Mountain Biking - Anyone ever used one of these? Or heard of, for that matter?

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mzeffex
05-15-09, 09:36 PM
http://www.slingshotbikes.com/bikes/2

Crazy. Discuss. :D

JonathanGennick
05-15-09, 10:28 PM
They are well-regarded bikes. I've never personally ridden one, but I've heard nothing but good things about them. Their design does make you take a second look though.
woody2926
05-15-09, 10:29 PM
That thing looks super sick!!!

It kind of makes sense the way the spring releases during the "dead zone" pedal rotation, but im not a physicist.

Hot Rod Lincoln
05-15-09, 11:42 PM
http://www.slingshotbikes.com/bikes/2

Crazy. Discuss. :D

Been around for years. Looks like it would be flexy, but according to owners they aren't in the slightest. I almost pulled the trigger on a 29er SS but ended up with an IndyFab instead. Being a clyde, I needs me some stiff, steel tubes built just for me:D
Bighec
05-16-09, 12:45 AM
Looks loco. Wonder if it really works?
redtires
05-16-09, 03:34 AM
Oh yeah...Slingshot has been around for many years. IIRC they made road frames years ago with this same design..I seem to remember seeing one on RAAM in '91 or '92.
born2bahick
05-17-09, 03:43 AM
I'd love to build one strictly for training rides on gravel roads. Similar to a softail design.
S.D.XC
05-17-09, 04:44 AM
so what's the advantage?

does it work as a suspension or just to shave off weight?

please enlighten a n00b 'round here.... :D
S.D.XC
05-17-09, 04:47 AM
ok, just read the 'tech' page (love those stuff)

and...

OMIGAWD!!

:thumb: ...dude!!
Svr
05-18-09, 09:56 PM
http://www.slingshotbikes.com/bikes/2

Crazy. Discuss. :D

It's been on the market for nearly 20 years (26" wheeled version), and has a very loyal following.

What is crazy about it or needs to be discussed?