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M L

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Ok so I sold my frame today, want to upgrade to something lighter and bigger, was on a M zaskar and I am 1.85 with a inseam of 92cm.

 

I have a budget of +-R5000

Must be a 29er frame

Must weigh less than 1700g

 

I currently have a straight steerer fork so I will probably sell that and get a tapered, also using shimano xt crank.

 

1.) So I am between going tapered (steering benefits) but then I have to replace my fork.

2.) Going bb30 (weight benefits) but then I have to replace my crank.

 

Both the above mentioned isn't the biggest of issues, I can sell them both and buy accordingly.

 

My options at the moment:

1.) Carbon felt frame (then I can keep my fork) it weighs 1500g's but it is a felt - R4000

2.) Trek superfly with tapered fork so I have to sell mine, weight is unkown - R3000

3.) Cannondale flash around 1590g, not too clued up on converting but I know they take tapered forks when converted, they also make use of bb30 if I am not mistaken so the crank has got to go - R4900

4.) Go brand new and get a commencial supernormal with a weight of +-1680g, but then I need a new fork and crank - R4000

 

Your opinions/advice please?

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Only cptmayhem? Get out of the "hubbers help a lady out" thread and help the guys in need of advice?

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