Isaakk
Likes Bikes and Dirt
Message from instagram: "New frames biggest gusset in those area" - so maybe using my failure as a test case of where more reinforcement is needed?
Marino Bike Co rigs.
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Litenbror
Eats Squid
Sounds like the opposite of Pole bicycles after sales serviceMessage from instagram: "New frames biggest gusset in those area" - so maybe using my failure as a test case of where more reinforcement is needed?
itsajoke
Likes Dirt
You did tell me that you were looking at getting something else. Maybe the bike heard you?
Got a video to post up with the last failure?
Edit: just saw your video (insert shocked face)
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Isaakk
Likes Bikes and Dirt
Just at the top of where the seattube and downtube gusset is, through the tube - was close to the weld but not at it.
Yep, have a 2021 Sight A1 frameset set aside for me at lbs, must have been meant to be. *Shrugs
Video is here for those interested, frame breakage at 5:08 or so
hifiandmtb
Sphincter beanie
Lucky you could source another steed! Nice video - thanks.
Was that a "hairy bark monster"?
Ackland
chats d'élevage
Is that two DH trails crossing at right angles at 00:49??
Also. Great to hear you didn't get badly hurt. A break like that could have been nasty
Isaakk
Likes Bikes and Dirt
I think that's primarily due to GoPro distortion, I haven't actually checked the wheel closely now I think of it, but it still seems straight on initial impressions. Those XM1501's are tough SOBs. And yep - could have been far worse if it happened when I wasn't taking it easy & was charging down a tougher tech or jump trail.
It is, though technically the end of one black trail (Styx & Stones) into another (Wicked Styx), crossing a blue. (Waratah)
Yeah already had a couple people crack the laughs at my reaction to that haha, thought it was a dead animal at first until I realised a second or two later it was tree bark.
lear45
Squid
Sorry to hear that, glad you're ok. It seems to me like all Marino frame failures that I've heard of are on full suspensions and near that area. That said I haven't heard of many, so it could just be a coincidence
Isildur
The Real Pedant
Sooooo... Digging a fresh grave here, but better than starting an new thread. The current Sydney lockdowns have got me thinking about updateing my hardtail ride. Well, I've been thinking about it for a while, but finally actaully spending brain hours on it.
I've been super keen on a Chromag Primer/Rootdown, but given their supply is well out into 2022 nowadays, that led me back to the thought of the Marino option.
Has anyone been in conatact recently and know their status with COVID, demand, etc? I'll be sending them a message shortly, but hearing from locals here may ease my mind. I'm not in any particular rush, the hardtail is really my "sometimes" bike, but I'd like to update my AM/Commute HT from the "too smal for me" current rig.
I've been super keen on a Chromag Primer/Rootdown, but given their supply is well out into 2022 nowadays, that led me back to the thought of the Marino option.
Has anyone been in conatact recently and know their status with COVID, demand, etc? I'll be sending them a message shortly, but hearing from locals here may ease my mind. I'm not in any particular rush, the hardtail is really my "sometimes" bike, but I'd like to update my AM/Commute HT from the "too smal for me" current rig.
nzhumpy
Googlemeister who likes bikes and scandal
A bit exxy but at least they are in stock...
biggride.com.au
Edit: My bad, Privee is 27.5 not 29.
Edit 2: Just buy @beeb's Walty
Production Privee OKA Silver Hardtail
A super capable all-mountain / enduro hardtail that is built around a 120mm-140mm front fork. The OKA's modern geometry and ability to run 27.5" and 26". Simple, durable and fun.
biggride.com.au
Edit: My bad, Privee is 27.5 not 29.
Edit 2: Just buy @beeb's Walty
VIC - SOLD - Waltly Titanium hardtail frame
Item: Waltly Titanium custom hardtail frame (Approx. a modern size L). Location: Sunshine West, VIC. Item Condition: Excellent. Reason for selling: I have another Ti frame. Price and price conditions: $690 plus postage. Extra Info: Clearance for up to 29x2.5" tyres "Boost" 148 rear axle...
www.rotorburn.com
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wkkie
It's Not Easy Being Green
I did try a while ago, but had to give up in the end and go with a Waltly.
Send them a message, hopefully they're better. From looking in their socials they seem to be spending up on machinery so hopefully their wait times are dropping.
Pretty sure they have fairly high demand though, but throwing them an email won't hurt!
Isildur
The Real Pedant
Yeah I saw that and even posted in the thread, alas my legs are far too short for that bike! I'm needing (wanting?) a ST length of around 430mm max, shorter if it can be attained with the right durability.
Yeah, I'll be sending them a message today, will see what comes back!
Ackland
chats d'élevage
Eff me... $4+K for a production chro-mo frame?A bit exxy but at least they are in stock...
Production Privee OKA Silver Hardtail
A super capable all-mountain / enduro hardtail that is built around a 120mm-140mm front fork. The OKA's modern geometry and ability to run 27.5" and 26". Simple, durable and fun.
Edit: My bad, Privee is 27.5 not 29.
You can get a domestically made one with a much nicer tube set for that
Isildur
The Real Pedant
That $4k does include a Fox36 and X01 Groupset. Frame only is $1300 or so.
Ackland
chats d'élevage
Ahhh didn't read that far....