[OldMike]

Noticed a nice gouge a month ago and shrugged it off as a minor battle scar. It's not really noticeable unless magnified, however I'm curious as to if It needs attention.
Thoughts?

 

[OldMike]

Also, this now has me curious as to the cost of the newer SJ "flex" rear triangle.........Any Ideas?

 

[Offthepath]

I have several like that all over my bike, so I hope it's ok!

Seriously, it does not look like anything to be conserned with.

 

[DachshundBiker]

How's the stumpjumper ride

 

[OldMike]

How's the stumpjumper ride

Great.
No real comparison for me as it's the first real 29er I've owned/ridden, but It seems fast on the flat and up, and composed in the rough and steep down.

 

[knutspeed]

FIll it up with some epoxy/resin to avoid goo and moisture sticking there, and also to stop any cracks from forming in the future? Have done so on several spots on my '17.

 

[spaightlabs]

Tis but a flesh wound.

 

[Salespunk]

Send it, if you see it crack then start to think about ordering a crash replacement rear triangle. I rode a cracked seat stay on my Evo for 9 months even though I had the replacement sitting on my bench.