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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: August 11, 2020, 12:52:43 PM »
Hey, someone had posted a link to ebay that no longer works. Ebay is suggesting a shock that I think should work (165x42.5), but says it's for a 27.5 Giant Anthem. No reason this shock shouldn't work, hey?

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Fox-Performance-165-x-42-5-Shock-Giant-Anthem-27-5-Trunnion-Dps-Float-/124273032134?oid=143042612579

Thanks

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: June 22, 2020, 10:20:59 PM »
We ordered 3 of them together !

I'm all for PF bottom brackets, light and easy to service when you have a press.
But since the only option available was BB92, we all went to BSA. And are waiting a little more than planned.

As I just said on the AM831 post, BB92 is really a poor choice if you plan to put a DUB spindle of 29, or a 30mm one.
The bearings are too thin, and just don't last.
They quickly develop a drag, and you are good for changing them very often.

We took the same paint job, inspired by the Arc8.
And since we are relatively weight conscious, they are just half-painted  :D

Again great communication with Wing who was really helpful and patient with all our requests.

Oh man, those colours look great! Can you describe how the paint colour process goes? Do they have a selection that I pick off of or do I just give a pantone code? Thanks

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: June 20, 2020, 08:18:32 PM »
Ordered the XL SL BB92.

I’ll post pics of the frame weight and the actual stack and reach measurements.

I'll be watching for your thoughts. I'm going to be ordering mine come September. You mentioned BSA BB was a 2 month wait?

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: June 16, 2020, 11:45:34 PM »
@Schoobang: Very nice build! Love that stem and now I want one :)

I think the 1.3kg difference in weight between our builds is mostly in the fork (yours is approx 600 lighter!) and tires. I dare not run those Schwalbes where I ride, though! I think I might rip them on the first ride out :)

What do you weigh and what pressure are you running in your shock?

The stem is really nice. Weights exactly as spec says. I was a bit worried it might flex too much but it seems solid enough for this kind of bike.

I weigh about 79kg and I run the shock at 220 psi if I remember correctly.

I am 188cm with an 88cm inseam. Do you think the L or XL is right for me?

Anyone else go with the XL who is on the border of sizes?

Thanks!!! Starting the order process now. Already have:
Sram X01 shifter, derailleur, cassette, and chain
Light Bicycle rims laced to American Classic hubs
SID RCT3 fork

Same height as you (not sure on my inseam), but have been wondering the exact same thing. Currently riding a 2019 Commencal Meta TR 29 XL that is 500mm reach with 76 degree seattube angle. Doesn't feel too long. I'm leaning towards XL on this frame due to seat tube angle (will sag less being a short travel bike as well), but still undecided. Might be nice to have this bike in L and have it be a bit more whippy/maneuverable as it's not like I'll need the extra length for going mach speeds due to the shorter travel. Curious what you think as well.

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: June 06, 2020, 10:02:20 AM »
148mm Boost hubs moves the whole cassette out by 3mm compared 142mm hubs. therefore the Crankset chainline also needs to move out 3mm. Ideal chainline is considered to be 52mm.

This article explains the matter into more depth :) 
https://enduro-mtb.com/en/tech-talk-whats-the-boost-standard-all-about/

The amount of gears that the cassette have doesnt affect chainline, however most older systems that use 10 or 11 speeds were'nt made with boost spacing in mind. Therefore you might need a new crankset or a new boost correcting chainring that adds 3mm of chainline to get proper shifting performance across the whole cassette.

Q Factor describes the distance from outside crankarm to outside crankarm and is not directly related to shifting performance or boost spacing. However a bike with boost spacing might have slightly wider Q factor to make sure your heels dont hit the chainstays.
https://rideissi.com/files/product/iSSi_StanceWidth_Graphic_1.jpg

Excellent reply and links to articles, thanks a ton!

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: June 02, 2020, 10:09:36 AM »
Hi All, Looking to buy one of these frames in a few months and build it up over the Canadian winter... one thing that I don't understand is how I know what crankset will work with these. Q factor/chainline are something I don't understand fully - can anyone tell me what I would need to run 10, 11 or 12 speed? Does the speed on the back affect the q factor/chainline? If anyone has a link to a good reading source where I can educate myself on how to make sure I buy the right crankset. Any help is appreciated, thanks

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29er / Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
« on: April 25, 2020, 06:27:43 PM »
Aah... these young people  ::)
I understand ;)

I agree - get a paint job with the frame and make it beautiful. That being said, how does the process go for selecting a paint colour, cost, addition to timeline to get frame, etc? Any insights to share what I should expect. Looking to order my frame in the fall (Sept) and build it up over the winter. Thanks again!

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