whats a good 29'er to convert?
for single track and mountain riding, hell yeah!
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Wait, what?
Convert a random 29er to singlespeed ... or convert something else into a 29er? I don't know if we're talking ENO hubs or tire clearance. |
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I would spend a bit more and get a Redline Monocog. Or a bit more and get a Ti IF...
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Soma Juice. The drops allow single speed or geared use.
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I have no idea what the OP is talking about. If you're gonna buy a 9er, just get one that's already single speed. It makes absolutely no sense. It's like saying "what kind of new car should swap a manual transmission into?"
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yeah, i guess I was not clear. What i mean is, what is a good MTB frame i can pick up for cheeps that will take 29" tires to make a fixie MTB.
that motobecane is NICE, i was lusting over it just yesterday, just bolt a tomi cog on that baby and im good to go! |
The motobecane comes with a fixed cog on a flip/flop hub. No need to bolt anything.
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just get a gt peace9r or a motobecane outcast both very inexpensive and alot of fun
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Originally Posted by Retem
(Post 5915864)
just get a gt peace9r or a motobecane outcast both very inexpensive and alot of fun
How's your Motobecane working out, Retem? |
ok thanks, ill start saving my pennies ;)
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I really like the Redline Monocog. Im sure the other 29ers around that price range are just as good. I dont think the motobecane comes with as good stock components, though I could be off on that.
Edit: I made a thread about this a few months ago and got some GREAT suggestions and info. here is link - Which 29er Single Speed? |
my Monocog fixed townie:
http://a53.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/...5a9246bbe4.jpg
15" MC 29er frame, Halo Freedom disc rims, Schwalbe 2.35" Big Apples, Surly fixed free rear hub, 17t Surly Cog, Odyssey 33t chainwheel, Profile Racing cranks, Brooks B17, and profile riser bar. I'll mount my Cetma rack when I can get a hold of a skewer that will clear the lawyer tabs. The seat's been raised since this pic was taken last may. i fear no pothole. |
so i already have a SS mtb (redline monocog, older version with bmx rear-spacing), and i'm interested in trying out a 9er. Am i better off just getting a new SS 29er or converting my existing 26" monocog (with new parts, that way, the cost comparisons are for only new product)? It seems like the conversion would be a cheaper though not a long-term attempt at riding a 29er (a bad choice if you're already committed but not so bad if unsure).
Does this sound right? Anybody been in a similar situation? |
Originally Posted by MadeInKIM
(Post 5917250)
so i already have a SS mtb (redline monocog, older version with bmx rear-spacing), and i'm interested in trying out a 9er. Am i better off just getting a new SS 29er or converting my existing 26" monocog (with new parts, that way, the cost comparisons are for only new product)? It seems like the conversion would be a cheaper though not a long-term attempt at riding a 29er (a bad choice if you're already committed but not so bad if unsure).
Does this sound right? Anybody been in a similar situation? |
Originally Posted by asherlighn
(Post 5917380)
Im pretty sure it would be rather hard (impossible?) to convert from 26" to 29" on the same frame. The chain/seat stays/fork would be too short and the placement of brakes wrong.
It will be very tight, and your bottom bracket will be too high. If you are thinking of doing a custom 29er build in the long run then there is no harm in getting some wheels first and giving it a try. At the very least some nice fat 700x37-42 touring tyres will fit for some on tarmac speed thrills. |
Originally Posted by crushkilldstroy
(Post 5915882)
On the serious, just do this.
How's your Motobecane working out, Retem? it is a work bike after all however it is still a great ride and its fun |
Originally Posted by asherlighn
(Post 5916572)
I really like the Redline Monocog. Im sure the other 29ers around that price range are just as good. I dont think the motobecane comes with as good stock components, though I could be off on that.
Edit: I made a thread about this a few months ago and got some GREAT suggestions and info. here is link - Which 29er Single Speed? |
Originally Posted by Retem
(Post 5922487)
stock mc 29ers are tanky and the components stink
Bikesisland.com sells just the frame, which isnt that bad a deal. |
Originally Posted by asherlighn
(Post 5922501)
Yeah, I figured.
Bikesisland.com sells just the frame, which isnt that bad a deal. how do you get motobecane from mc? |
Originally Posted by Retem
(Post 5922574)
I meant rl monocog
how do you get motobecane from mc? The stock parts on the monocog arent too bad, none failed before I replaced them. Still using the stock wheels. |
eh I just don't really like vp the 07' and 08' comes with the bottom of the barrel canecreek hs same as the moto cheapy pedals same as the moto
some cheapy rpm cranks(moto comes with truvativ stylo) vp bars and stem same as moto same brakes too the wheels are probably better better seeing as the moto's rear axle is bad (or atleast mine is) I test rode a monocog and didn't like the handling or the weigh the moto is a 30# al bike the monocog is a 35# steel bike |
Originally Posted by noriel
(Post 5916775)
http://a53.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/...5a9246bbe4.jpg
15" MC 29er frame, Halo Freedom disc rims, Schwalbe 2.35" Big Apples, Surly fixed free rear hub, 17t Surly Cog, Odyssey 33t chainwheel, Profile Racing cranks, Brooks B17, and profile riser bar. I'll mount my Cetma rack when I can get a hold of a skewer that will clear the lawyer tabs. The seat's been raised since this pic was taken last may. i fear no pothole. |
I want that motobecane 29er in white so bad now
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I dunno about you guys but I kind of really really want a Karate Monkey.
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Originally Posted by Quacker
(Post 5927445)
I dunno about you guys but I kind of really really want a Karate Monkey.
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does the karate monkey fit 29'ers?
i really dig it |
ok, just looked at surly's website. KM is a 29'er.
expensive! |
hmm, but howabout the 1X1?
they say "plenty of clearnace, but can it be converted to a 29'er? |
Originally Posted by ChiapasFixed
(Post 5928318)
hmm, but howabout the 1X1?
they say "plenty of clearnace, but can it be converted to a 29'er? check out kona's unit 29'er. it's got paragon slider dropouts and full cable braze-ons. this makes the rear disc brake easier to work with and you can convert it to a geared bike at a later date if you would like. most cheaper ss mtb setups use track ends which are more of a handful to work with if you get a rear flat on the trail. steer clear of anything with an eccentric bottom bracket. |
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