Guest notmyname Posted August 31, 2015 Share I've wondered about the safety of that fence aswell,but I always take someone with to lessen the odds.I dont have to be faster than the lion,I just have to be faster than the other guy.[emoji48]Hahaha, taking no pain, no gain to the next level. BenReaper 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SurrealTiggi Posted September 15, 2015 Share Finally a bike to be proud of enough to post . Was lucky to find some good deals 2nd hand, ending up with 70-80% of the components that I wanted.Upgrades that I'm looking to do asap are a dropper post, better rotors, and maybe saddle and a chainguide. Components (with credit for those interested):Giant Trance 2015 + RS Monarch RT3 (from Dubbelbuys)RS Pike RCT3 (from Mappy with 2016 decals from Tyreone that I seemingly put on while drunk )FUNN/ODI cockpit (from Bibi)Shimano SLX brakes (also from Dubbelbuys)Shimano M8000 XT shifter, 11-42T cassette, rear mech and chain (Evobikes)SRAM X1 1x11 drivetrain + BB (Evobikes)SR Inferno 29 wheelset on Hopes from Bibi, trued by your friendly neighbourhood Trailhead Unfortunately I've only had one maiden ride but loved it, immeasurable improvement over my previous ride, looking forward to many more. Oh and still need to do some work on cable routing on the brakes. King Dean, bullet77, Brawler and 9 others 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Stubbs Posted September 17, 2015 Share My 2015 Reign1x10ReverbDaBomb 45mm Stem and GripsMRP Chain Guide and Bash GuardMagic Mary / Onza Ibex comboWTB HighTail perch bullet77, BenReaper, Long Wheel Base and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques999 Posted September 17, 2015 Share My Reus!!! Edited September 17, 2015 by GiantTCR1 Long Wheel Base, Mopkop, bullet77 and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted September 17, 2015 Share My newest Giant, replacing my Anthem: BrandonF_, Rocket-Boy, BenReaper and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximis Posted September 17, 2015 Share Some upgrades, Thomson stem, truvativ carbon 700mm bars and the trusty mud guard! Edited September 17, 2015 by Maximis Adrian Fogg, Long Wheel Base, Mopkop and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket-Boy Posted September 17, 2015 Share Some upgrades, Thomson stem, truvativ carbon 700mm bars and the trusty mud guard!image.jpgWow that looks awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raydek Posted September 18, 2015 Share NicNacDH, King Dean, justanotherbiker and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddy Gordo Posted September 18, 2015 Share Finally a bike to be proud of enough to post . Was lucky to find some good deals 2nd hand, ending up with 70-80% of the components that I wanted.Upgrades that I'm looking to do asap are a dropper post, better rotors, and maybe saddle and a chainguide. Components (with credit for those interested):Giant Trance 2015 + RS Monarch RT3 (from Dubbelbuys)RS Pike RCT3 (from Mappy with 2016 decals from Tyreone that I seemingly put on while drunk )FUNN/ODI cockpit (from Bibi)Shimano SLX brakes (also from Dubbelbuys)Shimano M8000 XT shifter, 11-42T cassette, rear mech and chain (Evobikes)SRAM X1 1x11 drivetrain + BB (Evobikes)SR Inferno 29 wheelset on Hopes from Bibi, trued by your friendly neighbourhood Trailhead Unfortunately I've only had one maiden ride but loved it, immeasurable improvement over my previous ride, looking forward to many more. Oh and still need to do some work on cable routing on the brakes.Are you running those rims tubeless? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SurrealTiggi Posted September 18, 2015 Share @Eddy: Yup, 'twas an interesting experience to say the least, especially since I was coming from a set of Stan's/Schwalbe that sealed without effort. Used regular yellow rim tape on both (single layer) with some or other sealant (greenish bottle, pretty common).Front 2.3 Vigilante (regular TCS) seated with a floor pump and zero sealant, even got that very satisfying *klink* when the bead sat.Rear 2.25 Trail Boss (TCS Tough) was tricky, there was always a place where air could escape, twice I had to take it to my LBS to to use an air compressor. I think it was mostly due to the rear tyre having a tougher casing, and slightly narrower profile that made it more difficult. I could've added another layer of rim tape to increase tightness, or ran first with a tube under high pressure (even leave it in the sun for a day) to get the tyre walls to expand and get rid of any kinks in the bead itself. Ultimately though I haven't yet regretted going for the cheaper option, but ask me again if I ever get a flat and have to macguyver it mid-trail . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddy Gordo Posted September 18, 2015 Share Cool, I have the same rims but still deciding on tyres Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenReaper Posted September 19, 2015 Share Did half a ride around our local farm trails.Some nice scenery going past Brandvlei dam and The Breede River. BrandonF_ and Edge540 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pellieg Posted September 26, 2015 Share Ok so this one has been in here before, but she has had a make over at the hands of Bogus, and looking smoking hot !! MarickH, Maximis, Long Wheel Base and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopkop Posted September 26, 2015 Share Ok so this one has been in here before, but she has had a make over at the hands of Bogus, and looking smoking hot !!That is seriously HOTT!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge540 Posted September 26, 2015 Share Ok so this one has been in here before, but she has had a make over at the hands of Bogus, and looking smoking hot !!Damn but that's seriously nice. Makes you want to think twice before riding it. Bogus' work really is a work of art pellieg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannes P Posted September 29, 2015 Share Replying to Where Giants Roam Edge540, BenReaper and Long Wheel Base 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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