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Possible 69er build...fork options


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I have the same issue... finding a straight steerer 29er fork is not easy. Evobikes have the Rockshox Recon Gold in stock. That's all. CWC don't stock straight steerer forks.

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For those interested...69er is from page 23 of the kama sutra is a 26" rear and 29" front end, typically used in a last-ditched effort to breathe life into a much loved, once-expensive-now-obsolete rig.

 

Or, some would say, leveraging the same principle used in offroad motorbiking where the rear is used for drive (17", 18") and the front is used for handling on rough terrain (21").

 

@ Monark: Thanks for the tip, looking at the site now...

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  On 9/4/2015 at 10:29 AM, FrequentFaller said:

For those interested...69er is from page 23 of the kama sutra is a 26" rear and 29" front end, typically used in a last-ditched effort to breathe life into a much loved, once-expensive-now-obsolete rig.

 

Or, some would say, leveraging the same principle used in offroad motorbiking where the rear is used for drive (17", 18") and the front is used for handling on rough terrain (21").

 

@ Monark: Thanks for the tip, looking at the site now...

Hmm ok I just learnt something. Post pics when your done. And let us know what it's like riding uphill all the time [emoji16]
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  On 9/4/2015 at 11:58 AM, Blackheart said:

I have a Reba with a straight steerer which I've been thinking of selling....

 

Now wouldn't you feel great contributing to this innovative build  :thumbup:  (pm'ing furiously)

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  On 9/4/2015 at 11:27 AM, FrequentFaller said:

Not exactly the same, but gives and idea

 

http://brimages.bikeboardmedia.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Ti-Cycles-Rigid-69er-Complete-Bike.jpg

Wow that actually looks awesome. Now you giving me ideas.

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