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Re: Himalo Frames?
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. December 14, 2022, 06:37:51 PM |
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Re: Himalo Frames?
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.
December 20, 2022, 08:49:53 AM |
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Re: Himalo Frames?
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...
December 20, 2022, 05:50:02 PM |
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Re: Syncros Fraser iC SL / Scott Spark 900 handelbar 90$ instead of 399$
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. June 06, 2023, 02:58:23 PM |
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Re: Himalo Frames?
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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Re: japjoe7 Carbonda FM1001 build thread
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. September 11, 2023, 03:22:43 PM |
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Re: japjoe7 Carbonda FM1001 build thread
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. 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. October 03, 2023, 06:16:50 PM |
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