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Evil Chocula · 08-17-2007, 12:56 PM

Tell me about it. Here's a video some freeride guys caught of me going big, at this secret spot in SD:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0PEIMGgKH4

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Originally Posted by mechmann

yeah sometimes i wish i had the balls to go big on my bikes...

then i remember that 90% of the people i ride with feel that way too when they see me jump.

jeffj · 08-17-2007, 12:59 PM

I would also check out the new Trance X1 at $2,300 with 5" travel:

http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US/...in/1288/29373/

SSinGA · 08-17-2007, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Evil Chocula

Tell me about it. Here's a video some freeride guys caught of me going big, at this secret spot in SD:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0PEIMGgKH4

Shortly after he took up road riding
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70N4CSlNoN0&NR=1

Waldo · 08-17-2007, 04:11 PM

I'm def no expert on these bikes, but it's the internet so I'll just pretend.

Considering the size of the rider and intended use, IMHO, it'd come down to the 575 or the XCL. Both can be built to suit a variety of needs and can handle a wide range of conditions and riding styles. And both are available from solid local dealers and are companies with a reputation for standing behind their products.

The new Reign seems much more DH/FR oriented, and doesn't seem like a bike I'd want to pedal uphill for extended durations.

The Specialized is nice, but I'm shying away more from them as they're going to proprietary components (forks, shocks, stems, etc) on more and more models.

I agree with those above who way it's a bit foolish to rush the decision based on a fairly arbitrary time frame. Take your time, demo bikes, invest wisely, and budget for the extras you'll need (inlcuding a bike rack)

J_Sims · 08-17-2007, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Waldo

(inlcuding a bike rack)

tkblazer · 08-17-2007, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Waldo

The new Reign seems much more DH/FR oriented, and doesn't seem like a bike I'd want to pedal uphill for extended durations.

the new reign frame is actually 1.5 lb lighter and the reign 1 is at about 30 lb for the stock build. The Reign X is their AM/FR bike that weighs about 35lb for the all coil and 33 lb for the all air suspension

Waldo · 08-17-2007, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by tkblazer

the new reign frame is actually 1.5 lb lighter and the reign 1 is at about 30 lb for the stock build. The Reign X is their AM/FR bike that weighs about 35lb for the all coil and 33 lb for the all air suspension

I stand corrected - it was the Reign X I was thinking of. The specs on the Reign are pretty sweet. Thanks TK.

Mudman · 08-17-2007, 06:51 PM

I was at Adrenaline today for quite some time and concluded on the Chumba XCL. Seems a little beefier and the overall ride felt a lot better than the 575.

Thanks for all the help everybody!

J_Sims · 08-17-2007, 06:51 PM

So when is she comin home...............

Mudman · 08-17-2007, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by J_Sims

So when is she comin home...............

hopefully next friday if all goes as planned. BTW I saw your bike there.

And got to talk to Jason about the Chumba. Great guy.

RacinJason · 08-18-2007, 12:03 AM

I'm always here to help. Those guys are great they will hook you up .

The chumba sell itself really.
I am just there to look good.

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Originally Posted by Mudman

hopefully next friday if all goes as planned. BTW I saw your bike there.

And got to talk to Jason about the Chumba. Great guy.

Mudman · 08-18-2007, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by ChumbaJason

I'm always here to help. Those guys are great they will hook you up .

The chumba sell itself really.
I am just there to look good.

haha I guess I can't argue with that. But if it does break, prepare for drama!

It was nice to meet you. I basically hung around for a while doing nothing. But all the guys at Adrenaline are great to talk to.

Waldo · 08-18-2007, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mudman

I was at Adrenaline today for quite some time and concluded on the Chumba XCL. Seems a little beefier and the overall ride felt a lot better than the 575.

Thanks for all the help everybody!

Congrats on a great choice. What are the build specs?

I am deeply in lust with that bike and hope to bring one home myself soon. A prinout of the XCL web page is on our refrig as a subtle reminder to my wife of what I want for my birthday.

Be sure to post some pics here when you get her home.

dubjay · 08-18-2007, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Waldo

I am deeply in lust with that bike and hope to bring one home myself soon. A prinout of the XCL web page is on our refrig as a subtle reminder to my wife of what I want for my birthday.

Does that trick really work? I need to start doing that as well then...

