I find it interesting that I've had two Chiner bikes with BSA bottom brackets, around 3500 miles combined between the two bikes over the 2-3 years of ownership, and I never replaced the bottom brackets.  Everything was running smooth when I sold them.  Bottom brackets were nothing fancy, just $30 SRAM GXP parts.  I ride a variety of conditions from dry and dusty, to damp or muddy.  I wash the bike after really muddy rides or when it starts getting mud and dust caked on.

Same here! I have always used BSA bb on my Chiner frames both road and mtb and have never had to replace them. Plus i never experienced any creaking 

The one concern i have is, given the fact the geometry is very similar to the Santa Cruz Tallboy 3 but doesn't have the VPP suspension, how is it going to handle and pedal? Is it just losing some of the pedal efficiency but most other characteristics are the same? This is why i'm cautious about being a guinea pig 

I'm looking at this bike too! I currently have a CS-057 and love the bike but i'm thinking about having a FS again in my quiver. According to my research it has geometry very similar to the new Santa Cruz Tallboy 3 (except for the VPP suspension of course). The SC has received very good reviews as a one bike quiver killer on everything but the most extreme AM/Enduro drops. I'd hate to be the guinea pig but i might have to pull the trigger on one. BTW does anyone know anything about Workswell? I don't know anyone that has purchased from them..........

i am really fond of the Bontrager XR2... and it comes in a 2.35 (i measured it and it is right on 2.35...)

http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-components/bike-tires-tubes/bontrager-xr2-team-issue-tlr-mtb-tire/p/11866

I've been reading all the reviews on the XR2 tire and it might be what i'm looking for. The question is width: 2.2 or 2.35......hmmmmm 

As always, thanks for the info CD! I'm still debating on whether making a change is viable. Some of what i'm feeling might be just the fact of being a hard tail. This is the first one I've ever ridden.

So, speaking of larger tires, any word on the new Stache copy that Peter has? Hell, if you're going to go larger might as well go to a 29+....no???

Hey everyone,

Just completed a new build of a 29er hardtail from Carbon Speed CS-057! Peter was an absolute pleasure to deal with and the transaction went flawlessly. Peter was very professional and took the time to answer all of my questions without hesitation! The best part was it only took roughly 8 business days for delivery and i was pleasantly surprised as i ordered a road bike from another manufacturer that took over a month. Packaging was great and the frame was perfect when it arrived. The build list is as follows:

CS-057 frame large
Sram X9 1x10 drivetrain
Raceface Turbine DM crank
Raceface full carbon cockpit
Easton EC90 wheels
Maxxis Ikon tubeless tires
Shimano XT brakes
Xfusion Trace 100mm fork

Haven't put much time on her yet but so far it has been awesome!!! The frame is so stiff and all of your energy goes towards propelling you forward. This is my first time on a hardtail so i'm adjusting to that but, the ride is not harsh at all. It is very damp and quiet. I was expecting to loose some agility compared to my 26 fs but i must say it is actually more agile! There has not been much of an acclimation period. I've felt comfortable form the first time i rode the bike. Very happy with my purchase and i'm looking forward to many fast miles ahead!!!

How much sealant did you put in?  Maybe add 2 oz. more to help the sealant flow around the bead.  What type of sealant are you using?  Sometimes, if the sealant gets under the rim tape, you will not be able to get the tire to hold air, if that's the case you will need to break the wheel down, remove the old tape, clean the rim with some alcohol, and install new tape.

Well the situation is this, these are UST rims which do not use tape. There are no holes in the rims except for the valve stem. Getting the tires to seat was no problem. I was able to accomplish that with just a hand pump! When i realized the tires were leaking air i put them in a tub of water to expecting to find the beads leaking. To my surprise they were bone dry. All of the air was seeping through the tire itself  The tire is actually porous especially the sidewalls. Reading some blogs online it sees to be quite common. I used 3 ounces originally and am going to put in another ounce today before a ride. We'll see what happens.........

I have not been on the bike since i used the sealant so hopefully some riding will help. I'm using Stan's sealant.

Hey everyone!

Just joined today and am happy to announce i just finished building a CS-057 carbon hardtail!!! Not much time on it yet and still working out a couple of bugs with getting the tubeless tires to seal but first impressions are amazing!!! I'll be posting pics and a build list shortly. In the meant time if anyone has any questions please feel free to ask.