Kuys Posted November 18, 2013 Share 2011trek fuel ex5 I rode my Trek EX9 with a 150mm Revelation for 2 years, no problem But I did feel that it raised the BB enough to have a negative effect on the handling, if I had to to it again, I'd stick to 130mm max, and maybe consider adjustable headset if you want to slacken the head angle Also depends on how much you weigh and what type of riding you do, if you weigh 110kg and do big drops, then youre probably looking for trouble, but just normal trail riding, and you should not break anything... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAAHIRWP Posted November 19, 2013 Share I rode my Trek EX9 with a 150mm Revelation for 2 years, no problem But I did feel that it raised the BB enough to have a negative effect on the handling, if I had to to it again, I'd stick to 130mm max, and maybe consider adjustable headset if you want to slacken the head angle Also depends on how much you weigh and what type of riding you do, if you weigh 110kg and do big drops, then youre probably looking for trouble, but just normal trail riding, and you should not break anything... Kuys, when a fuel EXs' BB is raised, does it negatively affect handling in both ascent and descent situations? i weigh 57kg, and eating my vegetables to help me grow a lil bit beeggGER. i don't know which type of riding i do anymore - but i think the best way to describe my riding is up and down the mountain, riding trails as aggressively as i can. (probably not half as aggressive as most in this thread) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted November 19, 2013 Share Kuys, when a fuel EXs' BB is raised, does it negatively affect handling in both ascent and descent situations? i weigh 57kg, and eating my vegetables to help me grow a lil bit beeggGER. i don't know which type of riding i do anymore - but i think the best way to describe my riding is up and down the mountain, riding trails as aggressively as i can. (probably not half as aggressive as most in this thread) That would be All Mountain riding. As in, riding ALL of the mountain, but more of a focus on the downhills. We ride up because it takes us to the top of the trail, not because we like it... Robodog, Dirty Sanchez, Eddy Gordo and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted November 19, 2013 Share That would be All Mountain riding. As in, riding ALL of the mountain, but more of a focus on the downhills. We ride up because it takes us to the top of the trail, not because we like it...That would be All Mountain riding. As in, riding ALL of the mountain, but more of a focus on the downhills. We ride up because it takes us to the top of the trail, not because we like it... I don't mind riding up the hill either .... like the way it feels like your legs are bleeding and the taste of blood in your mouth frothing up from your lungs! TopFuel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grebel Posted November 19, 2013 Share That's the only reason we go up (Notice I didn't say ride....) If there is a shuttle, even better. Lifes is all about going down Capricorn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LazyTrailRider Posted November 19, 2013 Share We ride up because it takes us to the top of the trail, not because we like it... Actually, I quite like that part as well... nickelass 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted November 19, 2013 Share Actually, I quite like that part as well... ROFL. I don't like it at the moment. But I do like beating my own times up... means I get fitter, which means I have more fun on the way down... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddy Gordo Posted November 19, 2013 Share Yeah, for me its all about the fun factor, taking me to another place etc. The exercise is a side effect!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted November 19, 2013 Share So wth the months counting down to my decision on a new AM/Enduro frame, I have plenty of options that are tempting the heck outta me and have mt wallet squirming... This being hte latest one to the list <iframe src='http://www.vitalmtb.com/v/15374?width=600&height=338' width='600' height='338' frameborder='0'></iframe><p><a href='http://www.vitalmtb....nt,16'>Adam Hauck :: Roam Shredding at Highland</a> - More <a href='http://www.vitalmtb....m'>Mountain Bike</a> <a href='http://www.vitalmtb....>Videos</a></p> http://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/users/109/photos/26312/s780_IMG_1853.jpg?1316163998 Edited November 19, 2013 by patches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeBloke Posted November 19, 2013 Share So wth the months counting down to my decision on a new AM/Enduro frame, I have plenty of options that are tempting the heck outta me and have mt wallet squirming... This being hte latest one to the list Get them all. Bikes are a really good investment. Edited November 19, 2013 by SomeBloke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted November 19, 2013 Share Get them all. http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/09/09/article-2415853-002CD0A400000258-494_634x490.jpg SomeBloke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted November 19, 2013 Share Damn Adam Hauck for shredding so damn well and really making me believe that if I had that bike, I could do a fraction of the same! Edited November 19, 2013 by patches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hayleyearth Posted November 19, 2013 Share So wth the months counting down to my decision on a new AM/Enduro frame, I have plenty of options that are tempting the heck outta me and have mt wallet squirming... There is only 2 options!!!!!!You know what they are! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted November 19, 2013 Share So wth the months counting down to my decision on a new AM/Enduro frame, I have plenty of options that are tempting the heck outta me and have mt wallet squirming... This being hte latest one to the list <iframe src='http://www.vitalmtb.com/v/15374?width=600&height=338' width='600' height='338' frameborder='0'></iframe><p><a href='http://www.vitalmtb....nt,16'>Adam Hauck :: Roam Shredding at Highland</a> - More <a href='http://www.vitalmtb....m'>Mountain Bike</a> <a href='http://www.vitalmtb....>Videos</a></p> http://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/users/109/photos/26312/s780_IMG_1853.jpg?1316163998Just learnt a little tech tip on the 2:02sec mark when hitting a jump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuys Posted November 19, 2013 Share Kuys, when a fuel EXs' BB is raised, does it negatively affect handling in both ascent and descent situations? i weigh 57kg, and eating my vegetables to help me grow a lil bit beeggGER. i don't know which type of riding i do anymore - but i think the best way to describe my riding is up and down the mountain, riding trails as aggressively as i can. (probably not half as aggressive as most in this thread) High BB = poor cornering at high speeds, makes you feel like you ride "on" the bike, not "in" itHigh BB = better pedalling through rocks & stuff Rather ask yourself, why so much travel? Why is 120mm upfront not good enough? Quality suspension and good geometry is more important than lost of travel Do you have a dropper seatpost? I would much rather recommend a dropper seatpost than putting a longer travel fork on, since it will allow better weight and body shifts on the DH's, will make the bike feel much more capable TAAHIRWP 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePubSA Posted November 22, 2013 Share http://ep1.pinkbike.org/p4pb10305293/p4pb10305293.jpg Sanderis, Beer4Recovery and ZION 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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