Sweet looking build

And is sounds like it climbs like a billy goat. Best wishes in meeting and beating that 10 minute mark, I would guess you'll be shooting for 9:45 soon.

Bob

 

pretty!!



rt

 

Are you going to take her out...

Are you going to take her out to play at the White Oak Challenge next weekend?
From what I understand it is a hardtail friendly course. So far this year my hardtail had gotten the call for all the WV races except the 24Hrs of Big Bear. Man I got beat up at Davis this past weekend.

Beautiful bike.

I find my riding style while racing is different on my HT vs. my FS. It seems that I put in more effort on the HT but the rewards are also greater. I guess this works if you have the fitness to last for the whole race. ( wish I had my FS on Sunday, had some cramping and struggled to finish 5th).
jamie

 

Thanks everyone!

I plan on using it at the White Oak Challenge. I'll probably be riding my Truth the following week at little beaver though. I am hoping to be able to pre-ride little beaver tomorrow.

I think I will be fine on most of the courses around here on the hardtail, as long as I don't fatigue too much. I tried racing an S-Works hardtail last year but that didn't work for me. I'm hoping that now that I have lost 50 pounds my back will be able to hold out a little better.

 

Looks like a real racing machine, SID fork and all. Which SID is that, Race orTeam? What weight is the bike fully assembled?

I was thinking of getting a HT for any real racing I was gona do, but after riding my friends HT last week when I was servicing/checking it I decided against it. I'd rather spend $150 and get the FloatR on my Trance Pushed and get some ligghter components. I couldn't imagine how tired you wil be racing that thing while being accustomed to a FS rig.

 

why would anyone ruin such a beauty with roksux?

 

The fork is a SID Team. I have not had a chance to weigh the bike yet. I am guessing right around 22 - 22.5 pounds. I was hoping it would be a little lighter though.

 

why would anyone ruin such a beauty with roksux?

I decided to give RockShox another chance now that they have been bought out by SRAM. From everything that I have read they are not like they used to be. After riding the bike a couple of times I would have to agree. I am very happy with the fork.

 

kudos, the main thing is that youre happy with your ride. my coment came from the myriad times i heard sids were like noodles. never actually tried them myself and with fox and zocchi around dont think i ever will.

 

Yup, everyone prefers different parts. In comparison on my Truth I have a 2005 Marzocchi Marathon SL that in my opinion is the worst fork I have ever ridden.

In my opinion the best forks are the least advertised, I think that White Brothers forks are the best out there.

 

Sweet! I am partial to hardtails and that is a nice one. I am also happy with the RockShox fork on my bike.

 

Nice setup LC

Overall, I really like the bike. Once I get used to it I'm sure my race times will improve.

Looks like you've got it down to a pretty good weight without breaking the bank or having a sponsor! Your fitness weight loss (??) is way more benificial to you during riding/racing then a pound or so less off the bike will ever do. Does tend to make us feel a little faster though....

Keep us posted.

JMac

 

Nice. Really Nice.

What did it finally weigh in at?

I've made the transition back to a hardtail this year after 4 years on FS. It definitely took some getting used to. You have to be more careful picking your lines.

One thing I noticed is that running a slightly lower pressure in the rear can make a huge difference. 35psi in the rear instead of 40 turned my HT from a harsh mistress into a silky smooth machine of death and destruction.

If rockshox could just figure out a way to keep lube in the stanchion seals, they would be a much better shock. I love my Duke, but the squeaking and stiction are really pissin me off.

Hard tails are always hard on the back. I'm a skinny lil bastard and it still hurts. More manageable after 6 straight months on it, but the 2-hour mark is time to get off and stretch.

 

kudos, the main thing is that youre happy with your ride. my coment came from the myriad times i heard sids were like noodles. never actually tried them myself and with fox and zocchi around dont think i ever will.

Hey, don't brand RS by the SIDs and their flex. The new REBA fork's are super excellent forks. Was wondering how come LowCel didn't go for one of them - guess he was really weight weeniing since the SID is only .4 heavier than the REBA SL, but no where near as stiff. Still nice I guess if you're on the lighter/smaller side and race.

 

why would anyone ruin such a beauty with roksux?

Really. I just got a Manitou Skareb, and while it is very slightly heavier than the SID, if is WAY stiffer and smoother. And the SID is made by RockSucks. Really sweet frame though.

 

Uhhh, thanks everyone, I think anyway.

JMac - the weight that I have lost has definately done more for my riding than any bike I could ever buy. It's amazing how much easier it is to climb.

forkboy - still haven't had a chance to weigh it. I'll get to it eventually though. I appreciate the info about the air pressure. I was thinking about dropping the rear down to 30 and giving it a shot. I generally run it at 35.

Lynx - Actual weight on the Reba SL is 1646 grams. The actual weight of my fork before cutting the steer tube was 1396 grams (including crown race). That is a difference of over 1/2 a pound. I don't see any reason to switch to a heavier fork when I am already happy with the fork I have.

 

How True...

kudos, the main thing is that youre happy with your ride. :

Yeah, that is the important thing. I just don't like the SID personally. Different strokes for different folks I guess.

 

Just wondering, what kind of crank is that?

 

FSA Carbon Pro with an American Classic bottom bracket.

 

BTW, here is her big sister.