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So. I've just ridden a Trek Stache….
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Denis99Free Member
I found that with the shorter stem the bike handled better on the downs.
It was a tad too long for my riding preference at the stock 80mm.
It’s probably just a individual rider preference really, never found a bike that didn’t involve some sort of personal adjustment with stem and saddles.
bonesetterFree Memberlol – yeah, those tubes are way heavy
The bike is super light overall though. Wheelsets are lightweight as well
Bike (21.5) was 27lbs in LBS with tubes and no pedals
StedlocksFree MemberWe need more stache pics though :0)
Still loving mine, and the 19.5 weighs in at 26.5lbs with titec j-bars and m520 pedals…tubeless though.
I put a 100mm 10 degree rise thomson stem on, and the fit is perfect for me at 6′ 34″ inseam…..it really fits well. One thing I will have to get my head round, is the PF92 BB….what’s one of those? I got the spearfish pf30 sorted with an FSA adaptor, but I like the race face cinch gubbins (no chainring bolts to squeak), so will most likely upgrade the bearings when it’s time…what sort am I likely to need?bighFree MemberIm slowly getting mine to what I want it to be, Im going 27.5 as I want to use my almost new 29er pike forks. I’ve just taken delivery of a hope/wtb scraper front wheel and a Purgatory control 3.0 tyre. It will fit the pikes but, not with a mudguard and there’s no way im riding in these conditions without one so that’s going on the back.
Until I get the rear 27.5 sorted I am staying 29er, I did take it out on a very long ride last weekend with a maxxis chronicle on the back and minion on the front. It was brilliant 😀bonesetterFree MemberYes, we need more B+ Stache feedback
Someone with a 5 too 🙂
PeterPoddyFree MemberI really like the S5. It’s the nicest colour by far. The spec is very good too, all Deore and even Shimano brakes (Basic ones but way better than any Avid)
The only real cost cutting part I noticed when building one was the cheap headset bearings. Replace those ASAP and you’re good for a long time.doncorleoniFree MemberHey PP, yeah the basic deores are alright. Was going to swap my xt’s over but will just run them for a bit. Actually find they have much more modulation that the on/off xt’s which kind of suits the bike better (as in slowing down a bit when you need to but not too much).
Don’t really have anything negative to say about it so far….to be super critical I was not too impressed with the stock wheel builds. Dish on front is off by about 3mm and rear about 2 mm. Will sort that when I can be bothered.
StedlocksFree MemberMy only criticism is where the rear brake cable crosses the bottom bracket, it can pick up the shite so it builds up there…..a swift flick of the finger sorts it though :0)
It reminds me of when I started riding mountain bikes, but in about ’87… Fully rigid fun!
I don’t regret my purchase one bit…..
bonesetterFree MemberClink – Member
Anyone ridden a Jones Plus to compare?That’s asking a lot 🙂
Denis99Free MemberI have a Stache 9 and owned a Jones Spaceframe bike for a short period earlier this year.
I couldn’t gel with the Jones and sold it.
However, although it’s not a Jones Plus, I did run it with both a fat front end and a 29+ tyre at the front.
The Jones was a very comfortable riding position and climbed better than you would think. For me the truss rigid fork was the ultimate let down of the bike.I know there is a dedicated following for the Jones, and I’m not trying to rubbish the bike, it just didn’t ultimately suit me or the local terrain at Afan.
Jones Plus would probably be a more comfy bike than the Spaceframe, and a bit lighter I dare say.
I genuinely liked the Jones, but just couldn’t handle the rigid nature of the fork for Afan riding.The Stache 9 is just great, been using this bike more than my Trek Fuel.
skidsareforkidsFree MemberI’ve got a Stache 5 and love love love it! Haven’t had anything with wheels bigger than 26″ before, and am amazed at the grip. Took it out in the snow and ice yesterday and it didn’t miss a beat… Highly recommended!
bonesetterFree MemberWow, coming from 26 to 31 must have been lierally laughing out loud 🙂
bighFree MemberI appear to have just ridden nearly 70k on mine , which nicely dispells the draggy tyre nonesense ( only plus size on rear, maxxis chronicle)
Fair amount of that was on road too which is hardly idealbonesetterFree MemberSo, here it is – Stache (size XL) with B+
Vee Fatty 3.25 front, Nobby Nic 3 rear
Chainstays at 16″
doncorleoniFree MemberWhat didn’t you like about the 29+ out of interest? (or did you just buy the frame set rather than swap out for B+)?
