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29er / Re: japjoe7 Carbonda FM1001 build thread
« on: October 03, 2023, 06:16:50 PM »
Quote from: japjoe7 on October 03, 2023, 09:55:12 AM
Got some more stuff I forgot to post the past few weeks. Tubolight wheel inserts, Tubolight valves, Stans tire sealant, Shimano brake oil, Shimano brake fittings, Secret Chain wax, Sram foam grips, RYET 3D carbon Aircode saddle.

Had high hopes for the saddle but just isn't for me. It's nice and cushy but hurst my butt only after riding half a street block. Looks like for now I'm sticking with the Avocet O2 Air 40R I've had for almost 20 years.

I was hoping it was good but I don't get on with it either.  I use it on a drop bar frame on a trainer with a chamois and I can get maybe an hour out of hit before it is too uncomfortable to continue.  Tried it as a reasonable priced experiment instead of the handful of $100-$300 saddles I also find uncomfortable.

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Metal Frames / Re: WINBO Pilot 29 alloy AM full suspension frame
« on: September 19, 2023, 01:59:10 PM »
That is interesting, can you post the listing you used?  I found one that is similar with a picture of the branded frame but it had an older generation geo chart (67 degree HTA, 74 degree STA) and the rest of the pictures were the Himalo frame images.

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29er / Re: japjoe7 Carbonda FM1001 build thread
« on: September 11, 2023, 03:22:43 PM »
As a fellow Pennsylvanian, I'm struggling to come up with anywhere I've been in PA, NJ, NY, and DE where I would ride that setup with those XC tires and have a good time :)

Awesome build!

One thing that I don't see posted a lot is I-Spec EV to SRAM that also work well for AXS - https://www.bike-components.de/en/3min19sec/Matcher-I-Spec-EV-Adapter-p68602/  Cleans up the cockpit a little bit.

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: September 08, 2023, 07:41:29 PM »
If the Rekon is the tire you're after, you're in good shape since they run narrow.  I have a 29x2.4WT and it measures a little over 2.2 on 30id rims. 
The 27.5x2.35 Bontrager XR3 on 25id rims also measures a little over 2.2 so there was plenty of room. 
As another test I put in a 29x2.8 Teravail Coronado that measures just about 2.7 at the edge of the side knobs - it fits but only just.  I think just having weight on it would make it rub.
I also don't believe the reduced circumference of a 27.5 will get you any more space.  Anyway, best to google some measured widths of a tire you're considering just in case.
Some visuals:



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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: September 05, 2023, 06:08:39 AM »
Quote from: nord0306 on September 04, 2023, 11:45:21 AM
For anyone with the 29er frame, I'm wondering what size 27.5 tires could fit in the 29 frame? Could a 27.5x2.6 or 2.8 fit? Thanks.

I doubt it.  While the rear triangle is longer on the 29 it gets really narrow between the tire space behind the links until it sharply bows out again for the axle.  The widest 27.5 tire I have is a 2.35 but I will check it out for giggles and see how much space is available.

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Sales & Classifieds / SOLD - Medium AM831 frame with new and old triangle
« on: July 23, 2023, 09:42:13 PM »
The original build thread: http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,3445.0.html
Frame is painted Pantone 11C (Cool Gray)
1st generation triangle with JJJ bolts included, new triangle installed
Shipped anywhere in the US for $550, with a Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate 210x55 with MegNeg $850






Shock has been serviced relatively recently, hasn't been used in a while.



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E-Bike Frames & Builds / Re: Gravel e-bikes?
« on: June 14, 2023, 06:49:31 AM »
Closest thing I found was https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256804828954669.html
It doesn't seem to have a lot of clearance but I was considering the with 650b x 40c tires for basic rail trails.  Decided to go with a low end hardtail emtb instead.

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: ZTTO 9-42 11-speed XD cassette failure warning
« on: June 13, 2023, 06:23:56 AM »
Had the same thing happen to a ZTTO 9-50t 12-speed XD cassette.  Mine didn't even last one ride around the neighborhood so I think you did pretty well at 3000 km.

HG is a safer bet because it is hard to mess that up.  After the ZTTO experience I use an established player for XD or Micro Spline. 

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Syncros Fraser iC SL / Scott Spark 900 handelbar 90$ instead of 399$
« on: June 06, 2023, 02:58:23 PM »
Quote from: acedeuce802 on January 26, 2023, 12:00:26 AM
Any more reports on either the Ullicyc or OG-Evkin bars?  Thinking of ordering one, just wanted to see if there's any more feedback before pulling the trigger.

