Lets have a look what you have, that you don't see around.
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i allways watch threads like this for another look at that rigid mather that someone used to post.such a nice bike that was.
My MSC Zion - Just built it up. Had only ever heard of them once, and never seen them on the trail.
I'd love to see anyone elses!
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my ventana xl 29r is a pretty rare thing.
chucky has got one like it, but it has been through a spin cycle......
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Ton, any closer-up pics, can't really see it properly in that one.
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Rare - well, i've only ever seen one other
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2006 Fisher Ziggurat
looks smart, and pretty robust! - how heavy is it?
- almost looks like the lovechild of a 2008 Stumpy FSR, and 2010 Enduro!
I guess my new BMC will be fairly rare when i finally get it built. My BREW bmx is a reasonably obscure brand too i suppose.
Don't imagine they're any better than bigger companies bikes, but it's kind of nice having something a little bit different.
probably about 32ish lbs.
for some stupid idiotic reason, i was advertising it for sale.
i got 5 emails from people i know/have ridden with telling me i was mad and that it is the only bike i have that looks like a normal bike when i ride it.
so thanks people, i am now gonna xt or xtr (gulp) it up.
Got a Viper 29er.
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Rare as I've never seen another one built up or posted on the web, strange really as the frame only costs £125 and is actually rather good 😯
rare?
brand new retro shonky?
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that, is a Carrera Chrono Tange frame
not so boutique
One of I believe only 3 Canfield Jedi in the uk. There might be a few more now, but with no uk importer and a retail price of 2800 euros frame only I doubt they will increase in popularity much!
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Solid Flair - Only one in Howies blue I think!
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and there isn't too many full sus frames that can be run single speed!
So Ton thats your one bike for 12 months then 😕
lol, the people have spoken!
- go with xtr and keep the economy going single handedly!
si, no, it is being resprayed, rebuilt and put away till november next year.
by then i will hopefuly be slimmer, fitter and be able to ride it like it should be.
my bike for a year is 2 weeks into use
a 21'' on one 29r fitted with rigid forks and 1x9 gearing.
1.95 kenda klaws for the mud at the mo.
I've never got the single speed thing! - is it not far to much like hard work! (although if your only going down then I guess it makes sense)
2800euros for the frame!!!!! - although it is called a Jedi (almost worth it for the name alone!) 😀
Ton
Thats the biggest sense I've heard you speak in ages 😆
(about not selling the Ventana)
How you getting on with the 1x9 gearing Ton, thinking about it for my new Swift 😕
not a great photo I'm afraid, but here is my Sinister Ridge:
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it's a one-off frame with custom geometry: Frank lengthened the top tube slightly and changed the head angle to suit a 120mm fork. The result is nothing short of amazing. climbs impeccably (though sadly limited by my Gut), then inspires infinite confidence when pointed downwards. loves to leave the ground. really deserves a stiffer fork (though that Marathon XC is delightfully plush).
continuing on the rare/boutique front, I also have a Sinister Gruitr which I only built up a couple of months ago and have scarcely ridden yet... and a beautiful old-school steel GT ('98 Bravado) with mainly original kit, though no photos of either to hand.
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Custom frame so pretty niche in the photo. Now running it fixed to be nicher that you!
And bent seat post swapped for a straight i-beam
andy, cheers...
si, good as gold so far. 32 x 12-34 cassette.
i can walk as fast as i ride in the granny on a triple, so do not miss it yet.
I'm still amazed by the number of different brands out there!!!
Other than money for R&D, wonder if there is any "quality" difference between niche/very small/boutique. I know they can be more accommodating (like for Furry_MArmots case)/make changes quicker, etc.
stew - I can't speak for other manufacturers, but the welding quality at Sinister is on another level.
Raleigh titanium - with funny handlebars for WCA
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Edit - never seen another one - never heard of one in blue. Certainly uniquie with the mary bars, 2x9 gears and pikes!
I've got a Santa Cruz Jackal BMX, one of only 75 made with 20" wheels.
Can't say I'd actually know the difference (visually) between a good/average weld, other than neatness, which I reckon is probably a sign of care and pride! Which I don't suppose is always the case for a lot of manufacturers!
If a frame broke at the weld, I'd think a) I should of bought a heavier duty frame for this type of riding, b) it's a bad weld or c) it's time for a diet! (answer probably c + a or b!)
Out of interest does anyone know how/if there is a way to tell if welds are high quality, or is it just an experience thing.
Jeremy, What are those bars like for control? Sure I saw/read an article about a bike with similar ones, and the writer reckoned after a bit they were pretty good!
Stew - they are good for comfort - its the main reason I have them. cornering control at the moderate speeds I manage is fine - perhaps better even. Control in the air is poor - your elbows tend to get locked into your sides rather than stick out and its hard to control the attitude
I actually have conventional bars on it now with the marys on my commuter
had a sinister splinter awesome bike, redneck engineering at it's best, just too mental for my xc jeyness.
how rare are we talking? Does me foes fxr, built by mr brent himself qualify?
I cant say i've ever seen another one and dont know many shops selling them . . . Mine has the shock body from a Mono on it if that help make it unusual?! 🙂
rofl @ "redneck engineering" - I'm not sure the guys who run Sinister would be entirely comfortable with that description! I hope you didn't sell the Splinter (MX or ER?), they were incredible bikes - I'd have bought one in a flash rather than the Gruitr if they were still in production...
Is a Ti Pompino rare enough?
Never seen another of these: -
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Chromag Sakura
I've got one of these, not seen another one about.
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Nice bike gingerflash looks good in orange.
Not seen you out in the Peak but look forward to the day when i run into you on my brown Chromag Sakura. Currently running a magic ratio in singlespeed form. Lovely bit of kit.
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Only 32 of these made as far as i know
Just sold my Factory custom specced Nicolai Argon CC singlespeed. I don't think there is another in the UK.
My Litespeed Niota Ti. Only ever seen the alu version, bright yellow 'twas...
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My custom finished Cove G spot
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Cant find the pics of my Salsa Dos Niner, not seen too many of those about either!
Forget the Spesh decals - this is my roadbike, a Romester. Apparently a Spanish company - I've never heard of it!
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My 5 year old Nicolai Nucleon
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