Sultan build up w/mystery owner

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  1. Schecky

    Schecky SoCalMTBubbs

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    I think I know.
     
    Schecky, Dec 7, 2007
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  2. PacMan

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    Wow--sweet rig!!

    Is it just me, or are there a lot of 29ers popping up around here lately?

    A while ago it was SS's, now 29ers.
     
    PacMan, Dec 7, 2007
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  3. el_d00der1n0

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    It's koolaid. And soon you'll be drinking it.

    Hopefully in a couple of months I'll be drinking koolaid too.
     
    el_d00der1n0, Dec 7, 2007
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  4. PacMan

    PacMan New Member

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    I already drank it--that's why my build is done except for cranks, cassette install and running der. cable.:bang:
     
    PacMan, Dec 7, 2007
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  5. el_d00der1n0

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    Then what the h e double hockey sticks are you doing on here???? Get back to work!
     
    el_d00der1n0, Dec 7, 2007
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  6. PacMan

    PacMan New Member

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    I wish I could, but the rest of my tools (crank tools and cassette tool) are at my dad's house, so I am forced to stop for the night. It should be finished tomorrow afternoon.:bang:
     
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  7. TURNERob

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    What did you get?

     
    TURNERob, Dec 7, 2007
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  8. el_d00der1n0

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  9. PacMan

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    Just keeping it simple. I got a Zion 737 29er HT frame for $60 back in September at the Jenson parking lot sale. I figured if I ever wanted to try a 29er, that would be a decent start for the price.

    So I finally got around to getting a fork (Reba SL dual air) and a cheap set of wheels from my work. I am thieving the other parts from my 26er HT that has a really nice build, but I never ride it, so the parts won't be missed.

    If I decide I like riding a 29er, I'll upgrade the frame and wheels eventually. I'm thinking Sultan or maybe a RIP or JET Niner frame.

    I am certainly envious of that Sultan you are building. That thing is SICK!!
     
    PacMan, Dec 7, 2007
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  10. alank

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    Cool bike, we are actually considering a 29er fs based on a mcstrut design - versus a walking beam seat stay pivot design.
     
    alank, Dec 7, 2007
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  11. TURNERob

    TURNERob Get your own avatar idea

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    Hopefully the owner won't mind if I take the Sultan for a quick spin, I'm sure curious to know how it feels in the dirt 8-[
     
    TURNERob, Dec 7, 2007
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    wow! nice! fantastic part selection already
     
    FoShizzle, Dec 8, 2007
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  13. guero

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    nice tire combo, i ran that on purple haze and loved it. build is looking good eh.
     
    guero, Dec 8, 2007
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  14. TURNERob

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    Well I got all the parts needed for the rest of the build Monday night but I have been sick and didn't touch it till today. All done, weighs 28.3 lbs and it is a sweet lookin ride! Here are a few pics I snapped tonight in the garage, I'll get some better ones tomorrow.
     

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    TURNERob, Dec 13, 2007
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  15. CalEpic

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    So when is this "mystery" person going to reveal themselves?

    Nice bike btw
     
    CalEpic, Dec 13, 2007
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  16. TURNERob

    TURNERob Get your own avatar idea

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    Hmmmm, maybe Saturday night :-k
     
    TURNERob, Dec 13, 2007
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  17. dstepper

    dstepper (R.I.P.) Over the hill

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    Grip shifters could be a clue? What kind of pedals are those/ :steppie:
     
    dstepper, Dec 13, 2007
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  18. guero

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    i have my theories too, but the brake choice is throwing me off...

    dean, look again, those arent egg beater pedals you wascally wabbit!
     
    guero, Dec 13, 2007
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  19. dstepper

    dstepper (R.I.P.) Over the hill

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    Nice looking build Rob, I like that you got the cables cut short. To me a bike does not look finished with long brake and shifters lines.

    Dean
     
    dstepper, Dec 13, 2007
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  20. TURNERob

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    Thanks Steppie, yeah excess brake/shifter cable bothers me. Got lucky with the brakes, the lines were perfect length for once!
     
    TURNERob, Dec 13, 2007
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