Claudio Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 So, it's time to look at a new ride. I'm currently selling my Nukeproof Snap and Argyle fork (if you're keen PM me )and looking for a 140mm+ all mountainy ride. I've found a fork, 160mm Fox Talas, and have all but decided on an NS Soda Air, but thought I would put it to the people for some opinion. My budget is max 17,000 for a frame, has to be 26 and minimum 140mm travel. And go...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 (edited) NS Soda is a kickass bike, bro. Love the fact that it's so customizable. Other options are the Sukuma (a BRILL bike) and my personal fave at the moment. Commencal Meta is also a good option. What about a Reign? Would suit the TALAS 160 perfectly. As would the Reign X. But then that's going onto the upper end of the travel scales at 170mm rear. Was going to suggest the Turner 5 spot that Crow has for sale, but just remembered that it's for grown-ups only (it's a bit big for you) Hmmm... Decisions. If it were me, doing the AM thing all over again and buying a replacement for the Reign X, it'd have to be a Sukuma. That's my pick. But it'd be a custom colour... Edited January 29, 2014 by cpt armpies mayhem
Claudio Posted January 24, 2014 Author Posted January 24, 2014 That's basically what I was thinking too, the Sukuma. But finding one is another story entirely..... Custom, like maybe British racing green or something? Giant Reign... yes, but no. I don't know why, but it doesn't do anything for me. The NS is just way more attractive. jaco369 1
Guest Omega Man Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 (edited) So, it's time to look at a new ride. I'm currently selling my Nukeproof Snap and Argyle fork (if you're keen PM me )and looking for a 140mm+ all mountainy ride. I've found a fork, 160mm Fox Talas, and have all but decided on an NS Soda Air, but thought I would put it to the people for some opinion. My budget is max 17,000 for a frame, has to be 26 and minimum 140mm travel. And go...I'll swap you my Reign X frame and bits for your snap. Medium Reign XComes with: A brand new never been on a bike Fox RP23Gravity 2x CranksetBBMRP 2x ChainguideX7 Rear Derallieur and shifter11-34 9 speed cassetteFSA Headset (tapered steerer)Color matching Bell Trail Lid So all you need is wheels, brakes and the fork you already have and you're riding. Edited January 24, 2014 by Omega Man
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 I'll swap you my Reign X frame and bits for your snap. Well, there you go... Reign X - shorter than the new Trance, with more cushioning! And you're about the same height as Omega here!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 It's this frame...http://www.giant-bicycles.com/_upload_us/bikes/models/xxl/2010/Reign%20X%20Frame_GE_GU_72dpiWIDE.jpg Steven Knoetze (sk27) 1
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 That's basically what I was thinking too, the Sukuma. But finding one is another story entirely..... Custom, like maybe British racing green or something? Giant Reign... yes, but no. I don't know why, but it doesn't do anything for me. The NS is just way more attractive. OH BTW - Sukuma new price off the shelf is I think 17k. So contact Morewood directly if you're keen...
Hairy Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 What size is that common and really simplistic Reign you simply can't find anyone to buy or even swap for a box of smarties ..... (I might be a little intersted. ... might)
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 What size is that common and really simplistic Reign you simply can't find anyone to buy or even swap for a box of smarties ..... (I might be a little intersted. ... might) MMMMMM, MMMM, mmm, MMMMMMM, <<<
Guest Omega Man Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 What size is that common and really simplistic Reign you simply can't find anyone to buy or even swap for a box of smarties ..... (I might be a little intersted. ... might)It's a medium but this is about Claudio. Let's not derail his thread....... Much Iwan Kemp 1
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 I'll swap you my Reign X frame and bits for your snap. Medium Reign XComes with: A brand new never been on a bike Fox RP23Gravity 2x CranksetBBMRP 2x ChainguideX7 Rear Derallieur and shifter11-34 9 speed cassetteFSA Headset (tapered steerer)Color matching Bell Trail Lid So all you need is wheels, brakes and the fork you already have and you're riding. YOU LIE!!! It was on your intense for at LEAST 45 minutes!!
Claudio Posted January 24, 2014 Author Posted January 24, 2014 I'll swap you my Reign X frame and bits for your snap. Medium Reign XComes with: A brand new never been on a bike Fox RP23Gravity 2x CranksetBBMRP 2x ChainguideX7 Rear Derallieur and shifter11-34 9 speed cassetteFSA Headset (tapered steerer)Color matching Bell Trail Lid So all you need is wheels, brakes and the fork you already have and you're riding. That is a tempting prospect, but I couldn't do a straight swap... I'm particularly attached to my XT brakes and I feel like the bike as a whole is worth more than 7k, not to say that we can't make a deal though.
Guest Omega Man Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 (edited) That is a tempting prospect, but I couldn't do a straight swap... I'm particularly attached to my XT brakes and I feel like the bike as a whole is worth more than 7k, not to say that we can't make a deal though.You an keep the brakes and rotors. Gives me an excuse to buy some V4's Edited January 24, 2014 by Omega Man
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 You an keep the brakes and rotors. Gives me an excuse to buy some V4's HAHAHA! That's more like the Duane I know... Any excuse to get a new bit of CNC'd aluminium porn... That fresh-from-the-UK smell. Machine oil aftertaste (you have to lick them, of course) and the sexy-as-fook levers. Awesome.
ThePubSA Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 I'll swap you my Reign X frame and bits for your snap. Medium Reign XComes with: A brand new never been on a bike Fox RP23Gravity 2x CranksetBBMRP 2x ChainguideX7 Rear Derallieur and shifter11-34 9 speed cassetteFSA Headset (tapered steerer)Color matching Bell Trail Lid So all you need is wheels, brakes and the fork you already have and you're riding.Thats an epic swop for a DJ bike.... id be ringing your doorbell already
ThePubSA Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 You an keep the brakes and rotors. Gives me an excuse to buy some V4'sOnly need rear
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