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The K.M.C. Cycling Club is a diverse group of people from across the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) brought together by a common interest in cycling and cycling advocacy. Whether through racing, group rides, community involvement or social events centered on cycling, K.M.C. Cycling's primary purpose is to further the sport of cycling in the KMC, and provide a valuable cycling outlet to its members. We are a not-for-profit organization that values diversity, friendship and, above all, a good ride.
The K.M.C. Cycling Club is a diverse group of people from across the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) brought together by a common interest in cycling and cycling advocacy. Whether through racing, group rides, community involvement or social events centered on cycling, K.M.C. Cycling's primary purpose is to further the sport of cycling in the KMC, and provide a valuable cycling outlet to its members. We are a not-for-profit organization that values diversity, friendship and, above all, a good ride.
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Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
I plan to use this ride mainly as a commuter but at the same time it will be competing with the C'dale for trail time. If my math is correct it will come in two lbs lighter then the C'dale.
Here's my laundry list of parts in the mail:
Kalloy Uno SP-712N Seatpost 31.6/350mm
Kalloy Uno ASA-105 Road Stem 110mm
Kalloy Uno AL-021 Riser Handlebar
Shimano SLX M660 Rapidfire Shifter Pods
Shimano SLX M660 Front Derailleur Top Swing
Shimano SLX M662 Shadow Rear Derailleur SGS Long Cage
Shimano SLX M660 Crankset w/ Bottom Bracket
Shimano Disc Brake Adapters SM-MA-F180P/S
Shimano Disc Brake Adapters SM-MA-R180P/S
WTB Inner Peace C Internal Threadless Headset Black, 1-1/8in
Crank Brothers Smarty Pedal Dark Grey/White
Giant Medium Expandable Wedge Seat Bag Black/Blue
Ordering these today:
Alligator Round Rotor F/B 180mm
Shimano CS-HG61 Cassette 12-36
WTB Pure V Race Saddle
Sette Blade Lock-on Grips
Lizard Skins Chainstay Standard
Been thinking 'bout putting Schwalbe Racing Ralphs 2.25 on because Wheelsports is offering them for a pretty good price...more to come...
Here's my laundry list of parts in the mail:
Kalloy Uno SP-712N Seatpost 31.6/350mm
Kalloy Uno ASA-105 Road Stem 110mm
Kalloy Uno AL-021 Riser Handlebar
Shimano SLX M660 Rapidfire Shifter Pods
Shimano SLX M660 Front Derailleur Top Swing
Shimano SLX M662 Shadow Rear Derailleur SGS Long Cage
Shimano SLX M660 Crankset w/ Bottom Bracket
Shimano Disc Brake Adapters SM-MA-F180P/S
Shimano Disc Brake Adapters SM-MA-R180P/S
WTB Inner Peace C Internal Threadless Headset Black, 1-1/8in
Crank Brothers Smarty Pedal Dark Grey/White
Giant Medium Expandable Wedge Seat Bag Black/Blue
Ordering these today:
Alligator Round Rotor F/B 180mm
Shimano CS-HG61 Cassette 12-36
WTB Pure V Race Saddle
Sette Blade Lock-on Grips
Lizard Skins Chainstay Standard
Been thinking 'bout putting Schwalbe Racing Ralphs 2.25 on because Wheelsports is offering them for a pretty good price...more to come...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Well, it's moving at a snails pace but at least it's moving. I decided to go with a Manitou Minute 100mm fork because the reviews were good and the price was right...I have to say "I like the look". I hope to have the rest of the parts by the end of the week which will pretty much complete the build, minus tires...more to come...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Damn Mark. You making me want to build a bike. Guess I need to sell one to build one.
spookyload- Posts : 1167
Join date : 2010-11-21
Age : 55
Location : Vogelweh, Germany
Re: Access 29er Build
spookyload wrote:Damn Mark. You making me want to build a bike. Guess I need to sell one to build one.
Yah, I really enjoy putting 'em together!!! The hardest part is waiting for the stuff to show up in the mail...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
are those duff beer bottles up on the shelf behind the bike?
gsmolin- Posts : 238
Join date : 2010-11-21
Re: Access 29er Build
Looks like it. When we were in Florence over Christmas that beer was everywhere. Same for Rome.
spookyload- Posts : 1167
Join date : 2010-11-21
Age : 55
Location : Vogelweh, Germany
Re: Access 29er Build
gsmolin wrote:are those duff beer bottles up on the shelf behind the bike?
Sure is and it's pretty good BEER too...you can find it at your local EDeka store...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Bike is looking good.
Road_Rage- Officer
- Posts : 561
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 57
Location : Behind You!!!
