[matrix311]

The solution requires you to use a hair-dryer to remove the current one before applying the new one. I will very nicely ask my LBS to do this for me.

Mine was coming off before I even left the shop with it brand new, day one.

Mine is coming off as well.

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[ryknown]

Mine is coming off as well.

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Email Pivot about it... It's a known issue and they respond very promptly - just send them pics.

 

[evasive]

Picard appears to be a troll. Just look at his series of one-phrase nonsensical comments/questions on this thread. I think he's safe to add to the ignore list.

I no longer own a Switchblade so I don't have a dog in the fight. I do think that anyone who has a complaint about the weight hasn't actually ridden the bike. Most size L bigger-travel 29ers with a dropper and real tires are roughly in the 30-ish pound range. Some a pound or two lighter. Some a pound or two heavier

Whatever he is, you're right about safely ignoring him.

I just built a XL SB5.5c. It came in at 31 and 1 oz with Onyx hubs, a GX cassette, and a DD casing tire. I could easily drop 2+ lbs with a lighter wheelset, cassette, and EXO tires, and will probably do that in the spring for XC/trail duty. Anywhere between 28 and change and 32 seems reasonable for this category, depending on intent and wallet.

 

[Pigglet13]

Here are pics of my 32t Absolute Black cinch chain ring. I did not order the boost version. This was advertised as "Absolute Black Chairnring AbsoluteBlack Oval Direct RF-Cinch 32T RD" when I ordered it.

Thanks for that. Mine is catching. I've emailed Pivot to see what they suggest is the biggest chain ring that can be fitted and I'm still awaiting a response.

Did my first ever enduro on mine at the weekend. Every time I ride this bike it blows me away how capable it is as an all rounder. I'm able to get up technical climbs I've never managed in 20 years of riding and that's coming off a mach 429 which I thought climbed well! I'm running with the 17mm headset cup in and forks running at 160mm. I demo'd a 429 trail and Ripley LS before this was released, nearly bought the ripley but hung on to try it in an XL and then this was released. Boy am I glad I waited!!! For me it's my ideal all day, all terrain ride.

 

[techfersure]

Thanks for that. Mine is catching. I've emailed Pivot to see what they suggest is the biggest chain ring that can be fitted and I'm still awaiting a response.

Did my first ever enduro on mine at the weekend. Every time I ride this bike it blows me away how capable it is as an all rounder. I'm able to get up technical climbs I've never managed in 20 years of riding and that's coming off a mach 429 which I thought climbed well! I'm running with the 17mm headset cup in and forks running at 160mm. I demo'd a 429 trail and Ripley LS before this was released, nearly bought the ripley but hung on to try it in an XL and then this was released. Boy am I glad I waited!!! For me it's my ideal all day, all terrain ride.

Friend of mine has a 34t non oval on Next Sl crankset. My understanding is 34t is max fo SB.

 

[kenbentit]

Yes, 34t is max for a 1x setup AND you need to be sure to order a Zero offset ring. Wolftooth has them in stock if you want to try upsizing.

Friend of mine has a 34t non oval on Next Sl crankset. My understanding is 34t is max fo SB.

 

[motoguru2007]

Anyone interested in stock aluminum DT swigs 350 wheel-set with tires for Switchblade
OR if you want just the Boost 110 and 157 hubs to build your own let me know..

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[JakeLoc]

Anyone here 6'6" or above own or demo'd a SB? Thinking about purchasing and want to know if an XL will fit and can't find one to demo until my LBS holds their demo day in late october. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[techfersure]

Got word yesterday from Raceface that Turbine Cinch and Next Sl now available for SB ordered through your LBS.Looking at Turbine for myself.

 

[maettu]

Can you post your setup with weights?

I never weighed a bike before my Pivot. I decided to see if it was worth the hassle. I weighed everything and picked parts with function, durability and weight in mind. I dropped over 7lbs off my previous bike with a sub-28lb build.

It's been 3yrs since that build and I've given some thought to whether it was worth it. Both from a cost and a hassle point of view. It definitely was. That bike is a joy to ride especially as the days get longer and I am more out of gas.

