Project Build Hambo a bike (2nd go)

[kten]

Should be enough with a 50mm stem, 74 degree and 500mm seat tube?

It's a personal thing but imo you are very much on the upper limit for that sizing. Is there anything comparable you can have a roll on to get a feel for the numbers?

 

[creaky]

At 6’5” getting something that fits well should be priority #1. 660+ ETT and 510mm+ reach and 640+ stack would be preferable I reckon if it’s newer steep STA geo.

Your preference may differ but as noted above, try to car park ride something at least similar sizing first.

 

[Litenbror]

About $500aud after spring discount (code is SPRING2020)

https://www.srsuntour.us/collection...ts/auron-rc2-pcs-15qlc-29?variant=37546536014

^^ Buy these, they will match or beat anything on the second hand market (pike or fox 34) and are completely user serviceable so you will save a lot of money long term. SR Suntour were good to deal with and have an Aussie distro so spares or replacement parts come from Melbourne.

 

[yuley95]

^^ Buy these, they will match or beat anything on the second hand market (pike or fox 34) and are completely user serviceable so you will save a lot of money long term. SR Suntour were good to deal with and have an Aussie distro so spares or replacement parts come from Melbourne.

And here’s a review on a hard tail
https://www.singletracks.com/mtb-gear/sr-suntour-auron-rc2-29-27-5-fork-review/

 

[Oddjob]

Buy this

https://www.facebook.com/groups/153...88319414681996/?sale_post_id=1488319414681996

Sell frame, get a XL frame and your done.



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[fatboyonabike]

https://www.cyclingdeal.com.au/buy/manitou-mattoc-pro-mountain-bike-fork-27.5-120mm-t/FK-MT-L275
wicked fork, Magnum is also a worthwhile option if you can get a good price

 

[HamboCairns]

https://www.cyclingdeal.com.au/buy/manitou-mattoc-pro-mountain-bike-fork-27.5-120mm-t/FK-MT-L275
wicked fork, Magnum is also a worthwhile option if you can get a good price

I don't have access to that group. I've applied but can you tell me what it is in the mean time please?

 

[HamboCairns]

https://www.cyclingdeal.com.au/buy/manitou-mattoc-pro-mountain-bike-fork-27.5-120mm-t/FK-MT-L275
wicked fork, Magnum is also a worthwhile option if you can get a good price

Yeah but that's just over a third of my budget.

 

[oliosky]

Pp

I don't have access to that group. I've applied but can you tell me what it is in the mean time please?

 

[fatboyonabike]

there is a set of 29er DVO Diamonds for sale on FB, $550!?...Bright green though
what colour is the ragley you are looking at getting?

 

[wkkie]

there is a set of 29er DVO Diamonds for sale on FB, $550!?...Bright green though
what colour is the ragley you are looking at getting?

Got a link?

 

[fatboyonabike]

Got a link?

just type in DVO diamond in the search bar, they are in Canberra

 

[caad9]

Pp

This has to be the best way imo
Try and bargain a little, plus postage.

 

[wkkie]

just type in DVO diamond in the search bar, they are in Canberra

Did try that, but stuff from the Philippines was coming up...

That's ok though. I'm thinking more of a Yari or Lyrik non boost that I could potentially turn coil...

Only really the colour is appealing...

 

[HamboCairns]

there is a set of 29er DVO Diamonds for sale on FB, $550!?...Bright green though
what colour is the ragley you are looking at getting?

Turquoise

 

[blacksp20]

Turquoise

Not with green DVO forks

 

[blacksp20]

Turquoise

Please don’t. As much as they are great forks, the colour combo is an abomination.

 

[ashes_mtb]

At 6’5” getting something that fits well should be priority #1. 660+ ETT and 510mm+ reach and 640+ stack would be preferable I reckon if it’s newer steep STA geo.

Your preference may differ but as noted above, try to car park ride something at least similar sizing first.

I'm 6'4" and on 626ETT, 470 reach and 612 stack with 66.5/76 geo. Happy with the position, although I'd prefer a lower stack still.

Agree with test riding first, everyone's different.

 

[HamboCairns]

Please don’t. As much as they are great forks, the colour combo is an abomination. View attachment 364341

Wouldn't dream of it!

 

[HamboCairns]

I'm 6'4" and on 626ETT, 470 reach and 612 stack with 66.5/76 geo. Happy with the position, although I'd prefer a lower stack still.

Agree with test riding first, everyone's different.

No chance of any kind of test ride of anything up here.