Looking at the pics, clearance is not massively different from stock 3″ 29 chapapapappapapuuccccrassssssasata … Maybe 15/20 mm? Hard to tell from pics.
I can honestly say my 5 is the best bike I have ever owned. I love it. Despite having a decent bouncer, 29 ht and cx it’s the bike I grab all the time now.
I have gone back to the 80mm stem and slammed it over and removed all spacers under…. The front rides high with the rigid forks. I prefer long and low.
One thing that has been niggling me on mine is the fact that I get a slight left lean with no hands…. Frame alignment is spot on as far as I can tell but rear dish is over to the left by about 2mm (would that do it?)
The brace that supports the seat tube is a little wonky on mine. How’s yours look bonesetter?
bonesetterFree MemberI see your enthusiasm, and I really dont know (or rather its too late during christmas) how to reply to your many points
What I will say is for me the B+ is just a better (much more fun) platform. Feels like your on a big BMX on the trail. I’d say try it and see 🙂
skidsareforkidsFree MemberMine’s great for dragging round the rodent too! (Excuse the reflectors).
StedlocksFree MemberIt looks alright as a B+ too! When I get around to it, I might blag a set of scraper wheels and have a go
bonesetterFree MemberJust measure the BB height on the B+ Stache at 11 3/4″ which is 13mm lower than OE 29+
No negatives seen yet, just positives 🙂
DC – No wonky TT/ST brace on mine
Also, I like a rotated weight off the bars on my rigids, ala Jones, Stooge etc style, so when sitting/riding on the flat there’s hardly any weight through your arms. This makes for a very comfortable ride as well being able to lift the front very easily
Ride it off the back wheel BMX stylee 🙂 which I have to say with CS at 16″ is very entertaining
AlexFull MemberI am now the happy owner of Denis99’s old one. He’s a proper gent BTW 🙂 What a superb day for a first ride. Only managed a couple of hours but so far it’s exactly what I want. Not like a small version of my fat bike, more a beefed up version of my non chubby stache. And it’s SO FAST when it gets going.I think I closed my eyes a couple of times!
First ride of the Chubby! by Alex Leigh[/url], on Flickr
First ride of the Chubby! by Alex Leigh[/url], on Flickr
First ride of the Chubby! by Alex Leigh[/url], on Flickr
Denis99Free MemberEnjoy the bike Alex.
Wish I could have kept it, but riding a hardtail doesn’t do me any favours now
AlexFull MemberCertainly will Denis. It’s a lot comfier than my non chubby one. Reckon I’ve got a few years of HT’s left…
glasgowdanFree MemberAnyone put calipers across their tyres? I’m curious what the difference between my 2.4 chunky monkey on a 20mm id rim and a 29+ would actually be (62mm here).
swanny853Full MemberI’m quite glad someone else bought that! I was sorely tempted for quite a while
AlexFull MemberFirst impressions here: http://pickled-hedgehog.com/?p=3630 – disclaimer, it’s not a proper review 😉
swanny853Full MemberThat made me smile, reminded me a lot of how I first felt riding one and has not helped with the need for self control to not buy one 😕
billysuggerFree MemberThink I’m going to order a 7 tomorrow.
Been umming and arring for a couple of weeks after getting a small tax return. Test rode one the other day and couldn’t believe how light it was, even with tubes. I haven’t been able to motivate myself to ride enough in the last 12 months and a few things beyond me being a lazy turd have got in the way. New bike might give me the kick up the chuff I need.
I like purple too
Agency_ScumFree MemberSo far this is the only bike I want to replace my Kilauea with. Strada Cycles of Bristol are excellent but they’re having a hard time sourcing an XL Stache 5 test ride bike for me. No worries, I can wait.
The passion started when Strada lent me the Krampus to test ride…PURE BLISS! This was even with too-high gearing and a crippling 34lb RIGID weight ( ouch ). Having decided I wanted the Krampus the Stache 5 came along with ALL the component upgrades I was planning for the Krampus rebuild as well as a bizarre light weight of 27-ish lb for the rigid. Bit of a no-brainer there. Beggars can’t be choosers for the colour ( Jesus what were they thinking ) but after watching the vids on Youtube I’m more and more convinced it is ” the one. “
Time will tell.AlexFull MemberChubby the Chub by Alex Leigh[/url], on Flickr
Mine has 400km on it now since late Feb. It is my fav hardtail ever. It’s not light with those big 29+ wheels, but seems to accelerate really well, definitely holds its speed and will plow through pretty much anything. And it rips round corners if you’re feeling brave. 90% of my riding on it has been in the FoD and as it’s dried out, I find the bike more and more involving. Those short chainstays – even with the 29+ – are the magic I think.
