Mountain Biking - Giant DH Comp size.

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pedrosoares
02-18-04, 10:31 AM
I need opinions.
Is this a good frame for freeriding?
Does it work well with the Marzochi Z150?
I´m 6 feet tall. Is the 16.5" size to small for me?
Thanks!

Maelstrom
02-18-04, 12:02 PM
No it is not a good freeride frame. It isn't bad but it is a dh race bike. The chainstays are longer than a freeride bike and the geometry is different.

I would think a z150 would feel unbalance on that bike. To be honest I can't be sure as I don't know anyone who uses that fork on this bike.

Sizing depends on you. They do fit big so it might work but it wouldn't be too fun on trails. But really this is a personal thing.
bigchina
02-18-04, 11:56 PM
im 6'1" and i ride a 21" so i would think a 16.5 would be too small. very small. but it depends on the length of your legs

Dannihilator
02-19-04, 12:08 AM
Will not make a good Freeride bike at all.
dirtbikedude
02-19-04, 07:25 AM
I have a few friends that use the Comp as a freerider. It works well for them. Is is set up to be more of a racer but it handles the drops.

As for the Z150, seeing as that rig used to come with a 6" travle fork there should not be a problem.

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