When I get my next bike I'll go through the same process. It's easy to add a bunch of weight onto your rig without realizing it if you are not diligent about tracking frame/parts weight.

That said I only paid attention to weight during the build process. Since I picked solid parts other than replacing tires, chains and brake pads I'm still riding the original build. I could have gone lighter, but I am not interested in breaking stuff regularly.

If you don't want to pay any attention to bike weight I get that and I wouldn't suggest you should. OTOH if it matters to you and you want a light bike it makes sense to me.

 

[Pigglet13]

Yes, 34t is max for a 1x setup AND you need to be sure to order a Zero offset ring. Wolftooth has them in stock if you want to try upsizing.

Thanks for the Reply Ken. So are you saying that in order to run a 34T ring it must have Zero dish/offset? So if laid on a bench it will be completely flat?

It looks as though the race face 30T ring supplied with the bike has 3mm of Offset, the Absolute Black Non Boost ring has 6mm of offset so is both larger in diameter and is offset closer to the stays. Looks like I need the AB Boost ring which has 3mm of Offset, same as the OE ring.

 

[vikb]

Can you post your setup with weights?

It's not a Switchblade so I don't know that would be of much help to you.

 

[kenbentit]

That's correct. It needs the zero offset in order to clear the frame as the OD increases.

Thanks for the Reply Ken. So are you saying that in order to run a 34T ring it must have Zero dish/offset? So if laid on a bench it will be completely flat?

It looks as though the race face 30T ring supplied with the bike has 3mm of Offset, the Absolute Black Non Boost ring has 6mm of offset so is both larger in diameter and is offset closer to the stays. Looks like I need the AB Boost ring which has 3mm of Offset, same as the OE ring.

 

[Csasb]

Hi guys.
ive ridden the SB in th XT/XTR build for 3 times, still setting up the bike, but everytime feels better.
I feel my 429 trail a bit more agile uphill but i really like the feeling on the bike.

However on 2 ocations, one just starting ascending on paved road and the second on the trail whe i changed from the 34t to the 24t ring the chain got trapped between the chainstay and the ring.
Ive taken a pic recreating the position it ended up and one with the damage made to te CS. Sorry forn them being sideways, dont kow why they uploaded like that.
Any one encountered the same problem? Is this caused by a bad install of the cranks and the rings? the bike shifts perfectly otherwise, and it has happened twice.
thanks in advance.

 

[ryknown]

Sold Thanks

I received the wheelset and tires - absolutely wonderful transaction. Thank you!

 

[matrix311]

I received the wheelset and tires - absolutely wonderful transaction. Thank you!

Awesome man! Glad they are going to work.

FYI if anyone else is interested in selling their 27.5+ wheelset please contact me. I'm interested in purchasing them. Thanks!

 

[motoguru2007]

Thanks my man, enjoy!

 

[cesjr]

The Eagle builds are now up on Pivot's website. One odd thing - the shock is not listed as the EVOL version for the Eagle builds unlike all of the other builds. Why would that be the case?

 

[Pigglet13]

That's correct. It needs the zero offset in order to clear the frame as the OD increases.

Cool, thanks for the clarification Ken.

 

[Buffalo Soldier]

Hi guys.
ive ridden the SB in th XT/XTR build for 3 times, still setting up the bike, but everytime feels better.
I feel my 429 trail a bit more agile uphill but i really like the feeling on the bike.

However on 2 ocations, one just starting ascending on paved road and the second on the trail whe i changed from the 34t to the 24t ring the chain got trapped between the chainstay and the ring.
Ive taken a pic recreating the position it ended up and one with the damage made to te CS. Sorry forn them being sideways, dont kow why they uploaded like that.
Any one encountered the same problem? Is this caused by a bad install of the cranks and the rings? the bike shifts perfectly otherwise, and it has happened twice.
thanks in advance.

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Mine shifts well. I have Di2. I would take it to a good mechanic. I had the same issue with my old 429. It just needed a good mechanic to tweek the front derailleur i.e. not myself.

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