droenn Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 EDIT: see post 17 for how this went down I've started looking into steel frames as an alternative to getting a dual suspension for my 29er. I want to keep all the components I already have, so it means I'm after 10x135mm drop outs and 31.6mm seat post. I also run a 120mm fork. So far the options appear to be the Cotic Solaris (which is available through SA dealer) and then Ragley Big Wig (preferred geometry, but they have sold out and 2015 production will only get to market in August). On-one and others are a bit harder to source it seems, or don't match my components. There is the Fire Eye Hot Tail too - but no idea on this brand? http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/fire-eye-hot-tail-29-hardtail-frame-2015/rp-prod118454 If I can't find any other options over the coming months, I think I'll get the Solaris - which I suspect isn't a bad choice at all.
Gandalf Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/119040-soma-juice-29-ssgeared-frame-175/ Don't know what size you are. Will have to change seat post - easy to trade your seatpost for one on the hub.Don't know if you have tapered or straight fork. But consider this frame
droenn Posted February 11, 2015 Author Posted February 11, 2015 I saw that, is a nice frame. Correct size too - need a M (or L Soma it seems). I've got a Rockshox Reverb, not too keen on replacing it just yet - but maybe there would be swap options with someone...
rock Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/119040-soma-juice-29-ssgeared-frame-175/ Don't know what size you are. Will have to change seat post - easy to trade your seatpost for one on the hub.Don't know if you have tapered or straight fork. But consider this frame I second that Frame has a 44mm headtube so can take either straight or tapered.
droenn Posted February 11, 2015 Author Posted February 11, 2015 Fork is straight, but have it with tapered headset atm. So its just the issue with the seat post. I'll keep on eye on your ad Rock, could always do the build with standard seat post and then put up the reverb for swap/sale.
Samurai Pizza Cat Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 Have a look at Chromag as a premium option, or the Transition Trans Am. On the Alu side the Banshee Paradox is a great bike: Great geo, short chain stays & 7005 alu. PM me if you need more info & prices.
shaper Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 Singular Buzzard http://shop.singularcycles.com/products/singular-buzzard
shaper Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 so was doing a google search for your requirements..and came across this http://caminade.eu/bikes/simpletrack/?lang=en One distinctive and sweet looking ride !!
droenn Posted February 11, 2015 Author Posted February 11, 2015 Oh yeah, Buzzard was also on the list, but current production run is sold out also. Have a look at Chromag as a premium option, or the Transition Trans Am. On the Alu side the Banshee Paradox is a great bike: Great geo, short chain stays & 7005 alu. PM me if you need more info & prices. The Chromag Rootdown has caught my eye before - will send you PM.
droenn Posted February 11, 2015 Author Posted February 11, 2015 so was doing a google search for your requirements..and came across this http://caminade.eu/bikes/simpletrack/?lang=en One distinctive and sweet looking ride !!Cheers! Distinctive is one word.. ahah, some interesting curves there Never heard of them, but unfortunately takes X12 axle though. This is how one should never build a bike: frame last. Really restricts options, but at least there are some! My hubs aren't changeable with different axles, hence the requirement there.
divernick Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 I have the Solaris and it's a shredder! Get one!
North Shore Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 Steel is real but titanium is the business and won't rust if it encounters water. https://www.bikehub.co.za/features/_/news/industry-news/lynskey-appoints-2wheels-africa-as-southern-africa-distributor-r2025
Hairy Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 If you have some spare cash, you can get Mercer to build you a bike to match your spec!
rock Posted February 11, 2015 Posted February 11, 2015 http://www.veinteractive.com/sites/default/files/images/Homer%20Simpson%20Instant%20Gratification.jpgA Soma Juice can be in your hands today.......
droenn Posted December 4, 2015 Author Posted December 4, 2015 10 months later....... and its ordered.
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