NINER_boy

As As far as I have it, Q factor is personal setup and preference, and not frame specific. Well at least that is my understanding of it

R $ exchange is HURTING us there. A year or two ago, CRC was at least a 1/3rd cheapest than any price in SA. Yes, but currently is is more expensive to shop there

Well, one of the most bias Ninerds around. Eldron beats me by a hairs breadth and a couple of bikes in the stable...

Yep! Niner rocks. But don't listen to me, I am the most bias Ninerd and for me even the OLD Ebb is good hahahaha. Been riding a RIP9 since 2009 and loving that bike more and more every day. Not to mention my A9C SS rigid sweety. Happy hoopin

http://www.rapidracerproducts.com/BPET.htmhttp://www.rapidracerproducts.com/BPET.htm See what KIT you need from the below table and order what you need. Happy servicing The following RRP Bearing Kits are available (SOLD SEPARATELY): http://www.rapidracerproducts.com/BPET/Pics/BPET%20diagram.jpg

I will send you a link shortly that explains what kit press / puller you will need for what size bearing

LOL... The tool set works out about R1400 for the press and extraction tool and 2x bearing size presses and pullers. CRC http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/rapidracerproducts-bearing-press-extraction-tool/rp-prod57883 http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/rapidracerproducts-bearing-kit/rp-prod57887 Enduro press set close to 4k, and then you still need the blind hole puller set at abour 2k. Enjoy

This town has been around since 863, and I couldnt find any lawsuit pending over the use of the town's name for any product or race. http://flagspot.net/flags/fr-59-rb.html So still, bad on you Spaz!!!

My latest purchase... From now on, ALL my maintenance I will do myself. R&R Shock service I have under the belt, now the suspension linkage. Due Dec, looking forward to that

+1 "Special"-ized type of tossers these Have to say, this bike store is on the winning end so far, as ANY type of publicity is publicity... I am sure every contributor to is thread has had a visit to his web page, I know I did!!!

Then I suppose that the old French king should then sue Spaz RE the using of his old towns name in one of their bike ranges. IMHO, really SPAZ!!!!!

Wishing you very happy loooong miles on that bike. Happy hoopin

Oh yes, back to your opening question. I swop cogs, easier than a chainring. Gearing wise, there is a "smaller" gearing increment per tooth change up front vs tooth change at the back "cog" side. Track cyclists use this to the fullest extent, but for slower speeds MTB and offroad riding, the calculations are not done like that to a "per second" measurement change per lap accuracy. So, my advice, get a range of at least 2 cogs, good quality ones like Surly, and ride them like they're stolen. They have a nice thick base so won't dig into your freebody and will last well. PS, on the velosolo SS cogs, I had a pair, but they wear out waaaaaay to fast!!!! I don't think I got 2000km out of my 19, so chucked them. I know they are affordable, but you get what you pay for, and I needed more lifetime from them. Happy hoopin

My ratios, 34 (q ring) 19 currently, just because I am unfit. Otherwise, mostly 34 x 18 I mention the Q ring, as the oval effect makes it closer to maybe a 35 on the long end. 29" bike rigid.

Mechanically impossible to do do 2 blades, unless you keep the rear derailleur. There is another answer to that question, a Dingle setup. That is a 2x cog and 2x chainring setup, where the two different ratios require exactly the same chain length. So you will have a bigger gear for the flats and downhills, and a lighter climbing gear. Have a look at the Surly dingle setups. Not REALLY SS-ing, but I think a good option The trick is, you will have to stop and remove the wheel, manually shift your chain and fit the wheel again. IMO, ideal for looooong trecking expeditions. Welcome to the SS madness, it is the best fun you can have with your legs closed!!! Happy hoopin

Hi there If you "race" for times and better times, maybe the L will be better suited, as the XL might be "slacker" in handling. If you decide to "ride" more for pleasure, the bigger bike (set up right) will feel more relaxed and less racy. Just make sure your setup is right on whatever you decide on. I am 186, and the Niner rip9 L and my Air 9 C large suits me 100%. Or maybe you just feel like a new bike. If you want it get it

Pictchas of the bike!!!!!! Please

Have you guys seen his On One deal??? http://www.on-one.co.uk/i/q/ZXOOFAT/on_one_fatty_rolling_chassis_bundle Do I see a fatty SS on the post soon??? If I have the cash, this would be my nr1 consideration!! Really good deal

SMK LOTFL!!!!!!!!!!

and some more...

I see the Caveman (Conrad Stoltz) is already riding it on his Specialized. The spider and Specialized crank option...

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Hi Eldron A recent post on the hub had a rider, 1.98m tall and on a XL frame, WITH a 0deg offset post that needed 10mm fore movement of his saddle, and that is recommended after 3x professional bike setups done. So maybe, in the odd case a need

It has more got to do with getting the rider's setup fight on the bike. Some need more fore / aft adjustment, and SOMETIMES current products come a little short. This will lend the additional 10mm+ or 10mm- as necessary for correct position relative to the bike BB. Might even get other okes to fit on 26" bikes... mmmmm, do I see the resurrection of the 26"?????? Happy hoopin PS, some info from the review "So what makes a saddle 29er-specific? According to F’izi:k, “Larger wheels have forced changes in mountain bike geometry, often including longer chainstays and shallower seat angles. These changes have an affect on weight distribution and bike fit, tending to position the rider further towards the back of the bike.” In order to address these fit issues, the THAR has rails with 95mm of fore/aft adjustment—25mm longer than comparable saddles, F’izi:k claims. This length was added to the rear of the saddle, allowing it to be positioned further forward to compensate for shallower seat angles and longer top tubes found on some (but certainly not all) big-wheeled mountain bikes."

Hi guys Have you seen this??? It is Rotor's answer to the 1x setup market. Looks really sweet. http://singletrackwo...-mountain-line/ http://reviews.mtbr....-day-3/rotor-1x Happy Hoopin