who knows what they want! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Monte Santo SP., Oak Mt. SP. Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $6000.00 Purchased At: Frame- Factory Direc Similar Products Used: Lynskey Pro 29vf, Fischer 29 Full-Suspension, LiteSpeed 26 Full-Suspension. Bike Setup: SRAM XX Drive Train, Fox 29 100mm Front Shock, Avid Juicy Hydro-Disc Brakes, Chris King Hubs with Stans AVR 29 Rims, Maxxis 29 Ignitor 2.1 Tubeless Tires, Chris King Headset, Thompson 130mm Bar Extension and Seat Post, Fitzig Allente Saddle.
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Big Daddio
a Racer
from Nor Cal Date Reviewed: February 15, 2011 Strengths: American made, light weight, solid, handles well, comfortable Weaknesses: None except it only take up to a 2.2 rear tire. I was able to squeeze a 2.3 but it's tight. Not a big deal. I believe the 2011 model accepts larger tires but again it's a minor issue for me Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Skegg's Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $1495.00 Purchased At: Adenaline Bikes Similar Products Used: Specialized S-works, Redline Monocog Flight, Bike Setup: XT Compnents, Reba Fork, WTB wheelset, Hayes brakes, Thomsen stem and post
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ridingman1
a Cross Country Rider
from Spartanburg, SC USA Date Reviewed: February 9, 2011 Strengths: Durability, geometry, quality of construction, appearance, ease of care/cleaning, serviceability, Made in USA Weaknesses: Wheelset is designed for one day racing - my intended use is ultra endurance bikepacking. I bought a second wheelset (iNine Enduro) and will use the stock wheelset for shorter events. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: DuPont Forrest Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $3400.00 Purchased At: direct frmo Lynsky Similar Products Used: Litespeed Toccoa 26r, Fisher HiFi 26r Bike Setup: SRAM X9 2 x10 with Rock Shox 29r fork, iNine Enduro Wheels
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ryryhart
a Racer
from lititz,pa Date Reviewed: August 26, 2010 Strengths: THE Single best Ti Hardtail Available! Light, Stiff, Responsive, Compliant, Trail prowess. The single best race frame available(period). Weaknesses: N-O-N-E, Frame is expensive....but you pay for what you get. Buy 1 frame for the rest of your life ans make it a Lynskey Ti 29'er! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Camp Mack Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $3000.00 Purchased At: Cycle Works Similar Products Used: Lynskey M230, Specialized Epic S-Works, Rockhopper. Bike Setup: Ridgeline 29 frame, Full XT, Reba XX 29'er Fork, C29SSMAX Wheelset, All Bontrager Race X Lite "bits" and Chris King BB and Headset with a Fizik Gobi Saddle and Goodrich SS brake cables.
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provolino57
a Weekend Warrior
from italy Date Reviewed: August 9, 2010 Strengths: fantastica, dopo che lìho acquistata non ho più toiccato la mia stumpy fsr sworks. E' più leggera e ha una guida morbidissima dove serve, inoltre è indistruttibiule e la superficie è sempre pèerfetta. In salita sale fantasticamente bene e in discesa, anche se rigida, è precisa e perdona gli errori Weaknesses: se pedali molto deciso forse flette un poco di BB (sono 87 kg) Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: tour mont blanc Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $2300.00 Purchased At: chain reaction Similar Products Used: Niner air 9 - on-one scandal Bike Setup: rigid niner fork, notubes 355 rims, all XT avid disk brakes
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