---Matt---
Likes Bikes and Dirt
Now with Alfine 8spd hub HERE
So, here's the latest addition to the family! This is DH MK4 (frame number 9) and it has been a long time coming. While it's not the prettiest bike out there, everything is done for a reason!
The bike was designed around what I like in a bike as well as my size (187cm). The first ride showed that it's much easier to bunny hop and throw around than my Canfield was. It's also more rearward, so bumps at speed seem to feel less harsh. Pedalling feels extremely positive due to the roller position and the corresponding angle of the rear suspension when at sag. I'm looking forward to getting out on some DH tracks and seeing how it handles.
Everything on it is machined up by us, except for the bottom bracket. Here's the low down:
* 8in rearward travel
* Rising rate suspension ratio
* 65° HA
* 83mm BB shell
* 12x150mm rear axle
* 20mm BB rise
* 425mm chainstay
* 425mm cockpit length
* 597mm effective TT
* 1147mm wheelbase
And the specs:
* Forks: '06 Marzocchi 888 RC2X
* Shock: Fox DHX5
* Wheels: Mavic EX721 on Hadley 20mm/150mm
* Drivetrain: Saint
* Chainguide: MRP chain guide
* Handlebars: Funn Full On handlebars
* Headset: Chris King
And finally some pics
Comments & questions are welcome
So, here's the latest addition to the family! This is DH MK4 (frame number 9) and it has been a long time coming. While it's not the prettiest bike out there, everything is done for a reason!
The bike was designed around what I like in a bike as well as my size (187cm). The first ride showed that it's much easier to bunny hop and throw around than my Canfield was. It's also more rearward, so bumps at speed seem to feel less harsh. Pedalling feels extremely positive due to the roller position and the corresponding angle of the rear suspension when at sag. I'm looking forward to getting out on some DH tracks and seeing how it handles.
Everything on it is machined up by us, except for the bottom bracket. Here's the low down:
* 8in rearward travel
* Rising rate suspension ratio
* 65° HA
* 83mm BB shell
* 12x150mm rear axle
* 20mm BB rise
* 425mm chainstay
* 425mm cockpit length
* 597mm effective TT
* 1147mm wheelbase
And the specs:
* Forks: '06 Marzocchi 888 RC2X
* Shock: Fox DHX5
* Wheels: Mavic EX721 on Hadley 20mm/150mm
* Drivetrain: Saint
* Chainguide: MRP chain guide
* Handlebars: Funn Full On handlebars
* Headset: Chris King
And finally some pics
Comments & questions are welcome
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