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  1. 30-05-2008 09:25 PM #1
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    hey guys, i finally got my bike but the long wait was definatly worth it.

    this is my bicycle:


    upon arrival

    the build with kill_switch_you

    and the finished product








    Frame: 2006 Specialized BigHit III
    Forks: 07 Rockshox Boxxer World Cups
    Rear Shox: Fox DHX 3.0 coil
    Rims: 26” EX 325 disc, 36 hole
    Rear Hub: Specialized disc, 36 hole, bolt on axle, 135mm spacing
    Front Hub: NS Roller 20 anodized red
    Shift Levers: SRAM X-7 Trigger
    Rear Derailleur: SRAM X-9, micro cage
    Cassette: Shimano HG50, 9-speed, 11-34t
    Brakes: Shimano Saint’s 8" rotors
    Bars: Specialized Demo
    Stem: Funn Direct mount
    Headset: FSA
    Cranks: Shimano Saint's
    Pedals: 50/50's
    Grips: Ruffian Lock-on's
    Tyres: Front: Intense SR50 Rear: Maxxis Minions

    so far i have not been able to point it down a hill as the weather has been shitty and daylight savings had made everything difficult but its been good to ride. i haven't got a weight yet but will hopefully have one soon. any ideas on upgrades to make it lighter? i was thinking maybe a new sdg ti-fly or something along those lines with some new bars and a hope pro II on the back? throw us some ideas and what you think...
    cheers guys.
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  2. 30-05-2008 09:29 PM #2
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    That is heaps cool. How much did that set you back if you dont mind me asking?

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    Quote Originally Posted by tim_d View Post
    That is heaps cool. How much did that set you back if you dont mind me asking?
    http://forums.farkin.net/showthread....ecialized+demo
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    any ideas for upgrades people?
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  5. 31-05-2008 08:35 PM #5
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    That is the nicest Big hit i have ever seen mate.(Besides the intense tyre i just don't like them)
    And nice pick up with the price.
    On the upgrades.
    Maybe Bars and Rear Hub*?
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    Quote Originally Posted by chuckies_here View Post
    That is the nicest Big hit i have ever seen mate.(Besides the intense tyre i just don't like them)
    And nice pick up with the price.
    On the upgrades.
    Maybe Bars and Rear Hub*?
    what would you suggest? i was thinking maybe white deity OS with a red rear hope pro II? or do you reckon keep the black stealth look with no white? and same i don't really like the front tire I'm probably going to match it up with the front minion soon.
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  7. 31-05-2008 10:00 PM #7
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    that is the sickest bighit, i reckon more white on the backend to balance the colour .
    lol you took the monster sticker off
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  8. 31-05-2008 11:04 PM #8
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    its funny how things get to where they are.

    I built that bike when it first rocked up. I cared for it as it grew into what it is today. Installed all the bling parts and tuned it into a race machine. Time passes, things change- then I get the shit job of boxing it up when the owner discovers 4wd. I send it away. Away from a small scene that needs every rider and feels every loss hard.

    Now the dreams of another young lad are made reality with the same piece of metal. This crazy bike thing can have some stupid lows. But man- its highs are worth it all. Good to see the girl live on. Please please ride it.
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  9. 31-05-2008 11:21 PM #9
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    nice bike benny! looks awsome!
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  10. 31-05-2008 11:29 PM #10
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    Great Bighit.
    Looks great with boxxers.
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