TonyReynolds
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EDIT: This thread is primarily about my third build using roughly the same eBike componentry, a MAC 8T kit from Cell_man with a lifepo4 battery. The reason for the thread was to document my desire to move away from an aluminum framed bike to steel, thinking that it would be good fodder for noobs (Like me...) ENJOY!
I want to move away from my aluminum frame/fork bike and on to steel. I also want a 29er frame to be able to get more suspension from bigger tires. I've looked ad nauseum for FS steel frames and come up with little, and nothing in my modest price range. I've pretty much ruled out FS anyway, as I had a Novara FS bike a few years ago and didn't like the peddle-bob.
I've found this, Marin Muirwoods:
It's go a 4130 frame, cromoloy fork with a nice rake and comfortable geometry. Steel is more forgiving and less stiff than aluminum, so that with some Big Apples should get me more cushioned ride. I'm not asking for total float, just a less jarring ride than my current build provides.
I can simply swap my Brooks saddle, Wellgo/SPD pedals along with all the electrics and be in business lickity-split. Oh yeah, and unlike a lot of the bikes these days, the frame triangle will take my battery.
Any thoughts? $699 is a good price.
I want to move away from my aluminum frame/fork bike and on to steel. I also want a 29er frame to be able to get more suspension from bigger tires. I've looked ad nauseum for FS steel frames and come up with little, and nothing in my modest price range. I've pretty much ruled out FS anyway, as I had a Novara FS bike a few years ago and didn't like the peddle-bob.
I've found this, Marin Muirwoods:
It's go a 4130 frame, cromoloy fork with a nice rake and comfortable geometry. Steel is more forgiving and less stiff than aluminum, so that with some Big Apples should get me more cushioned ride. I'm not asking for total float, just a less jarring ride than my current build provides.
I can simply swap my Brooks saddle, Wellgo/SPD pedals along with all the electrics and be in business lickity-split. Oh yeah, and unlike a lot of the bikes these days, the frame triangle will take my battery.
Any thoughts? $699 is a good price.