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Is that an XL? How are you finding the reach?
It is an XL. The reach is fine for me, if anything at 6ft 3 I'd prefer a little more but then my other bike is an XL Nicolai g13. It does make the chameleon feel like a really playful bike though which is what I was after. Forks are at 130mm, will probably get a 35mm rose bar rather than the 20mm on there now as the head tube is pretty tiny for a big bike.
Am i right in thinking you couldn't put an angleset in one of these due to the integrated headset?
They do look nice though.
I know it says integrated in the blurb but i'd be surprised if it's not just an internal cup. SC shied away from push fit bbs, i can't see them going integrated.
you're not allowed anyway.
Just had the first ride of mine (29er, 1x10 and 120mm fork) and it's pretty marvelous. All the perks of a 29er but handles like a smaller wheel. Really fun and playful.
Still want one!
Anyone know the lead time on ordering a frame at the moment?
I did like the look of this for a future build but why is that headtube so short??
110mm is tiny for an xl bike that apparently can take up to a 6'6" rider.
Head tube length is not something I'd ever consider looking at tbh.
I did like the look of this for a future build but why is that headtube so short??
Yes,it is a bit short. I assume it was done to allow the bike to cross disciplines more easily ie lower overall stack height for those wanting a more xc bias on 29 inch wheels. That said I've sorted mine with a set of 40mm rise renthals and it's spot on now.
Head tube length is not something I'd ever consider looking at tbh.
+1
Glad head tubes are/have shrunk, makes swapping forks easier. Can be a pain if your bike has long head tubes, my brother had a Saracen back in the day and trying to find steerers long enough was a PITA