best mix of everything [Archive]

ZHendo

10-09-2007, 10:58 PM

frame without shock is about 8 lbs, so figure about 10 lbs with shock, maybe a little under. it all depends on what shock you get really. the frames are also very cheap, right around 1200 i think. again, it depends on the rear shock.

Bobby Peru

10-09-2007, 11:40 PM

so i am in need of a new bike.... but i like to do everything, XC, freeride, downhill.
so i need a bike that can do it ALL, any ideas?

I want a Porshe that can haul a washer and dryer.:homer:

micahb

10-09-2007, 11:46 PM

how much will a 2007/2008 transition dirtbag set u back?
also, how much does a dirtbag weigh stock?

try the bottlerocket first. the dirtbag is going to be more bike than you want.

gonefirefightin

10-09-2007, 11:48 PM

here ya go.......

http://www.birminghamlimousinehire.co.uk/limousine-hire__images/birmingham%20limousine%20hire,%20limo%20hire%20bir mingham,%20wedding%20cars%20hire/porsche-limousine-hire.jpg

Bobby Peru

10-09-2007, 11:56 PM

Cool! I need that! You are da man!

rid3HB

10-10-2007, 12:31 AM

there is a transition bike thread right below this thread which has lots of people saying that their bottle rockets are great. go with that

Sandro

10-10-2007, 05:24 AM

I do it all on this:

http://www.thebikeexpress.com/Reign%20X1.jpg

By far the best bike i've owned in 15 years of riding.

TheMauler

10-10-2007, 12:58 PM

i would liek to know how are the trails you ride ? the bottlerocket could handle all that with ease, the only problem with the travel is if you like me like in a place where your trails got a crap load of rocky tech, huges rocks, and a jillion rocks, someone told me its comparable to a jackhammer hehe... but thats what im saying if you ride with some rock etc you could easily ride it as long as your smooth...

Huck Banzai

10-10-2007, 03:26 PM

here ya go.......

http://www.birminghamlimousinehire.co.uk/limousine-hire__images/birmingham%20limousine%20hire,%20limo%20hire%20bir mingham,%20wedding%20cars%20hire/porsche-limousine-hire.jpg

I vurped when I saw that. Its painful to see.

Kanter

10-10-2007, 04:09 PM

I like my Socom with a front derailer and about 38 lbs in light form. I did a XC loop with over 3000ft vert and 13 miles on it yesterday. Pic in Ride Reports.

My other choice would be the Giant Reign x1.

spacemanspiff06

10-10-2007, 08:03 PM

I want a Porshe that can haul a washer and dryer.:homer:

dream car = porshe with a 4-bike rack!:cheers:
oh, and i do it all on this, with a few upgrades;). best trail bike ever IMO it can handle smooth FR and DH. it will teach you how to flow over rough.
i wish cannondale still made the prophet mx, that would be prime.

HAB

10-14-2007, 08:34 AM

I'm happy with my BR as a do it all bike. With a lighter build, it can be pedaled all day, it'll take lift served DH without a whimper, and it jumps very very well. The Reign X is a good choice too. I thought about one, but I like the BR geo better. Just my preference. Nothing that you can freeride/ DH with will be a competitive XC race machine, but you can put together a bike that'll do pretty much anything else with some degree competance.

Bulldog

10-14-2007, 11:50 AM

I do it all on this:

http://www.thebikeexpress.com/Reign%20X1.jpg

By far the best bike i've owned in 15 years of riding.

I'd second that recommendation. More of a true all-arounder than a BR for sure.

Paulyd

10-15-2007, 06:10 PM

sx-trail if its in yur price range, for more freeride use u could look at the Transition Preston FR

kzuma

10-22-2007, 08:34 PM

transition covert is a good choice for a all mountian/freeride choice. reign is also good

ZHendo

10-22-2007, 08:55 PM

i was looking at the giant reign x series, but went with an SX trail. i think that the reign x may have a more trail bike-ish feel than the SX, but both are very capable all arounders. the build will really decide how the bike rides, my advice is to buy a good all around frame with an adjustable travel fork (think fox 36 talas) and then get a good mix of parts. a 70mm stem will help get you over the front end for climbing, and a dual ring crankset with a guide will give you tons of versatility. the most dramatic change i have made is buying a second wheelset. i have a super heavy, but scary strong wheelset that i bought will the bike, and then i bought a really light wheelset about 6 months ago. they have syncros ds23 rims and a hope pro 2 rear hub, the front hub is a quanto. they are so light yet relatively strong, and although they are by no means as sure footed as my heavy wheels in the gnar, climbing is exponetially better.

HBIK3R

10-22-2007, 10:30 PM

Specialized SX Trail is kinda expensive, but it would do what you want.

fuzzynutz

10-24-2007, 05:39 PM

Canfield Balance. Does it all for me.

TheMauler

10-24-2007, 06:03 PM

Canfield Balance. Does it all for me.

