bike build info...

[faded1004]

hi, incase i dont get a used complete bike. i was wondering if there were any good threads that documented a full bike build? maybe build tips? thanks for the help!

i am thinking about building a bike from bottom up... and wanted to see how others did it. i am currently compiling a list of things i want and will need for the build... i will post that later after i do alittle more reasearch so that i dont' waste everyones time...

so let me know if you know of any good threads... pics are good to have!

jason

[bighit8]

Not sure how put a link to the thread. But on the search, type in new bike build tips.The search is to the far right.

[faded1004]

came up with only 13 threads... nothing really about someone who documented their build? may be it is too easy to actually document?

[bighit8]

I guess its down to preference and $. You always want to bling, like xtr over lx but you can still build a nice bike for realitivley cheap.

[Pato]

Jason,

Try these:

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/sub/659-Build+Kits.aspx

http://wheelworld.com/itemlist.cfm?category=149

You can also call the local bike shops like Adrenaline and The Path and have them put something together for you.

How tall are you? I have a spare bike you can borrow/buy.

[davidB]

Building a full suspension bike-Step by Step

[faded1004]

yea, i think right now, i do want to get a nice frame and simple gear stuff... that way i can grow with it...

can someone quickly explain what 4x means? i know ss for single speed...

i found teh 4x ss bike build... he lists his parts, but i am sure there are alot of things he didn't list?

[faded1004]

hey david b, that is a great linnk... just what i wanted... i wanted to see what i was getting myself into...

[Rockinthecasbah]

4x is a type of bike for racing on a downhill bmx type track

[faded1004]

mmm... all these different applications! so confusing...

[Rockinthecasbah]

4x/Ds short travel or Ht bike usally around 100mm in the front 3" in the back bikes are usally really small
DH 1 front chainring 6-9 inches of travel bieks are a little larger then DS or 4x
AM usally around 5 or 6 " of travel supped to work for many applications dual or triple front chainrings
FR usally around 6- 7 inches of travel dual chainrings, can be pedaled up hill ..slowly.
XC 80-120 mm travel FS or HT usally light weight, frames can be carbon, ti , alum, cromo, etc, 26" or 29" wheels , 3 chain rings up front

[faded1004]

wow, i am not sure about the travel? that is definately a complicated question...

well, for starters and simplicity... i was thinking about trying out a simple 1 x 9 gear setup? okay, i am going to get some notes down and start a possible build thread...

[Rockinthecasbah]

first thing first what type of riding are you planning on doing ? General trail stuff ? The fully loop? Oaks?
1x9 isnt always simpler because without the front derailer you pretty much always need a chain guide

[faded1004]

mmmm, i see... i was thinking fewer moving parts...

my plans: very easy pavement rides (gettign my girlfriend started), then may be easy dirt (in a few weeks)... but, i would hope to get into some good trails with people on the forum? i have yet to try the fully loop, as i was thinking about trying it in 2 weeks?

i think i am most interseted in, trails with a few moderate jumps? may be an all around setup? i noticed bikes can lock out the rear and adjust the travel... so 1 bike can possibly be comfy on alot of terrain.... i guess i will have to go the regular 3 x 9 setup then? i guess i am not set in stone... cause i am just starting out... i am sure everythign can be changed later down the road also...

i love this learning experience...