Author Topic: Carbon Speed "CS-M04" 27.5+ FS w/boost  (Read 3688 times)

Zabran

Carbon Speed "CS-M04" 27.5+ FS w/boost
« on: May 07, 2016, 02:02:28 AM »
Anyone have any experience with this frame?

http://xmcarbonspeed.com/Productinfo.asp?f=1438



Carbon_Dude

Re: Carbon Speed "CS-M04" 27.5+ FS w/boost
« Reply #1 on: May 07, 2016, 04:58:39 PM »
I haven't seen anyone build up a bike with this frame yet.  Should be pretty good though, seems to have good specs.
2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA

Zabran

Re: Carbon Speed "CS-M04" 27.5+ FS w/boost
« Reply #2 on: May 07, 2016, 05:57:15 PM »
Had a friend help me build a workswell 29er, but this would be my first FS build.  What rear shocks would be compatible with this frame?  It doesnt seem like theres a ton of room for a shock there.

Do you think 140-150mm fork would throw off the geometry too much?

Carbon_Dude

Re: Carbon Speed "CS-M04" 27.5+ FS w/boost
« Reply #3 on: May 07, 2016, 07:08:24 PM »
The pivots on that frame look nice, as does what looks to be replaceable threaded inserts for the brake caliper mounting.

I would guess that any shock with the correct spacing, probably 6.5x1.5, would work.  Possibly a Rockshox Monarch.  The frame spec says 100mm of rear travel and recommends a 120mm fork.  You can ask Peter about going to a 140mm-150mm fork but I would think up to 130mm would be okay.  Maybe look at a RS Pike RCT3 130mm.

If you like to have the ability to lock out your fork & shock, I know RS also has a nice twin-lock XLoc Full Sprint remote.  One button locks out both the fork and shock.
« Last Edit: May 07, 2016, 07:12:56 PM by Carbon_Dude »
2019 Stumpjumper Expert 29/27.5+
2017 Santa Cruz Stigmata
2017 Trek Stache 9.8 (29+)
2016 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Carbon Comp 6Fattie (27.5+) (Sold)
2016 Trek Stache 9 (29+) w/upgrades (Sold)
2014 -036 Full Suspension Chiner (Sold)
2013 -057 Hardtail Carbon Chiner (Sold)
Atlanta, GA

SportingGoods

Re: Carbon Speed "CS-M04" 27.5+ FS w/boost
« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2016, 02:45:44 AM »
A 165/38 mm Rock Shox Monarch will fit.

For the fork... I wouldn't go beyond 130 mm. Based on the geometry, the BB should be around 330 mm with a 120 mm fork. You don't want much more then that. But you need to understand that + size tire feel different and don't require as much travel. Either a 130 mm Pike (standard 100 mm axle is OK) or a 120 Reba (boost required).