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I’m planning on building up a new 29 hardtail to run 130mm RS Pikes. I’ve narrowed it down to either a Sonder Signal Ti or Yeti ARC, both similarish geometry but if there’s any other similar spec frames I’m missing I’d be interested to know..?
I prefer the aesthetics of the Yeti (ie no brace on the seat tube) but not keen on the pressfit bb. The signal has threadfit and as titanium it’s possibly better ride and more fixable if the frame breaks.
Pros and cons on experience of either welcome
I’ve never had an issue with creaking with press fit, just gxp press fit not lasting long - Wheels mfg screw together press fit solved my issues.
I’d be going for the Arc just on looks alone. I’ve been looking at these sorts of bikes recently since I saw a review on the 2021 specialised chisel. Think an xc bike might be more fun than a gravel bike.
My entirely biased suggestion would be a Cotic SolarisMAX.
Out of those two I'd pick the Ti sonder, the Yeti looks lovely but bollox to those press fit BBs.
Also carbon is probably easier to fix than a titanium frame, but it's not something I'd worry about on a new frame.
I've never had an issue with PF on any bike but if it was like for like, I'd go with a BSA just for ease of use.
I like the Yeti and would be tempted if I ever try hard tails again.
Do you plan on keeping it long ?
Ti frame and screwfit BB sounds like a keeper.
Also, do you care about keeping it looking nice? I'd want an invisiframe kit on the Yeti, and even then expect some wear and tear on the frame. Titanium has the advantage of not needing any protection. Get a scratch? Buff it out with a brillo pad.
No issues with the BB on my ARC.
10 year warranty on the sonder frame so hopefully no repairs needed. Lots of threads on here about the signal. There's a good review of the yeti on hardtail party.
Cotic BfeMax or SolarisMax depending on how hardcore hardtail you want to go. The BfeMax is the best bike Ive rode, including my full sus. Bit hefty though