tartan pixie Posted January 26, 2008 Report Share Posted January 26, 2008 I'm looking to spend £700ish on my 1st 26" trials bike (inc forks), I'm an experienced mtb'er who's getting into trials after my orange crush opened up the world of urban assault / steeple chasing to me. The problem is that i'm used to hitting things hard and fast so want a frame that will take suspension forks like the rock shox pike, however i'll keep a pair of rigid forks for days when i have a plausible degree of finesse.Can anyone recommend a frame that costs no more than £300 (£150 would be better) and fits the following requirements:>Prefer to buy new (unless i can see before i buy)>Strength is better than weight>Will take pike's or similar mid travel forks (i'll prob have the travel dialled down to 95mm and hardish springs in them)>Neutral/lively geometry for a 5' 10" rider>Seat so low onza could bring out a combined bottom bracket / saddle unitThanks in advance for tyour help PS If there's a 'noob bike guide for £xxx' on this forum please pm me the link and feel free to call me an idiot for failing to find it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhalson Posted January 26, 2008 Report Share Posted January 26, 2008 hiya ive got a complete trials bike for sale if intrested 350 300 ish wat any pics ask for my msn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirt jumper jake Posted January 26, 2008 Report Share Posted January 26, 2008 (edited) Ive never seen suspensoin forks on a stock before, 1) it saves weight2) just let your tyres down untill there bouncing3) as far as i know theres not many forks with 4bolt mounts about ( correct me if im wrong)4)look through here Edited January 26, 2008 by dirt jumper jake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoze Posted January 26, 2008 Report Share Posted January 26, 2008 Most bikes will take them, it might just screw the geo up with regards to the four bolt mounts, i dont think it'll matter as my guess is you'll be using a disc.Seeing as you're a full member now, post this up in full members chat, you'll get a far better response.Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted January 26, 2008 Report Share Posted January 26, 2008 3) as far as i know theres not many forks with 4bolt mounts about ( correct me if im wrong)Corrected ! Magura make a set. But more importantly, the whole world dosen't revolve around 4 bolt mounts.And to awnser the guy's question, If you are looking for a Trials specific frame i'm sure there is something out there. But if i were you i'd stick to a more streety frame, like a Leeson or a Curtis or a Pashley (if your really cool) Because all of these frames will work reasonably well with Suspension forks and have great Geo. Then once you've got it nailed move onto something trials specific ? Or, just buy a real cheap Stock and wreck it learning the basics. But remember, no buying or selling in NMC ! (Probably your best bet)Hurry up and Validate this guy so we can help him out ?Jarrod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tartan pixie Posted January 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2008 Thx Skoze. Topic moved to trials chat, please feel free to delete.Flat tires, hmm i remember that tactic from the 90's, never felt as good as forks. Lots of trials folk seem to use rigid so i guess i should be open minded but i want the option of sissy sofa comforts for the the bigger drops Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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