Lor · 08-18-2007, 01:33 PM

Curtis, aka "M80kickflip" has had a 575 for 2 years and I don't think he's had any problems. He's ridden it down some pretty brutal stuff and it keeps going. It makes sick trails look easy when he's on the bike.

Waldo · 08-18-2007, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by dubjay

Does that trick really work? I need to start doing that as well then...

So far, so good. I am a master at rationalization and justification...things like "a new bike will give me greater control which equates to a safer mountain biking experience." Just gotta chip away at her until she's heard it enough times to start believing that want = need!

Of course the real trick is keeping her from using the same strategy in reverse for things like 6 pairs of shoes or a $250 haircut.

genusmtbkr5 · 08-18-2007, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Waldo

Of course the real trick is keeping her from using the same strategy in reverse for things like 6 pairs of shoes or a $250 haircut.

Well there you go, you need a bike for every type of riding like she need shoes for every type of occasion. Same thing, but then again, I'm not married.

RacinJason · 08-18-2007, 04:20 PM

He has had his eye on the med XCL for a while now.
When he recovers from his DH bike purchase he might be riding a XCL.

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Originally Posted by Lor

Curtis, aka "M80kickflip" has had a 575 for 2 years and I don't think he's had any problems. He's ridden it down some pretty brutal stuff and it keeps going. It makes sick trails look easy when he's on the bike.

J_Sims · 08-18-2007, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

Well there you go, you need a bike for every type of riding like she need shoes for every type of occasion. Same thing, but then again, I'm not married.

I am with you 200% Both on train of thought and marital status

I think I see a patern developing here...

Mudman · 08-19-2007, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Waldo

Congrats on a great choice. What are the build specs?

I am deeply in lust with that bike and hope to bring one home myself soon. A prinout of the XCL web page is on our refrig as a subtle reminder to my wife of what I want for my birthday.

Be sure to post some pics here when you get her home.

Sorry for the late response, The build specs are pretty much going to be the same as an Enduro kit on the Yeti 575 with a Talas fork and RP23 shock. The Chumba will cost me more (hopefully can get the price down a tad), but what had me sold as well was the great customer care that Chumba shows. Jason also gave me a positive ground on the bike to feel more confident in it and the future purchase. Plus they are pretty much local. I will be making a trip to Chumba on the upcoming Friday I think, to see what the place looks like.

But if price cannot fit my budge well enough, I may have to leave with a Yeti. Although either way I can't go wrong, Just wanted the Chumba mo

08-17-2007, 04:11 PM	#44 (permalink)
Waldo Lebowski Urban Achiever	I'm def no expert on these bikes, but it's the internet so I'll just pretend. Considering the size of the rider and intended use, IMHO, it'd come down to the 575 or the XCL. Both can be built to suit a variety of needs and can handle a wide range of conditions and riding styles. And both are available from solid local dealers and are companies with a reputation for standing behind their products. The new Reign seems much more DH/FR oriented, and doesn't seem like a bike I'd want to pedal uphill for extended durations. The Specialized is nice, but I'm shying away more from them as they're going to proprietary components (forks, shocks, stems, etc) on more and more models. I agree with those above who way it's a bit foolish to rush the decision based on a fairly arbitrary time frame. Take your time, demo bikes, invest wisely, and budget for the extras you'll need (inlcuding a bike rack) __________________ Just because the bike can do it doesn't mean the rider can! "My ass is sore after a long ride." - MtnKitty " If you feel like you're going fast, you are!" -CalEpic

08-17-2007, 06:51 PM	#48 (permalink)
Mudman call me Angry.	I was at Adrenaline today for quite some time and concluded on the Chumba XCL. Seems a little beefier and the overall ride felt a lot better than the 575. Thanks for all the help everybody! __________________ Pissing the world off- One person at a time.... Chuck Norris sleeps with a pillow under his gun.

08-17-2007, 06:51 PM	#49 (permalink)
J_Sims P. W. R.	So when is she comin home............... __________________ Your actions speak so loud I can't hear a word your saying Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

08-17-2007, 12:59 PM	#42 (permalink)
jeffj Sally O'Malley	I would also check out the new Trance X1 at $2,300 with 5" travel: http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US/...in/1288/29373/

08-18-2007, 01:33 PM	#55 (permalink)
Lor Senior Member	Curtis, aka "M80kickflip" has had a 575 for 2 years and I don't think he's had any problems. He's ridden it down some pretty brutal stuff and it keeps going. It makes sick trails look easy when he's on the bike.

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