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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: July 19, 2017, 04:21:56 PM »
That's a similar issue I'm dealing with. I changed the crankset, pedals, etc and it did not go away. I'm thinking it could be from where the metal BB insert meets the carbon frame.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: July 18, 2017, 11:35:24 AM »
Understood. I first suspected the seatpost, but even with the post and saddle completely removed, the noise is still there. The creaking is audible only when putting power down. I own 2 other brand name carbon bikes that I've built from the frame up as well, and I've been pretty impressed with the Workswell so far too.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: July 18, 2017, 10:39:02 AM »
I have a M-062 that I purchased last June from SobatoStore on eBay (which seemed to be Workswell direct after emailing them a few times) and it has developed a loud creaking noise from the bottom bracket area. I ordered a PF92 version that has a metal insert in the carbon. I changed the BB, applied Loctite, changed the crank, and it still has a horrible creaking noise. I've determined that it must be from where the metal insert meets the carbon. I've contacted that same eBay store and am now awaiting their reply. Hopefully they're as responsive and helpful as the stories I've read in this thread! I have easily over a thousand miles on the frame with no other issues.

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29er / Re: Building a new 29er under $2k AUD / 1.5k USD
« on: September 01, 2016, 08:37:32 PM »
I'm running a Chinese wheelset with Novatec hubs on my 062 frame and so far they've been great. The hubs did arrive without any grease but after lubing them up I haven't had any issues. They're 30mm ID and I paid $380 shipped for the complete built wheelset on eBay.

I'm 5'9" and with a 50mm stem the bike feels great. One of my favorite low cost saddles is the Charge Spoon. It's reasonably light for the price and very comfortable.

If you're forced to buy a new crankset I'd consider a Raceface 30mm BB with one of their 1x cranks. The Aeffect is affordable and well built, although a tad heavy.

I'd definitely hold out for a deal on a fork, I was able to find a used Talas 95-120mm for $250 on Pinkbike which ended up being perfect, allowing me to add travel and slacken the HA on the fly.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: August 17, 2016, 07:37:55 PM »
What's the crown to axle on the F80? Shortening the fork length even more than the recommended length will increase the head tube angle and make it even more twitchy. If it's a 1 1/8 fork you'll also need a different headset than the tapered one that comes with the frame.

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29+ & 27+ / Re: New Carbon Trek Stache
« on: August 07, 2016, 07:03:22 PM »
I know the original Stache geometry is the same as the Workswell version, but I haven't been able to find the updated 2017 geometry published anywhere yet.

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29+ & 27+ / 2016 Carbon Trek Stache 29+
« on: August 06, 2016, 11:40:00 AM »
http://www.pinkbike.com/news/trek-introduces-new-carbon-stache-2017.html

I love the new top tube design. They got rid of the kink before the seat post in the top tube and made it one smooth line down to the rear axle... $1580 for the frame.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: August 06, 2016, 10:38:40 AM »
Took the plus setup out for it's first trail ride and I'm extremely impressed! The bike has so much grip everywhere that you can spend less time looking for lines and more time just cranking away. The 120mm fork was great for my local trail and the bike loves to be airborne. I don't have any numbers to justify it but it felt as quick as my main rig (Ibis Ripley) and the short chainstay makes it super snappy and agile. It did hold less momentum when rolling but it wasn't tiring to ride at all. I really wasn't expecting the bike to be that much fun.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: August 04, 2016, 08:35:34 AM »
The Rocket Ron's that are on it are the Snakeskin TL versions so they mounted up tubeless pretty easily even with my crappy hand pump. I considered the Nobby Nic but the weight weenie in me came out and I bought the RR instead haha. If I find that they don't have enough grip I'll make the switch to the NN. I wish the rear would work with a RR or NN but even the Trailblazer just barely clears on the non drive side of the chainstay.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: August 03, 2016, 09:47:10 PM »
Finished for now. 22.8lbs in 27.5+ trim. First ride will be tomorrow afternoon!


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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: August 01, 2016, 08:49:02 PM »
So I have just confirmed that Schwalbe 27.5+ Rocket Ron 2.8 tires will not fit on the rear. They rub the left side chainstay when mounted on a 29mm ID rim. They clear my Fox 32 front fork ok so I'm going to order a Trailblazer 2.8 for the rear and hope it works out.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: July 22, 2016, 03:35:58 PM »
That's right! I couldn't come up with something meaningful and I'm not really in to replica stuff so I figured honesty was the best policy in this case. Who knows, maybe in a few years Workswell will be as natural sounding as something like Goodyear.

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: July 21, 2016, 10:08:13 PM »
Had my local sign shop cut me some frame decals!


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29er / Re: Jar_head's WCB-M-062
« on: July 19, 2016, 03:10:45 PM »
Can you list the current build specifics and weight?

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29er / Re: Workswell WCB-M-062
« on: July 14, 2016, 09:20:09 PM »
Quote from: Carbon_Dude on July 12, 2016, 06:34:17 AM
Looks nice, I bet she will really like it.

Thanks!

Just did my first ride on the 062 and I'm extremely impressed. My main rig is an Ibis Ripley and I haven't been on a hardtail in a while so I was a bit weary of what to expect. I put the new 95-120 Talas fork on it and took it out to a familiar 7 mile single track loop to shake it down. The rear end wasn't nearly as harsh as I imagined it'd be and the bike accelerates and climbs like a goat! Even over a few 2-3ft drops and jumps to flat the bike was solid and eager to keep accelerating. I'm stoked to see how different it is when the new 27.5+ wheel and tire setup arrive.

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