julianp.oosthuizen Posted August 27, 2018 Posted August 27, 2018 I just purchased a Silverback Sphere 2017 for a very good price. 29er 3" wheels. I am use to a CX bike with little suspension. I can't afford a full sus in good condition right now.... This bike was very appealing for what money could buy. I am going to fit a dropper post from previous bike and 780mm riser bar and will try the 45 stem. I like the geometry of this bike as the Trek Stach. The merida big trail and scott 720 is much more a trail bike. I think the Sphere will give me a few hours in the saddle a day with some steep climbs with the more CX geometry. I am worried about the 32T front and 10-42 in the back gears on the climbs. I wonder if I should change the front to 2x and how it will work with the 3" tyres or should I change the cassette to 11-46?... (29er 3" is a big wheel to roll uphill). When i test rode the bike i really loved the softness and the feel of it. Only the mountain will tell its tale...I will let you know how i find the ride on the mountain..
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