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markalanprior

CS-036 low-cost marathon race build
« on: March 04, 2017, 04:29:08 PM »
Sharing my success in building up a CS-036 dual suspension frame as a race-ready XC marathon bike. Through careful mix-n-match part selection during pre-holiday sales, I believe I was able to cobble together a build that would likely cost ~$5500 retail for around $3000. Under 25 pounds with non-carbon rims. After around 10 rides in CA and AZ, have found the bike to meet expectations and to be a perfect match for my needs.

In addition to deconstructing the part supply chain, I enjoyed tackling some of the more complex configuration problems. Would have been much more stressful if I hadn't allowed lots of extra time in the off-season and approached as a learning project.

Detailed parts list and pics attached.

I found the forum invaluable, so please let me know if I can answer any questions to pass along the karma.

http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=2qlbm7p&s=9
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=dlozed&s=9
« Last Edit: March 04, 2017, 04:32:00 PM by markalanprior »
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Carbon_Dude

Re: CS-036 low-cost marathon race build
« Reply #1 on: March 04, 2017, 07:27:54 PM »
Nice, thanks for sharing!
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2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA

Lanz

Re: CS-036 low-cost marathon race build
« Reply #2 on: March 05, 2017, 01:43:29 AM »
Thanks for sharing. Nice bike, you can shave some weights from current build if needed.
Do you find the placement of the second bottle cage useful under the downtube? Wouldn't it be better to try the seatpost option? Just curious.

How much have you ridden on this bike? Any issues so far?
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