:picsstfu:, haha just playing but post some pics, i think ive only seen one balance built up/

bent^biker

10-24-2007, 09:20 PM

TheMauler

10-24-2007, 09:37 PM

i've done over 30miles of xc on my br and tons of downhill as well. Just rock a nice adjustable fork like the talas or something u-turn and you're set. the reign x is also pretty spiffy and there's tons of price points there.

thats why the BR is on my wish list prolly wont happen for awhile since i just got a stuff so ill have to beat on that thing for a bit... ohwell ill drool over it for now

MTBXRacing

10-24-2007, 10:25 PM

Look for a 2005 Giant Reign 2 for decent price.http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/Freeride_Full_Suspension/product_124718.shtml

NEstinkyrider

10-25-2007, 09:19 AM

you could consider an ironhorse 6point. similar geometry to the gian reign's but with a better leverage ratio.. my understanding is the reignX comes with a 7.875 x 2.25" shock giving it a leverage ratio of2.977:1.. the 6point comes with an 8.75 x 2.5" shock giving is a leverage ratio of 2.52:1.. plus you can swap in a 8.75 x 2.75" shock to get a full 7" of travel, maintaining the same leverage ratio.. you could put a 7" fork up front too, that would slack out the headangle a bit and raise the bb slightly.

...............ReignX ..............6point
size.........16/17...............15/17
BBH height..?....................13.78
CS...........17.3..................17.3
WB..........44.1/44.9..........42.64/43.64
eftt..........22.4/23.2..........22/23
HA...........67......................68
SA...........72.5...................71

i've been trying to decide between these two frames myself; more and more i'm leaning towards the 6point.

TheMauler

10-25-2007, 10:21 AM

BR or the 6point

adurham

10-25-2007, 11:50 AM

You should look at the Norco Six lineup. great do it all bike.

kuksul08

10-28-2007, 01:02 AM

Nomad!

Sir_Crackien

10-28-2007, 11:20 AM

i would have to say the reign myself. i'm getting and older one as a more all around trail/ heavy xc bike. i know that they are strong. a buddy of mine put one through its paces for about 2 years and ever a problem.

the bikes that have been posted in this thread have covered quite a large spectrum of riding and no one bike can truthfully do it all. i have been after that kinda bike for years. i went for a heavier bike like a bullet. it sucked at xc pretty bad but was good for both dh and fr. i have a preston. probably the closest you will get to a true all around bike. very good at tough trail and fr. also not too bad at xc (not great by any means though) and could handle dh (i did both wintergreen and snowshoe on it). in the end though no bike can truthfully cover that ride of a spectrum. the reign will be your closest bet out there right now.

i have a XC bike and i'm biulding a aggressive trail bike. i don't expect that trail bike to pull full fr or dh duties.

seespotendo

10-28-2007, 06:08 PM

well im going with a 07 kona stab deluxe
i know i'm crazy/stupid

NEstinkyrider

10-29-2007, 06:44 AM

well im going with a 07 kona stab deluxe
i know i'm crazy/stupid

well it's a sick bike for sure.. but not quite the all-mountain rig like you originally indicated..

FCLinder

10-29-2007, 09:12 AM

Thought I would give a suggestion here. My Do it all bike.

http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=190708

If you need a name at Morewood to talk to, let me know.

Cecil

seespotendo

10-30-2007, 04:24 PM

oh never mind.
i was getting a 07 stab for 2,100.
but i need a more versatile ride.

i really wanted the stab, and at a great price
but its not a good idea, bummer

seespotendo

10-30-2007, 05:10 PM

how much will a bottlerocket cost?

El Gordo

10-30-2007, 10:06 PM

how much will a bottlerocket cost?

What just the Frame? About $1,200 add 70 bucks for a DHX Air.. For a full bike depends on your parts. For a full out bike with all XT or like x9 stuff and like a Zoke 66 on it probably like 3 Grand..

Get it dude the BR is a Kick Ass bike, I have a Preston which I love I rode a BR and it was super nice too, I was a little to big for the one i rode but it felt nice and flickable.. I am selling a new 07 Preston with a DHX 5.0 coil and a King Headset for a good price since I am building a Blindside, if your interested let me know.

bent^biker

10-31-2007, 12:59 AM

the br is badass. super versatile and you know you'll never break it.
the $$ build br http://i4.pinkbike.com/photo/1466/pbpic1466487.jpg

bballboy388

10-31-2007, 01:45 AM

Check out transitions website ( www.transitionbikes.com ). You can order directly from them and get some deals on forks and build kits. Cheapest complete build you can get from them is like 3227 plus shipping.

El Gordo

10-31-2007, 12:58 PM

Yeah but if you go with a online shop they will give you a deal. Like talk to Steve over at Ride-This they will help you out. Calling Transition your gonna pay top $$. You can build a killer Br for like $2800

Like a BR with a Zoke 55, some Holzfellers, Avid Code 5's, Azonic Outlaws, Funn parts, XT etc etc... I think the BR and the new 55 are a awesome combo..

seespotendo

10-31-2007, 02:34 PM

any do-it-alls around 2k?

Sir_Crackien

10-31-2007, 02:49 PM

none that i can really think of. the only one that came to mind at all is this one
http://www.mongoose.com/mtn/ProductDetails.html?id=2635&enc=mtn|6

El Gordo

10-31-2007, 03:49 PM

none that i can really think of. the only one that came to mind at all is this one
http://www.mongoose.com/mtn/ProductDetails.html?id=2635&enc=mtn|6

Yeah dude check that out, there is a full write up on it in the new Decline mag this month.... Real nice setup for the money...