Sound good - just got out the MBR tests the MC20 was about 25.75lbs so should be a rocket - they recommended using a layback seat pin so I would put the saddle as far back as possible to start and see what you think - i will let you have the tests next time I see you
Still not quite ready yet, though it is now complete enough that I was able to have a play on it this evening for the 1st time. Still awaiting SRAM rear mech - hopefully arriving by Tue next week (I've stuck on an old LX mech for now), and I've cocked-up the cable routing of the shock & fork remote adjusters.
Am also waiting for new QR skewers as my Shimano ones with offset cams don't fit properly, new pedals, and may well need new, longer bars (for all the additional bloody bar-mounted controls) and longer, lower-rise stem.
Haven't weighed it yet, but it's a lot lighter than my hardtail!
Just got some SRAM X9 stuff myself (s/h) good but not significantly better than the SRAM/XT setup that went before (now on Sam's bike). Cable routing is much better though.
Are you getting spds or flatties. Must say I'm reverting to SPDs, certainly for longer rides.
In my experience, stem length is quite hard (and expensive) to get right. Currently using 70mm on mine but that's a compromise between XC and hucking.
Sorted out the cable routing tonight. Managed to cram all the controls onto the bars (just). Fixed a problem with the travel lockout on the forks. Adjusted shock & fork pressures & sag. Adjusted front mech. Fitted blingy new wheel QR skewers.
Have just bought new Shimano DX M647 pedals which still need to be fitted, and am STILL waiting for the X.9 rear mech to arrive from Evans Cycles. They allegedly posted the thing on Thur last week.
On first test, stem length feels about right ( I think mine's also about 70mm). I can easily loft the front end, whilst still being able to endo easily, too. Need to see how it feels on a proper climb though.
Will be sure to take photos before it gets used in anger!!
Your'e very welcome to borrow the red peril whilst waiting for your rear mech pro photo shoot etc as I'm going Trekking for a couple of weeks
I've fixed the front brake now !
Paul McCormack wrote:Your'e very welcome to borrow the red peril whilst waiting for your rear mech pro photo shoot etc as I'm going Trekking for a couple of weeks
No, no. I mean permanently. I don't intend the new bike to get dirty at all