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Post by mamumunrok on Jan 19, 2008 14:46:44 GMT 8
Hardtail for me.
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kaloi
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Post by kaloi on Jan 19, 2008 22:38:25 GMT 8
Im a die hard HT fan eversince until i owned a FS.
I used to set my mind that FS are just marketing fad, manufacturers just want our money since basically FS's are far more expensive than most HT's. etc..etc.. until i owned a FS!
i still like hardtail though now i like FS more.
gulo ba? ;D
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Post by kikoy on Jan 20, 2008 22:52:35 GMT 8
This is what i mean because you can ride longer on a FS bike with less fatigue. ;D
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sire_andre
All-Mountain Rider
KAIZRE and DAD
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Post by sire_andre on Jan 29, 2008 16:58:01 GMT 8
it's just a atter where and who will use it...i'm currently using hardtail but my body absorbs all the abuse, i'm a walking shock absorber....ha ha ha ha...jackhammer trails, rocky down slopes. anyway i'm gonna purchase a ful-sus one of these days....it's just that my type of riding is not for hardtail anymore....and what i can see on me is that i'mm be on the aggressive side of all-mountain to a freerider...it's just that one big factor also is the BUDGET.
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Post by beeds00 on Feb 4, 2008 13:30:22 GMT 8
hardtail for me, serves best my riding style and budget too hehehhe
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ghorio
Free Rider
Butiki ni Ghorio...
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Post by ghorio on Feb 4, 2008 16:42:14 GMT 8
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Post by twins on Feb 5, 2008 9:04:14 GMT 8
Hardtail for short distance ride or for training.
Full Susp for long distance off road ride.
But for now hardtail for short and long distance rides. NO BUDGET yet according to my good accountant.
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Post by nigel on Feb 5, 2008 16:55:52 GMT 8
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Post by bernie on Feb 5, 2008 21:42:45 GMT 8
use a 29er HT, HT will never be the same again....
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Post by kenetics on Mar 1, 2008 22:34:54 GMT 8
what about a titanium hard tail for xc racing? anyone know a cheap titanium ht for sale?
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Post by bernie on Mar 6, 2008 11:24:07 GMT 8
When I passed by cartimar, I saw some Titanium Frame ON SALE kasi, you can only put old parts on it, probably, those rames are the 90's first batch of titanium.
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Post by king on Mar 6, 2008 12:22:26 GMT 8
how much? what shop? unless it has a 1" head tube it's still fine. you might need to use v-brakes but that's ok.
quote author=bernie board=reviews thread=1113225900 post=1204773847]When I passed by cartimar, I saw some Titanium Frame ON SALE kasi, you can only put old parts on it, probably, those rames are the 90's first batch of titanium.[/quote]
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Post by bernie on Mar 6, 2008 12:58:12 GMT 8
I think it's the standard type frame, the top tube is not oversized pa, the stem must be the old type standard, yes, no disc, it's only 16th to 20th, the store, at the back of Cartimar, in front of shoes pasilio, i forgot the stores name but it's there, hope di pa nabili coz they said only those they displayed are only their stock.
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Post by Alphabolt on Mar 6, 2008 15:41:03 GMT 8
I think it's the standard type frame, the top tube is not oversized pa, the stem must be the old type standard, yes, no disc, it's only 16th to 20th, the store, at the back of Cartimar, in front of shoes pasilio, i forgot the stores name but it's there, hope di pa nabili coz they said only those they displayed are only their stock. at that price...I 'd go for Bee's titanium frame at P20t++ its 1 1/8, has disc tabs and has all the right angles and geometry na There are 3 large titanium frame makers in China...they make for most fo the market's ti needs . you would nt go wrong |
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Post by kenetics on Mar 6, 2008 23:13:10 GMT 8
I think it's the standard type frame, the top tube is not oversized pa, the stem must be the old type standard, yes, no disc, it's only 16th to 20th, the store, at the back of Cartimar, in front of shoes pasilio, i forgot the stores name but it's there, hope di pa nabili coz they said only those they displayed are only their stock. at that price...I 'd go for Bee's titanium frame at P20t++ its 1 1/8, has disc tabs and has all the right angles and geometry na There are 3 large titanium frame makers in China...they make for most fo the market's ti needs . you would nt go wrong Hi sir, would you know where i can get one? for that price im willing to buy a ti hard tail frame! chris b |
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doctins
Newbie
Ride for Fun.
