Yeah.. I don't really mind some advertising, I mean.. if I had a website, I'd for damn sure throw up some ads. but mtbr is getting a little ridiculous with it's pop up ads and complete lack of mod involvement.

That said.. I bet they make a killing so, I'm not hatin!

This is highly relevant to my interests.

Currently on aluminum 26er hardtail! So, of course, anything will be a huge upgrade. Can't lie.. I REALLY want that 036, but I genuinely don't think I'll need it with the trails that I ride and the carbon and the 29 inch wheels.. Still unsure..  but I've def decided against a fat bike for now.

Either way, I'll certainly be following this thread. Just having the pics alone is enough to keep me interested. Between this and the 057 build thread.. got some potentially great threads growing here. A lot of people are asking questions about these bikes, these could be valuable resources.

Pretty sure you pull those out but wait til someone confirms that.

I really like you build list and seeing as how I plan on building my own fairly soon... I'll def be following the thread and look forward to seeing the final product!

Buy a chiner from a chindor at Chinertown!

Also.. I'd totally be in for that post in that price range.