Author Topic: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar  (Read 1995 times)

Divot

29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« on: September 22, 2023, 11:23:14 AM »
Seems like most the singlespeed threads are old on here. I’m trying to put together an mtb I can run single speed or geared (once my knees start hurting



Divot

Re: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« Reply #1 on: September 22, 2023, 11:27:15 AM »
Additionally, I’ve seen a lot of recommendations for Carbonda, but they don’t have a Hardtail listed?

Ludo

Re: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« Reply #2 on: September 22, 2023, 11:30:04 AM »
they do have some if you email directly. SP cycle also have a super light HT frame at 780g I think

Divot

Re: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« Reply #3 on: September 22, 2023, 01:27:28 PM »
The SP Cycle one looks cool and I was ready to pull the trigger except for one review where someone cracked it in the first month of riding. I will email Carbonda. Is there a better email than the general sales email? Thought I saw one…

Ludo

Re: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« Reply #4 on: September 22, 2023, 01:33:51 PM »
sales1@car.....a.com worked for me, check your spam though

jefflinde

Re: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« Reply #5 on: January 17, 2024, 12:36:47 PM »
I am using the light carbon 914 frame with a 2 idler style chain tensioner.  Seems to work really and is super light.  Xt brakes and crank put it at 17.7lbs.  Rigid fork and some lightweight wheels help a lot.

Pedaldancer

Re: 29” lightweight single speed gravel/xc build flat bar
« Reply #6 on: January 18, 2024, 04:35:57 AM »
Additionally, I’ve seen a lot of recommendations for Carbonda, but they don’t have a Hardtail listed?
They have one. It's just not on their website. Don't ask me why.. but I bought it last year.  ;D