Re: Access 29er Build
You know, your build up would go a lot quicker if you did away with all those unneccessary derailers, cogs, shifters and chain rings
Jonesy- Officer
- Posts : 1007
Join date : 2010-11-18
Re: Access 29er Build
Jonesy wrote:You know, your build up would go a lot quicker if you did away with all those unneccessary derailers, cogs, shifters and chain rings
When I grow up I wanna be just like you Jonesy...but until then, I'll be following you shifting gears...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Zenkem wrote:Jonesy wrote:You know, your build up would go a lot quicker if you did away with all those unneccessary derailers, cogs, shifters and chain rings
When I grow up I wanna be just like you Jonesy...but until then, I'll be following you shifting gears...
With the right gearing you can climb anything. Save lots of weight as well! If your a weight weeeeenie
Gmoney- Posts : 155
Join date : 2010-11-21
Re: Access 29er Build
Gmoney wrote:Zenkem wrote:Jonesy wrote:You know, your build up would go a lot quicker if you did away with all those unneccessary derailers, cogs, shifters and chain rings
When I grow up I wanna be just like you Jonesy...but until then, I'll be following you shifting gears...
With the right gearing you can climb anything. Save lots of weight as well! If your a weight weeeeenie
If I was a Weight Weeeeeeenie I wouldn't drink so much BEER...I just need all the help I can get....
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Anyone ever run these tires??? I found a really good deal on them and the reviews are outstanding...
CST Caballero Comp Tire 29x2.25 $16.99 ea.
CST Caballero Comp Tire 29x2.25 $16.99 ea.
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Well, here she is after her maiden voyage and I have to say she feels well planted and track really well. The extra three inches set me back a couple gears on the climbs but I hope to get those back over the next month or so. I only have one ride with her and was pleased with the results but before I say I like the 29er better then the 26" I would need more Trail time which if the weather cooperates will be no problem.
I wanted to post the total price tag of the build but my online banking was down for maint...maybe their figuring it for me...my estimates as of now is just under $1K and a case of BEER...more to come...
I wanted to post the total price tag of the build but my online banking was down for maint...maybe their figuring it for me...my estimates as of now is just under $1K and a case of BEER...more to come...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
And the collection begins!
spookyload- Posts : 1167
Join date : 2010-11-21
Age : 55
Location : Vogelweh, Germany
Re: Access 29er Build
You know that's funny, the other day I looked around the garage and I have 11 bikes, 6 of which belong to the kids. I think it may be time to down size a little...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
You never have to many bikes! I have 13 ten which Are for me two for the wife and one for Saige. I am also looking to build another one maybe.
Sharpbike- Posts : 448
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 62
Location : Stelzenburg Germany
Re: Access 29er Build
Zenkem wrote:... I think it may be time to down size a little...
HEY, no blaspheming on the FORUM!!!
Jonesy- Officer
- Posts : 1007
Join date : 2010-11-18
Re: Access 29er Build
Jonesy wrote:Zenkem wrote:... I think it may be time to down size a little...
HEY, no blaspheming on the FORUM!!!
I know...I know...I'll try not to let it happen again!!!
On another note, I put all the numbers together which I under estimated just a little. Not bad in my book considering I got the components I wanted. This frame can be purchased as a complete bike for $750 to $2000 from the MFG but none of the component packages really had what I was looking for and I would have missed out on the fun of the build...
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Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Zenkem wrote:Jonesy wrote:Zenkem wrote:... I think it may be time to down size a little...
HEY, no blaspheming on the FORUM!!!
I know...I know...I'll try not to let it happen again!!!
On another note, I put all the numbers together which I under estimated just a little. The final price tag of this build is $1149.77 (or 846.68€) to include shipping. Not bad in my book considering I got the components I wanted. This frame can be purchased as a complete bike for $750 to $2000 from the MFG but none of the component packages really had what I was looking for and I would have missed out on the fun of the build...
You can't count the shipping cost. That's the price of doing business. At least that's what I tell myself.
Road_Rage- Officer
- Posts : 561
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 57
Location : Behind You!!!
Re: Access 29er Build
Mark. Just saw Performance put the frame on sale for $99. Performance has the 90 day price protection deal. If you paid more for it, you can call their customer support and get a credit for the difference.
spookyload- Posts : 1167
Join date : 2010-11-21
Age : 55
Location : Vogelweh, Germany
Re: Access 29er Build
spookyload wrote:Mark. Just saw Performance put the frame on sale for $99. Performance has the 90 day price protection deal. If you paid more for it, you can call their customer support and get a credit for the difference.
THX, for looking out for a fellow rider!!! That's the price I got mine for 'cept I found a coupon for 15% off which knocked it...well you do the math...it almost feels like your stealing it...
Zenkem- Posts : 1818
Join date : 2010-11-20
Age : 56
Location : Hermersberg
Re: Access 29er Build
Damn...not sure they looked the profit margin on their deal with you!
spookyload- Posts : 1167
Join date : 2010-11-21
Age : 55
Location : Vogelweh, Germany
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