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Post by doctins on Mar 19, 2008 15:03:32 GMT 8
My first bike is a hardtail taiwan made. for 1 1/2 years. then switch to F/S Downhill type ko. Ung ang kailangan ko. It's not on the bike, It is how you ride them. try downhill 45 degreess at valley golf. U'll see.
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Post by bernie on Mar 23, 2008 15:16:24 GMT 8
Hardtail for short distance ride or for training. Full Susp for long distance off road ride. But for now hardtail for short and long distance rides. NO BUDGET yet according to my good accountant. Opposite on me hehheh, I am using my 29er HT on long travel biking just like these Holy week and using my FS on short but rough rides. |
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Post by mountguitars on Mar 23, 2008 18:44:49 GMT 8
Hardtail for short distance ride or for training. Full Susp for long distance off road ride. But for now hardtail for short and long distance rides. NO BUDGET yet according to my good accountant. in my case, its the other way around. if its long distance (150kms +), i'll use my hardtail. anything with a lower mileage and has more offroad than road, i'll use a full suspension rig. |
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Post by bernie on Mar 24, 2008 0:54:28 GMT 8
Hardtail for short distance ride or for training. Full Susp for long distance off road ride. But for now hardtail for short and long distance rides. NO BUDGET yet according to my good accountant. in my case, its the other way around. if its long distance (150kms +), i'll use my hardtail. anything with a lower mileage and has more offroad than road, i'll use a full suspension rig. Me too, coz HT rules on road, well rounded pedals on the road. |
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Post by spartan23 on Mar 24, 2008 12:08:15 GMT 8
I'd recommend a FS- there are FS that are lighter than some HT's but they will be pricey.
I have a FS ~24 lbs with a lock out. Its not quite as stiff as a HT but stiff enough for those climbs. HT owners are surprised that my FS is within their weights ;D
FS is the way to MT Bike specially on technical terrains.
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gdls11
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Bike for Life....
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Post by gdls11 on Mar 27, 2008 17:58:09 GMT 8
Sir Spartan, what FS would you recommend? I think I've outgrown my Giant Aluxx XTC HT already. I may have to dispose of it in favor of a FS as I find myself getting more involved with a group who does singletrack and offroad with long XC rides often and I cant seem to keep up with their agility. Considering I think Im already above average strong. I find them relaxed after a long ride. I know I cant afford the Alma or Mojo bikes of my friends but I would at least like to give them a run with an equivalent full susser. I would only need a FS frame as I intend to transfer my light HT (SRAM X-9 comps, Avid brakes, GXP Truvativ Crank) components to my prospected FS. Any suggestions?
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Post by king on Mar 27, 2008 19:42:12 GMT 8
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gdls11
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Bike for Life....
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Post by gdls11 on Mar 28, 2008 8:45:15 GMT 8
Thanks! I've PM'ed him already. I'm 5'8" using a size 17" HT
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Post by king on Mar 28, 2008 8:55:18 GMT 8
that might be ok. the race giants (nrs, xtc) usually have long top tubes.
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Post by mountguitars on Mar 28, 2008 11:09:46 GMT 8
hi gdls11!
you might also want to PM brusko becoz he's also 5'8" but uses a small frame. he might be able to explain his preference for such, hehe.
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Post by BrusKO on Mar 28, 2008 23:27:28 GMT 8
Patrick star ka talaga. I'm 5'9 sweetheart! ... and 6 inches there....
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Post by BrusKO on Mar 28, 2008 23:28:43 GMT 8
Sorry that didn't sound right. I was referring to my new Reign.  |
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Post by mountguitars on Mar 28, 2008 23:38:46 GMT 8
Sorry that didn't sound right. I was referring to my new Reign. hehehe, you devil. ;D we all know that you have a new frame. wag mo na kaming inggitin. maglalaslas na ko, hehehe. ;D (trans: you're one lucky *&^%$#%^) sorry for the OT. |
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gdls11
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Bike for Life....
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Post by gdls11 on Mar 29, 2008 10:34:08 GMT 8
I saw Brusko's new frame. Though I havent ridden a susser yet and am just about to crossover now, I have a feeling his star will shine on that rig! ;D
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Post by BrusKO on Mar 30, 2008 23:27:55 GMT 8
gdls11,
The only thing shining here is my tummy hehehehe... tumataba! hehehe...
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