MTB0007 Posted January 13, 2010 Posted January 13, 2010 Well finally got a XC machine so I can start riding on Sat.. now that the pins are out of my hand and the stiching is almost - healed.. I will need to do some seriuuus Physioo to get my full motion back ? MTB00072010-02-08 05:35:02
MTB0007 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Posted January 14, 2010 Specced as followssize M19"Frame TMS-D6-Single Merida Fork Recon 351 85-130, PoplockRear Shock Manitou 3 way spv Derailleur (front) DeoreDerailleur (rear) XT ConventionalShifterS DeoreBrakes Heyes Hyd HFX-9Chainwheel Gamma 44 MegaExoChain CN-HG73BBset MegaExoWheelset rim Alex TD17 Disc eyeletTyres - Tubless Maxxis - UST LUSTHandlebar XM Comp Rise 620 - want to upgrade to EastonHandlebar stem XM Pro - want to upgrade to EastonSaddle - FIZIK not sure on series, colour coded to bikePedalS - Shimano - SPD - want to go Crank Bros Candy
RodTi Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 Love the colour scheme... Sweet looking ride - happy riding! What does she(?) weigh? [the bike, that is ]
MTB0007 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Posted January 14, 2010 Thanks She - the bike - is still a bit heavy at 11.9Kg The stem; bars; seat post and wheels will need to "diet"So I begin a new year with a new project.. Hopefully my limited budget will keep me in linebefor i drop $$$$ on her to make her lighter....
MTB0007 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Posted January 14, 2010 Hopefully what a ride.. I will know on Sat!!!!!!!!MTB00072010-01-14 05:38:43
traaidmark Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 nice bike dude. i had a similar frame. stolen though loved the bike though!
CAAD4 Posted January 14, 2010 Posted January 14, 2010 Don't stress too much about the weight. It looks like an AM bike with the 130 mm of travel. Enjoy the comfort and speed on the down hills.
MTB0007 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Posted January 14, 2010 Yep its got a 130mm of travel when needed..I am not to worried about weight - as I will be suppper sloooooowwhen I ride for the next month or 3 - need my hand to recover prop....Which is why i got this all mountain xc .. ride.. But .... The big BUG bites and then we want to upgrade, - just the barsthen just the seat post, just the stem, wheels, etc... etc..So my challenge is to keep the upgraded limited......
MTB0007 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Posted January 14, 2010 A set of Yellow Wheels and decent bars stem and seat post And its a Rad .. Ride
Matchstix Posted January 15, 2010 Posted January 15, 2010 11.9 isstill light for a full susser n my eyes
Fleming Posted January 15, 2010 Posted January 15, 2010 Nice looking bike man. I am tired of seeing white bikes or black ones with lots of white. Word of advice about the wrist. Take it easy, especially in the beginning. I broke my wrist just over a year ago and had one of those high definition TV aerials sticking out of my arm for 7 weeks. After it was removed it took me a very long time before I was able to ride comfortably and even now it gets a bit sore on long technical rides.
MTB0007 Posted January 15, 2010 Author Posted January 15, 2010 Thanks I still have a "Corky" - "retarded" - no offense - looking handI cant close it fully and I struggle with basic stuff..It hurts with simple movements
MTB0007 Posted January 17, 2010 Author Posted January 17, 2010 wellAfter my first ride in 4 months -This was the best ride in 6 years,although my hand was K A K sore after 12km at Rietvlei...I felt more in control than ever, before.. this bike is a real dream to ride...I cant believe more people dont ride a Trans Mission...I think I will retire with this bike.... dont care how yesterday the bike gets....
Andyr249 Posted January 17, 2010 Posted January 17, 2010 Glad your ride was good and that you are enjoying your bike. It looks great!!Btw-nice couch!!
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