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...An [url= http://www.ibiscycles.com/mountain/tranny/ ]Ibis Tranny[/url] that is.

Does anyone have one? Can I get it it Guinness Foam

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Posted : 13/01/2009 11:24 pm
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got a nice one i stifED


 
Posted : 13/01/2009 11:28 pm
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THEY DO?! Damn....that's too close for comfort, I may have to move.

What colour was it? No! don't tell me.


 
Posted : 13/01/2009 11:45 pm
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Not sure about the position where the seat stays join the seat tub. And I don't like the bike plates for dropouts.

Otherwise, very nice.


 
Posted : 13/01/2009 11:52 pm
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2.75lbs though! and will fit in the boot of even a Mini


 
Posted : 13/01/2009 11:59 pm
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Don't own one but tempted myself after the joys of the Mojo.

You must have a zillion bikes Daffy?

Hope you are well.


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 12:04 am
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Saw one in a shop in US a while ago
Frames look nicer hanging up than that does up there ^

my imaginary forum sig is:
"...slamming into trannies since 1992"
(followed by a list of all the bikes I've got, in really detailled spec - "barbie bell, 2003 pink pegasus special edition with Ti bolts & upgraded pinger" etc)


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 12:17 am
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Hey Thumbie (Matt?)

Just the four bikes, I'm only allowed four plus the missus bike.

Felt a bit lethargic WRT biking recently, but my Mojo's (not the bike) back and I'm raring to go.

How about you?

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Posted : 14/01/2009 12:31 am
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sorry, just seems to me that hardly anyone will use the "split" feature often enough to make it useful. other than that, it's just a decent hardtail IMO.

frame seemed v well made though, as yo7u might expect

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Posted : 14/01/2009 1:08 am
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Me too. My first thought was I hope they do that in Guiness Foam but I think its orange green or plain carbon. It appeals to me as It's the perfect frame to run with deraileurs, with a hub or singlespeed if you were so inclined.Shame about the dollar exchange rate. As for the split rear end not being used, you'd be using it if you run a hub or singlespeed, even if not actually dismantalling it. And if the exchange rate improves and you happen to be in the States then a frame you can hide in your suitcase could be very useful.


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 2:46 pm
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Surely an ideal candidate for an Alfine/Rohloff-esque belt drive conversion?


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 2:50 pm
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My initial thoughts captain. I'd have to get the Rohloff converted though as mine is V brake version. I also thought about the belt option but looking at the GIF's on the Ibis web site the rear triangle is not split, so I don't think the belt option is viable. A shame really to have missed that opportunity on such a versatile frame. I suppose there could be an alternative rear triangle available in the future that could make the belt option viable. It certainly something that appeals to me as a hub user.


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 9:54 pm
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Daffy my friend....snap....4 myself, then the missus plus the kids ๐Ÿ™‚

It's a 50/50 split with a XC HT & FS, then 2 for the Road.....

Hope all is well mate & glad the biking mojo has returned.

Matt


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 11:47 pm