[69tr6r]

I hear the swishing sound too.

How is the Monarch RL shock? I found one for sale for $100.

 

[69tr6r]

I hear the swishing sound too.

How is the Monarch RL shock? I found one for sale for $100.

That one sold, so now I'm looking at a used Monarch RC3 Debonair.

 

[maximo]

How does the Fox DPS compare to the Monarch RT3 on the Phantom? Can anyone comment on that comparison? Also can anyone tell me the size of bushing hardware for the RT3 I know its 8mm but whats other measurment/

 

[carbine_275]

Also can anyone tell me the size of bushing hardware for the RT3 I know its 8mm but whats other measurment/

40mm & 25.4mm

 

[maximo]

40mm & 25.4mm

Awesome! Thanks carbine_275

 

[maximo]

Hello fellow Phantom riders,
Can anyone comment on how many volume spacers you are running on your Monarch RT3 shocks on the Banshee Phantom?

Thanks in advance, I just bought a RT3 as a back up to the ccdb inline and I want to get it set up so I can just throw it on the bike when I need to send the CCDB inline in for service.

 

[maximo]

This bike has been an absolute joy, added new Maxxis rubber (Minion SS and Minion DHF) and the final touch the Chromag bar and stem. I also purchased a Rockshock RT3 as a backup to the CCDB inline, any set up suggestions on that would be great... I am about 200lbs all geared up.

 

[MotoSurgeon]

Is it possible to hammershmidt a 2014 phantom?

 

[builttoride]

Honestly, it's not something we recommend for a number of reasons. It might be possible, but it will not be beneficial.

 

[maximo]

Installed my backup rear shock to get it dialed (Rockshock Monarch RT3)... First impressions over the CCDB Inline are it pedals better and you don't lose much plushness over slow speed chunk, but once you pick up speed over long rough sections I really noticed how the RT3 cant keep up with hit after hit quite like the CCDB Inline. Overall I am pleased with the performance of the RT3. I think it will be a great back up to the DB inline.

 

[LyNx]

Thanks for the update, was always curious how the 2 shocks compared, sounds like if the damper just isn't able to keep up with the constant repetitive hits. Did you get the right tune buying retail? Far as I know it's 'sposed to be the Low/Low tune and I haven't seen any of them available retail.

Installed my backup rear shock to get it dialed (Rockshock Monarch RT3)... First impressions over the CCDB Inline are it pedals better and you don't lose much plushness over slow speed chunk, but once you pick up speed over long rough sections I really noticed how the RT3 cant keep up with hit after hit quite like the CCDB Inline. Overall I am pleased with the performance of the RT3. I think it will be a great back up to the DB inline.

 

[MotoSurgeon]

Going to build up and test my 2014 (pepper)mint Phantom on Sunday..

Size = M
Fork = Fox 95-120 talas
Shock = cc db
Bar = monkey lite carbon
Stem = renthal apex 50mm
Post = random carbon 15mm setback with hope QR clamp
Saddle = Philippine carbon
Crank = 170mm xx1 non drive/hammerschmidt drive
Drop outs = 142mm x 12mm
Wheels = stans wheels hope pro 2 evo hubs
Tires = yes
Brakes = Formula T1 racing 180/160
Drivetrain = single speed with zee shortcage as a tensioner and hammerschmidt 24t with overdrive.
Pedals = Race Face chester

 

[69tr6r]

Going to build up and test my 2014 (pepper)mint Phantom on Sunday..

Size = M
Fork = Fox 95-120 talas
Shock = cc db
Bar = monkey lite carbon
Stem = renthal apex 50mm
Post = random carbon 0 setback with hope QR clamp
Saddle = specialized romin ti
Crank = 170 xx1 or hammerschmidt if I can find someone to face my tabs...
Drop outs = 142mm x 12mm
Wheels = stans wheels hope pro 2 evo hubs
Tires = yes
Brakes = Formula T1 racing 180/160
Drivetrain = single speed with zee shortcage as a tensioner. Waiting to hear back from Banshee on what chainring the antisquat is optimized for...
Pedals = Race Face chester

Sounds interesting, can't wait to see a SS Phantom!

 

[LyNx]

Hum, this should be interesting indeed, would be the first SS Phantom for sure. Wondered why with the state of drive train development you were asking about a HS, but for this I guess it makes sense to use as a flip/flop gear solution, I'd prob just use a normal crank, FD and shifter though, think it works out lighter. Was this the last M frame Jenson had in stock there for a bit, was a killer deal?

Going to build up and test my 2014 (pepper)mint Phantom on Sunday..

Size = M...........Drivetrain = single speed with zee shortcage as a tensioner. Waiting to hear back from Banshee on what chainring the antisquat is optimized for...

 

[maximo]

Thanks for the update, was always curious how the 2 shocks compared, sounds like if the damper just isn't able to keep up with the constant repetitive hits. Did you get the right tune buying retail? Far as I know it's 'sposed to be the Low/Low tune and I haven't seen any of them available retail.

Hmmm... I didn't think to look? I will be testing it again this afternoon I am going to speed up the rebound see if that helps.

 

[maximo]

Hum, this should be interesting indeed, would be the first SS Phantom for sure. Wondered why with the state of drive train development you were asking about a HS, but for this I guess it makes sense to use as a flip/flop gear solution, I'd prob just use a normal crank, FD and shifter though, think it works out lighter. Was this the last M frame Jenson had in stock there for a bit, was a killer deal?

There is a single speed Phantom in post your single speeds thread, I will look for it and post the link here.

 

[maximo]

Quote Originally Posted by padrefan1982 View Post
Post 20 mile shakedown ride for my SS'ed Banshee Phantom. Was a lot of fun!
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This is badass!

 

[maximo]

Quote Originally Posted by padrefan1982 View Post
Post 20 mile shakedown ride for my SS'ed Banshee Phantom. Was a lot of fun!
Attachment 1103547
This is badass!

Crap its on share your single speed ride thread... I don't know how to post it with the photo.

 

[eyderman]

Banshee Phantom

Medium Frame, 50mm stem, 120mm X-Fusion Trace, CCDB Inline, 150mm KS dropper, 2x10. Awesome bike.

I know front derailleurs are not that popular nowadays but for anyone interested, I used one of the newer Shimano Side-swing/front-pull type and it fits and works great.

 

[LyNx]

I'm still a firm believer in 2x setups, just can't get the same range unless you go to 12spd or add a 50t to your 11spd, so still run them on most all my bikes, been running one of the new side swing Shimano's since July last year, such a great improvement over previous FDs from SRAM and Shimano, nothing behind the ST and much shorter cage to keep it out of the way.

Looks like you have the RL version of the Trace, if you want something better with more adjustment, you might consider contacting X-Fusion and purchasing the new RC HLR damper, think they're somewhere around $200 for them. Think I'll be doing this to mine shortly to see how much real improvement it offers, but so far reports from others who have done the swap say it's a major upgrade.

I know front derailleurs are not that popular nowadays but for anyone interested, I used one of the newer Shimano Side-swing/front-pull type and it fits and works great.