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Comment on Scott Spark RC 29er – Build Project by Alex

Alex — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 19:13:28 +0000

Hi Rick,
Do you know the weight of the original DT Swiss XR-RS29 wheelset? I’ve also ordered a 29 RC and looking for tuning potential.

Alex

Comment on Scott Spark RC 29er – Build Project by Rick Morris

Rick Morris — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:11:25 +0000

Yes, I was looking at a set of tunes on enve’s this past weekend at Huntsville. They feel very light and look pretty nice too.

Comment on Scott Spark RC 29er – Build Project by Josh de Boisblanc

Josh de Boisblanc — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:29:46 +0000

No problem! You could always use the DT Swiss 190s if you’re feeling super bling. If you are looking for something even more exotic (and lighter, though durability is an unknown), check out the AX Lightness, Extralite and Tune hub offerings. Personally I’d stick to DT, or another known quantity if you plan to ride the thing, servicing them is super easy and they are still extremely light weight.

Comment on Scott Spark RC 29er – Build Project by Rick Morris

Rick Morris — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 03:18:34 +0000

Good to know, Josh! I also ride and race the same trails, Flat Rock Ranch, Government Canyon, etc. I remember when the Topo C’s came out. Everyone was scared of them, but look at us now, we are all riding carbon mountain bikes and they are tougher than everything else. There is no question I am going to do the carbon wheels. Isn’t there a lighter hub than the 240′s. Yes, the Enve’s are looking pretty sweet, especially at 1350 grams.

Comment on Scott Spark RC 29er – Build Project by Josh de Boisblanc

Josh de Boisblanc — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:46:10 +0000

Hi Rick,
I’ll chime in with my two cents. I’ve been beating the snot out of my Reynolds Topo C carbon 29er rims for several hard seasons of racing. Last year I did over 50 offroad races and this year I’m about at the same mark and I’ve also done all of my training rides on these rims. They are from 2007 and at the time were the first 29er carbon mtb rims in production! I ride mainly in Austin over loads of rocks, ledges, drops and nasty climbs, as well as most of the tamer stuff that comprises the TMBRA circuits. The things are tough as nails, and I’m sure the newer stuff is even stronger (and lighter). After seeing what the world cup downhillers have gotten away with on the Enve hoops, If I could afford it I would jump on a set of those in a second. The DT Swiss 240s hubs on my Reynolds have been bomb proof and are very light with low drag, so I’d opt for a set of those to go with the Enves.

-Josh

Comment on Scott Spark RC 29er – Build Project by Laminated

Laminated — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:12:52 +0000

Wheels – On my build I’m going with Am Classic 29 MTB Race or MTB 29. I think these wide rims results in making the bike faster than the lower weight of carbon rim. Plus, I’m not ready for carbon rims for my everyday ride. I’d rather spend the money on exotic cranks and brakes.

How much is a 2012 Spark frame? Can you ship to Austria?

Comment on Mountain Bike Ride – Lamar’s Rim – Price Utah by Fuzzy's BicycleWorks

Fuzzy's BicycleWorks — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:38:17 +0000

Nice! BTW- it took Lamar 6 Months to recover, but not all in the hospital.

Comment on Bicycle Tubeless Tire Repair Kit by littlegull

littlegull — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 11:05:40 +0000

Now that the weather is finally warming up I am psyched about hauling my bike out of storage for some mountain cycling…

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Comment on 70 Mile Mountain Bike Ride – Turkey Burning by Today’s Texas Bicycling News And Blogs « Texbiker.net

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