256 build by jackk

[jackk]

Hello guys, 
I am new to the forum and I'm a xc race man.
I'm buying the pieces to fit a new frame IP256.
I do not have much money. I recycle to save my Shimano 9-speed transmission.
At the rear, I would like to mount a 11-36 9-speed cassette and 9 speed Shimano transmission.
I know that the front derailleur mounts directly onto the frame. I recommended some derailleur compattibile?
I come from a 26-inch. I used to be a front derailleur road bike with only 70 grams fitted with collar (soldering type). Do you think you could also mount on IP256?
Any suggestions or criticism is welcome ..
Thanks in advance
regards
Jackk

ps: sorry for my english, google translate helps me, I hope it is understandable .. 

[MTB2223]

Hi Jackk,

The FD that fits on the IP256 is a Shimano  E2 type ( http://bike.shimano.com/publish/content/global_cycle/en/us/index/products/mountain/New_Deore_XT/product.-code-FD-M785-E2.-type-.fd_mountain.html )
But why not looking for the IP-057 ? That's also an awesome frame and save some bucks. For this frame you need an other FD like this http://bike.shimano.com/publish/content/global_cycle/en/us/index/products/mountain/New_Deore_XT/product.-code-FD-M781.-type-.fd_mountain.html

The IP-057 is a little bit heavier, 160 gram or something.

[jackk]

Hi mtb2223,
Thanks for the reply ..
I was thinking there for IP057: the front derailleur pulls the cable from the bottom?
I would solve a lot of problems because I already have this ..

I hope google has translated well ..

[brmeyer135]

IP-057 is a high mount and pulls from top

[jackk]

Hi,
I finally ordered IP256, I hope it's a good deal for my cross country races. 
I have a question: Which derailleur e-type-2 buy one of these?
http://cuturl.net/46735
Those on 10speed, also work with 9speed shifters?
I can not spend much so I have to recycle the 9 speed transmission.
Say that I can ride okay?
Thanks for the tips
jackk

[brmeyer135]

looks like only one on that page - the slx shifter and it is only 31.00
I don't see where you mention if you have 2 rings or 3
Depending on your races, maybe you could go 1 x and forget the front.

[jackk]

Hi,
brmeyer135 thanks for the reply.
I use double chainring: front 36-24 et 11-36 rear.
Switch to mono-ring do not see it very well: we have risen extreme races ..
Do you know if the old e-type mount on this frame by removing the plate bracket?
like this:
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b223/hubbahubba123/IMG_3617.jpg
the holes in the frame are the same distance like e-type-2 or e-type?
Thank you

[brmeyer135]

Looking here:  https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=xtr%20e-type%20front%20derailleur
Your picture looks like the e-type and not the e2-type
You might be surprised about 1x - check a bike gear calculator

[RS VR6]

He would need a 42T in the rear and a 28T in the front to get his 24/36 low gear he currently has if he goes 1x.

[jackk]

Hi,
thanks for answers.
Unfortunately, the single ring XX1 is too expensive for my pocket.
For now I leave the double ring 36-24 XTR FC-M970, so I can recycle my old transmission.
By purchasing an old e-type and removing the anchor to the bottom bracket I thought to solve, if the holes in frame are as e-type2.
Thanks anyway
regards

[brmeyer135]

I am saying you could keep your current drivetrain and drop a ring.
This site's founder Sitar did it this way.

[jackk]

ah ok,
but I'm not sure I can ride a 36 front and 36 rear.
If I put a smaller ring of 36 front, then I would have difficulty in plain ..
I try to look at the solution of Sitar then ..
Thank you

[jackk]

Hello guys,
the components to build the 29ers are almost all arrived. Here are some photos with the weights ..


http://s239.photobucket.com/user/antoss/slideshow/29er

[Vipassana]

Looking good.  Those brakes sure are light.  Let us know how you like them.  Very minimalist looking compared to the XT's I have.  I wish the XT's looked more sleek.

[jackk]

Hi Vip,
The brakes are Formula, are very light and brake very well. Here in Italy are widely used.
I'll put the link: http://www.formula-italy.com 
Today ride inauguration, snap some photos ..