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Amazing what Lew Buchanan is able to do on that druid. His last vid had him testing mullet setup vs full 9er at fort bill. He's keeping heavy hitters on dh bikes in check. Id be down for a druid mullet for sure
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Aside from GG (which I am loving), I'm definitely Druid-curious also, especially in mullet mode. As Grinch says, it's insane what Lewis Buchanan is doing with his. I didn't give it serious consideration when I was new bike shopping this spring because of the 75 seat angle.Quote:
Originally Posted by smmokan
Other than that, the others that caught my eye were actually European. The Propain Tyee and Raaw Madonna, but I don't *need* 160mm rear. I'd be curious to try a Nicolai mullet too, but it's too long to suit my local trails.
I'm kind of enamored with the YT Izzo Comp, hard to ignore a complete bike at the same price as the other frames I'm interested in. Could swap all the parts from the Izzo over to my hardtail in exchange for the hardtail's full XT kit going on the Izzo.Quote:
Originally Posted by smmokan
That being said I'm getting tight shorts over the Ranger
Just did some riding/climbing on my new Intense with a 75* seat angle and actually really liked it.Quote:
Originally Posted by Andeh
Not as glamorous as all your high$$$ bikes, but Giant just released specs on the 2021 Trance X29, more trail-oriented travel than the existing Trance29 with better geo than either the Trance 29 or Trance 27.5. X29-3 has Rhythm 36 with SLX on Giants aluminum frame (that’s lighter and as stiff as many companies’ carbon) along with the Maestro suspension and great Giant value, I think it’s a winner. I’ll wait for a post-season demo bike to come up for sale and get one winter 2021/22 when my 2017 Trance needs a bunch more maintenance.
Still waiting on more info on the WeAreOne bike. Speculation is that it will be designed around adjustable travel.
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Which Intense did you get? Been curious about the Primer 275.Quote:
Originally Posted by Conundrum
Rocky Mountain showed their 2021 lineup today:
https://www.bikes.com/en/bikes/slayer/2021
TracerQuote:
Originally Posted by panchosdad
No instinct or Altitude released yet...Quote:
Originally Posted by Dee Hubbs
Site is just not updated yet.Quote:
Originally Posted by rideit
New Instinct and Altitude looks good.
Aha. Do you have any links?
Thanks!
The new Evil Wreckoning would be near the top of my list right now.
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They should have made the ST steeper IMO.
He wouldve qualified in the top 50 at fort bill on a 130/150 bike. Crazy last lap
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Shittttt. They told me late Nov 2 weeks ago...going quick.Quote:
Originally Posted by snowday
There is a medium GX on Evo and a buddy told me a few days ago his local shop in RI has/had a large XO1 in the shop but who knows by now. Few and far betweenQuote:
Originally Posted by Huskydoc
NOTE: Apparently, EVO won't ship. Their website says they will...but they won't. (Unless they changed from last week)Quote:
Originally Posted by snowday
They have scheduled an official product launch for September for the Instinct and Altitude.Quote:
Originally Posted by rideit
I believe you can filter the bike listings on their website to show which bikes are available as "online" vs "in-store only".Quote:
Originally Posted by smartyiak
Yep...but if you choose "online," the Spur will show up. But a guy from MD wrote (on mtbr) that he tried to buy a Spur from EVO and was denied. He said EVO told him EVO wouldn't ship.Quote:
Originally Posted by smmokan
That’s what I figgered.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dee Hubbs
I know I said the Ranger was making me horny but I just noticed it has 10 fucking pivots in the linkage, makes an Evil look like a hardtail
Has anyone ridden the Forbidden Druid or Deviate Highlander? I'm super curious about both of them...
Super bummed rocky has discontinued the 27.5” slayer in sizes L and XL.
I dont want big boy wheels :(
Have you tried a mullet set up? Might be worth a try. I find it jas the best of both worlds. Still quick in the turns but the front wheel doesnt get hung up as ez. Especially on steep tranditions, it just rolls through. If the chainstay length is exceptable its much cheaper to convert a 9er to mullet than buying a fork and wheel for a 27.5. I cant think of any drawbacks off hand but maybe im missing somethingQuote:
Originally Posted by mr_pretzel
I still wouldnt mind a 27.5 set up but thatd probably be a bike with shorter travel that id drop down a size as kind of a slower speed play bike
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Anyone know if/when the Honzo ESD will be available? Seen any in the wild? Haven't heard back from dealers yet.
I contacted my local dealer about the frame only and they said they are expecting some in OctoberQuote:
Originally Posted by Toddball
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Thanks. Will post what I hear about complete bikes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Robik
Geo charts show a 27.5 Small through XL.Quote:
Originally Posted by mr_pretzel
I didn't want to start a new thread, and thought this one is most appropriate for my question. What would be your preference between the 2021 Trance X (alum) mentioned earlier in this thread vs a nearly new 2019 Smuggler carbon NX build? Sort of apples to oranges. The Trance would get a number of parts swapped/upgraded to either full SLX 7120 or GX/Code. Price comes out to about ~$3,200 for either. The Smuggler could get an angle set or 150mm fork to get a slightly slacker HA. Both would be a little over 30 lbs.
Resale is usually something I take into consideration. The limited rear tire clearance on the Smuggler is a concern. I do prefer the threaded BB and external rear brake line on the Smuggler. No warranty on the Smuggler. I've thought about the Ripmo AF, but seems to be a bit on the heavy side. YT Jeffsy Comp was considered, but all sold out. Anything else I should consider in the $3k range?
I would take a smuggler over any bike in giant's lineup.
Thanks. I would be building something frame up as I’ve done in the past, but good used parts are getting hard to find this year.
I don't know if these would be considered 2021...or really any year, but there's some pretty cool stuff in here:
http://www.enve.com/en/journal/build...d-up-part-one/
https://www.enve.com/en/journal/buil...d-up-part-two/
As a road nerd, I think I like the Bastion best:
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...f/b the Pursuit:
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but you can never go wrong with this paint:
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2021 Polygon Siskiu T looks promising. Current geometry, SLX 12-spd, and Fox for $2,300. I haven't been able to find info on weight.
https://www.polygonbikes.com/siskiu-t/
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I'm not sure I've ever seen that kind of build on a legit bike for such a low price. Maybe it's a "loss leader" to get people to buy into the Polygon brand?
$2300!!?! Wow that's cheaper than most other brands similar bikes at dealer cost. Crazy.
Not saying it's not a decent price, but there's a lot of junk components on that bike. The SLX drivetrain is thrown in to make the bike look better, but cost savings were made elsewhere. Considering the likelihood of getting worthwhile warranty support from polygon is pretty questionable, I'm not sure it's actually a better deal than a comparably priced specialized / giant / whatever.
Id take my chances. Probably get the cheaper one with deore and pimp the suspension. Geo is dialed. They even made 2 different swingarms and front triangle for medium 27.5/29. Basically theyve cut out 3 middle men(lbs,distributor, and bike co). The factory is the bike co
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There's a longer travel Forbidden that Buchanan is testing, both 29er and mullet setup using the special link they sell for the Druid. He looks fast:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7vJcvhwkf8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOmBA4MRrzU