6+ month review, other than needing lots of carbon paste they have been working great.
I have two of this ULLICYC model - https://www.aliexpress.us/item/2251832780997911.html since 11/2022.  One on a 140/140 trail bike and the other on a 29+ carbon rigid.   

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: April 26, 2023, 06:36:03 PM »
Quote from: WhiteH2O on April 26, 2023, 05:08:50 PM
Wow, I'm happy I found this thread! I just got my frame and I'm building it up. I found that the rear of the frame is skinnier than it should be. I try to put my hub in (normal boost hub), and I have to pry the frame apart about a cm to get the hub in. Has anyone else had this issue? I don't think it is the end of the world, but I am a little worried that it will make the derailleur hanger a tad crooked.

I have two of them and neither rear triangle has that issue.  Being aluminum it can be "stretched" and the the hanger can be aligned but that does suck that it came that way out of the box.     

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: December 21, 2022, 08:31:25 AM »
Quote from: MTBKeo on December 21, 2022, 07:58:58 AM
I have the DPX2 on mine right now, I have a spare shock off my Hightower and wanted to used it on this but didn't think about running it upside down and with a shim.

the Rockshox support heavy riders like me better then fox, unless you have a suspension that has great kinetics.

most of my builds are higher end build but I love seeing what these cheaper frames can do!

Then you have a winner!  Running this shock upside down is super smooth.  I'm 220lbs with a backpack and I can run it with damping, not just air and open.  If you know, you know :)

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: December 20, 2022, 05:50:02 PM »
Quote from: MTBKeo on December 20, 2022, 04:08:59 PM
got a link? I wouldn't find one. I prefer Rockshox Shocks over the Fox

I'm having a hard time finding the nylon flat washer kit I have, I couldn't find it in my order history from Amazon so who knows... I'm not finding an M8 x 1mm thick nylon washer on a Google search either.  It is just to pick up slack so it doesn't have to be anything great, a stainless or black oxide would also work.   

Alternatively, you can get a couple sets of these:
https://www.enduroforkseals.com/products/rear-suspension/shock-eyelet-bearing-kits/6mm-8mm-thru-bolts/SS8x17x0.5.html

The second frame has a Fox DPS with one of their needle bearings which is just as good as the roller bearing on the Super Deluxe.  It'll work on anything with a standard eyelet.
https://www.enduroforkseals.com/products/rear-suspension/shock-eyelet-bearing-kits/6mm-8mm-thru-bolts/NEEDLE-BEARING-30.html

I bought that Santa Cruz specific Super Deluxe Ultimate with the roller bearing thinking that Haideli put the right shock specs in for the AM831.  Of course, they had the information backward so I couldn't use it.  I actually sold it 4 times - 2x on eBay, and 2x on Pinkbike - and because people didn't read the big bolded warnings it was sent back every time :)  I'm happy that it works in this frame since replacing the damper is a huge pain and I obviously can't get rid of it... 

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: December 20, 2022, 03:53:07 PM »
Quote from: MTBKeo on December 20, 2022, 03:41:39 PM
is that a bearing mount rockshox? did you use any extra spacer?

Yep, a set of 1mm shims.

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: December 20, 2022, 08:49:53 AM »
Quote from: BHC1BCN on December 15, 2022, 08:33:30 AM
Hey guys how's it going? I just found a crack in my current frame and need a cheap replacement for the time being. What do people think of how the frame rides so far? What are the differences in the seat stays that has been discussed? Can you post some photos please? Post the link of which vendor you guys are using? I'm thinking of doing a mullet setup with this frame. Thanks in advance

Original seat stay bolts:




New frame seat stay bolt:



The thru-bolt side is the same as the original so it looks the same on the "outside" of the frame.

I didn't weigh the new seat stay pivot attachment hardware,  it may also be aluminum.  Original:


New:


Depending on the parts you have available I think this is a great trail frame.  If you don't have a 210x55(52.5,50) shock there are a lot of carbon options that are only a little more and are 4-5lbs lighter.  I went with this because it was a reasonable price and I had 100% of the components to drop in, I was in the market for a 130-150mm frame that took the hardware I had and this was one of the very few options available.
I grabbed both of my frames from the official store - https://www.aliexpress.com/store/1101259771 and I think we bought all the remaining 29ers :)  There are a few other stores that have them cheaper with longer lead times, got both of mine in about 7 days.

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Metal Frames / Re: Himalo Frames?
« on: December 14, 2022, 06:37:51 PM »
Quote from: scourge on December 14, 2022, 04:34:38 PM
Is this a good thing or bad?

I broke the 7075 aluminum version on the first frame that these bolts replace so that feels like a positive change.  Finish makes it feel like they had to throw the prototype replacements in the box to get it out the door.

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