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  1. 03-06-2006, 01:29 PM #1
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    Let's build a bike...

    I just pulled the trigger on a new Azonice Steelhead Pro XL. Now I need to build it up.

    I'll be using it mainly for trail riding and freeride type stuff, so some gears are a must.

    Thoughts?

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    Frame: '05 Azonic Steelhead Pro XL
    Fork: '05 Marzocchi Z1 FR
    Head Set: FSA Pig DH Pro
    Stem: Azonic Shorty Stem
    Bar: Azonic World Force Alloy 2" Riser
    Grips: Oury Lock On
    Brakes: Avid Juicy 5 (203 front, 160 rear)
    Shifter(s): SRAM X.9
    Front Derailleur:SRAM X Gen
    Rear Derailleur: SRAM X.9
    Cassette: SRAM Powerglide
    Chain: SRAM
    Cranks & Chainrings: Truvativ Holzfeller Crankset 22/32/e13
    Bottom Bracket: Truvativ Giga Pipe Team DH
    Pedals: Azonic A-Frame
    Rims: Alex DX32
    Front Tire: Maxxis High Roller 2.7
    Rear Tire: Maxxis High Roller 2.5
    Seatpost: FSA 420mm
    Seat Clamp: Salsa
    Seat: Titec El Norte Saddle
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  2. 03-06-2006, 01:33 PM #2
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    Sram X9/X9 Triggers
    E-13
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  3. 03-06-2006, 01:40 PM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by Andy_B
    Sram X9/X9 Triggers
    E-13
    E-13 is pretty much a certainty.

    X9 is possible, unless I can find a set of XT for much cheaper.
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    you should buy my turner.... and use the parts from that.

    I do have a bitching Psylo Dual Air too.
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  5. 03-06-2006, 01:46 PM #5
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    Are you interested in selling any of the parts separately??

    I want a good build on this frame, but it needs to be on a reasonable budget.

    Probably going to go for a Z1 up front.
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  6. 03-06-2006, 01:48 PM #6
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    I need off the frame 1st before any of the parts go.
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  7. 03-06-2006, 01:48 PM #7
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    I figured. Keep me informed.
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  8. 03-06-2006, 01:52 PM #8
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    A pike would work nicely.
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    Bang for buck components, IMHO:
    Juicy 5s
    Pike or Z1
    Hone cranks
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    Quote Originally Posted by Art Vandelay
    A pike would work nicely.
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  11. 03-06-2006, 01:59 PM #11
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    Azonic Outlaw Wheel set cheap and bomber.
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  12. 03-06-2006, 02:04 PM #12
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    I assume the rear hub spacing on an '05 Steelhead is 135mm??
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    yes

    edit: I built a bomber steel head a few years back. Im looking for pics as I type.
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  14. 03-06-2006, 02:14 PM #14
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    Quote Originally Posted by Andy_B
    yes

    edit: I built a bomber steel head a few years back. Im looking for pics as I type.
    Nice.

    I have a set of Alex DX32's in my garage for the time being. They are heavy, but I'm used to riding a nearly 50 ound V10, so it'll still seem light to me.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Vicious
    Nice.

    <snip> 50 pound V10, so it'll still seem light to me.

    Yikes! My DHR tips the scales at 38.5 pounds.
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  16. 03-06-2006, 02:45 PM #16
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    Quote Originally Posted by Andy_B
    Yikes! My DHR tips the scales at 38.5 pounds.
    Well, 50 was an exaggeration...probably more like low 40's now that i've added Deemax's, Risse crowns, and few other mods. Still a pretty heavy rig.
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    Z1s are cheap right now on ebay. Check it.
    Drive slow, homie.
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  18. 03-06-2006, 04:32 PM #18
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    Quote Originally Posted by Z
    Z1s are cheap right now on ebay. Check it.
    Done. Thanx!
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  19. 03-06-2006, 04:36 PM #19
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    FSA xdrive extreme cranks/BB are sweet and pretty cheap

    FSA FR h-bars and stem ^ also

    Pig DH h-set ^ also
    go for rob

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    170 or 175?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Vicious
    170 or 175?
    175. pretty tall BB w/ 26ers, 5" fork, dh tires
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    Bump for updates above.

    Thanks to those who bought my skis to fund this build!
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    road gap pedals (sealed cartridge bearing), they have a lifetime warranty, nice thin profile, and are grippy as hell.
    get rid of the splinned cranks and bb, they break. the new technology is much better, especially on a freeriding hardtail (tough on bbs).
    but more importantly, tires, they make the biggest difference. I am riding nevegals for the shore and usually blue grooves in the interior. I used to swear by michelins, but they are expensive, short lived, and not worth it unless it is pissing rain on you all the time.
    lose the front derailer, run a 34 or a 36 ring, and through some sram on the back
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    I've got tons of tires wattach ya looking for?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Vicious
    X9 is possible, unless I can find a set of XT for much cheaper.
    I would pay triple to have X9 over even XTR. OK, well not quite; but I think you get my drift.
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