My (2nd hand one) had the std 9 build. I’ve swapped the bars for 800mm versions and the stem back to a 50mm. The fork feels over damped in the car park but seems to work well (only get 100mm travel tho even with all the air out). Once the drivetrain wears out, I’ll go back to Shimano but that means new cranks as the BB is so wide.
Mate has the 650b+ version. I’m gong to try his wheels out on my frame and a Yari fork I sort of bought as it was cheap. Could run it with the Manitou but fancied a bit more travel with the smaller (but still HUGE wheels).
He reckons I won’t want to go back. I’m not sure, I really do like this bike as it is and ride it more than my FS around here. Fat bike is not getting ridden much because i prefer the Trek.
According to the devil that is Strava, I’m about the same pace in the Forest as on my FS, but the limiting factor there is me. Sold on the + wheels for a HT, not sure I’d want a rigid one tho.
fd3chrisFree MemberI’ve just bought a set of 650b+ wheels for my 7. I was worried they would look silly in the frame but they fit lovely,the bb has dropped bang on 10mm. First proper ride is in cyb next wkd when I’m on my hols.
bonesetterFree MemberMine’s proving to be rather enjoyable too
Stooge Moto bars made a massive difference in lifting a tad more weight off the front
mattjgFree MemberThread resurrection!
I just bought a ’16 7 (the purple one). They’re reduced prior to the ’17s coming in, but the aluminium ’17s are near identical, except 10mm more fork travel and the 7 is a truly gopping green too so I took the plunge. The 9 seems a lot of extra dosh to me. The 9s fork seems to have more bells and whistles, that I could probably never tell the difference of anyway.
With a shorter stem this is a very right looking bike to my eyes, some bikes have that, this one certainly does.
A mate’s had one for a few month and he raves on it. But he’s a strong powerful rider – podium contender – and I mos. def. am not so I looked elsewhere, figuring it took a low of brawn to get those big wheels up to speed.
But a car park spin then a couple of borrows soon showed otherwise – this is a fast bike in anyone’s hands.
It’s a near perfect bike for the riding I love – fast flowy woodland singletrack with plenty of roots thrown in. Leith Hill and Surrey Hills. Go at it.
Absolutely could not get on with the stock saddle, swapped out for a Spoon, and the DB5s can’t match up with my XT M785s yet, maybe they need breaking in.
I can make my legs contact the seat stays if I want, but it disappears when riding. A non-issue for me. No heel strikes despite being duck footed.
What I like most is this is a very physical ride. Mincing is not an option asit will just carry on forwards like on rails. On my 29er boinger on 2.3s, to a degree the trail features will turn it for me. On the Stache I have to pick it up, plant it, and lean over as far as I dare, then it sticks like glue. Put effort in and it comes back. Lots of fun.
Climbs are physical too – because it grips you go at it.
Am still messing with tyre pressures. Will probably end up around 10/12.
It’s a 17.5 in Surrey Hills if anyone wants a go, and Head for the Hills say they’ll have a 19.5 shortly.
I’m 5’8, long legs, short body, the 17.5 with a 50mm stem is a perfect fit. I swapped the bars for a pair from the spares bin that have 25mm rise instead of the stock 15mm.
May SS it in the winter, not sure I’d want the chainstays any shorter though.
Oh and a Connectamajig won’t fit through the routing port on the seattube so I’ll need to find another dropper. I’m also finding on the stock static post the seat is slammed right back on the rails so it will need to have some offset. KS Lev probably.
And the new carbon ones for ’17 are slightly tweaked geometry – slacker, longer TT, lower BB. Ticking all the ‘progressive’ boxes.
But I find the aluminium geo dob on for my use, I’m not sure the tweaks would be beneficial for my use. I don’t want it more stable!
The big takewaway – if you’ve been hanging back thinking you need to be a power rider to get this thing moving, it’s not true. Put that aside and go try.
ChunkyMTBFree MemberGood innit?!
I have the 5 which now has a Carbon Lefty – which has made it even more of a giggle..
You gone tubeless yet? That will obviously shed a lot of rolling weight.
Only problem I have now is the girlfriend keeps nicking it to ride.
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