Dubber88

I went from a 28-40 ; 11-36 ( Finding the top end burning me wishing for that little bit of a lighter gear). As an experiment I installed a 24 blade, running a 24-40 currently (Not recommended by manufacturer) and am as happy as can be. This setup is on a 2012 XT groupset.

Thanks your your links and peecheers! That solves my problem.

As far as I understand having a higher pressure in the neg. chamber is not recommended by SRAM ?

The problem with 100mm travel is that the head angle is not ideal for my setup on the bike considering an efficient fork setup. I need that little bit more leaning forward on the bike for my handling to be spot on. The reason for asking this is that I was riding my fork quite soft and got used to about 30-40% sag, and by doing this I used quite allot of travel by using these low pressures on normal rides. By reading up on how to get that little bit more speed out of your bike a harder pumped fork is one of the answers. So the reasoning is that I would want a more efficient fork setup, thus riding the fork a bit harder but at the same head angle as it is currently setup at without using softer pressures in my fork.

Good day Hubbers, Any tech guru's out there that's willing to help me on this one. I know it has something to do with installing a spacer( which I have) and that a basic service of the fork is also a good idea whilst doing that. I would like to do a DIY. Already got all the tech documents with specs on oils etc. but can't find anything on how to convert the fork( ie. instructions and videos). It's a 2012 Reba RLT fork. Thanks for your help in advance. Regards, Dub

REALLY.

LOL. If thats the case, the front wheel failed terribly on me and it needed to be rebuilt with a new rim. It's holding up now...

Thanks.

2012 XT Groupset. Ritchey WCS Handlebar & Seatpost. Selle Italia SL Saddle. ZTR Crest Wheelset, Stans 3.30 Hubs Ikon - Ikon tyres Red ESI grips

Couple of differences that changes the feel of the ride. Tapered head tube for a stiffer front end which makes handling better. Hydro-formed tubes that looks awesome, is allot more stiff around the BB and 80 grams lighter than old Large frame. And the ride is a little bit softer than before on the arse. But the best advantage over its older brother is an awesome paint job that doesn't scratch when you only look at it before a ride. I got a buyer for my frame and actually wanted a 2012 model to start with building the bike last year August, so thats why I upgraded. Seriously awesome frame, enjoying every moment more and more.

Thats what I'm changing too. Have 28-40 at the moment and am missing that little bit lighter gear on the low end. I'd rather shift up two gears using the top end more and don't use my granny that much but at least have the option of having something a little bit lighter when the angles ask for it rather than being limited to something that's just that little bit too hard for comfort. Especially on races like Sabie and 3 Towers.

Had a older model EMD 9 and now have the 2012 EMD 9 Large, bike setup changed allot since I started riding the Niners. Weight is 10.72.KG

Agreed. But I still live my Niner to bits.

Another nice feature with these Sparks is the wheel base is relatively short for the 29" design which helps with cornering.

Riding a bike has allot more to do with the geometry of the frame and weight distribution on the bike than the size of the wheels. In other words you feeling confident on your bike and enjoying the ride. If you are looking at 29'ers look at Niner frames. Best geometry in the business in my opinion. Just remember a bad fitment can ruin any bike no matter how expensive or "special". 29" wheels has it's advantages & disadvantages...

Spez Epic Expert 29" OR My 2012 Niner EMD9.

Ikons are seriously amazing, especially in these dry loose sand conditions. Riding Ikons front and back and can't complain.

Good question. Where can one buy Spez Tires?

If it wasn't for a stomach bug I definitely would have joined. Maybe a blessing in disguise.

Also, The places where they are taking the photo's are normal flat sections??? Opposed to C-Sharp where they had strategic points where a decent action photo could be taken. What's the use taking photo's of riders looking down into the ground on a flat section rather than on a fast technical descent from a cool angle.... Just saying.

What happened to C-Sharp? I was ALLOT more happy with the photo's they took last year at the Nissan Series.

Thanks for the reassurance.

Thanks, will take another look at them when I'm at the LBS.

And these bad boys. Have been using Eggbeaters for a long time now. Think its time for a change. Any comments?

Bought myself Specialized Comp MTB shoes today for R1275 including shipping. Retails for R1500 +