The Dark Knight Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 (edited) Hey guysJust signed up to this forum so thought I'd introduce myself.I'm Dave, I currently ride bmx, used to ride trials, 20" and 26", I'm in the process of getting myself a new 24" trials bike. I'm going for a Curtis T24 frame and fork, i thought 24" would be a comprimise for myself as i enjoy both trials and bmx. I will be sticking some pegs on my new trials bike to match my bmx/trials style, I love sliding down rails but also loved and miss street trials which is why I'm settling on a 24".I'll be looking to meet up with other riders from around my area and outwith. Edited June 12, 2009 by The Dark Knight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskimo Posted June 10, 2009 Report Share Posted June 10, 2009 I ride both bur 24" still doesn't seem the way forward yet for me. I find a short Mod is the best all rounder, but the large rear tyre is the downside. It's the geo that makes the bike 'street' remember, not the wheel size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Knight Posted June 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 I ride both bur 24" still doesn't seem the way forward yet for me. I find a short Mod is the best all rounder, but the large rear tyre is the downside. It's the geo that makes the bike 'street' remember, not the wheel size.Yeah I did think about going for a mod but been there, done that. Also I can't see mod frames coping with grinding. I slightly disagree about your comment about geometry making a bike street, I feel its more down to the person, as different people like different set-ups, what feels awesome to one person might not for another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskimo Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 Yeah I did think about going for a mod but been there, done that. Also I can't see mod frames coping with grinding. I slightly disagree about your comment about geometry making a bike street, I feel its more down to the person, as different people like different set-ups, what feels awesome to one person might not for another.Hence geo and not wheel size. Not saying your wrong or anything, just since Danny Mac is riding 24" everyone thinks you need a 24" to do tricks. Maybe even before, but now it's just ridiculous.Anyhow i wouldn't expect any aluminium frames to accept pegs. It's instant death, remember your be running it on a 10mm Alu axle too. That's if you don't buy the Curtis though. But i'd still think wisely about what hub you plan on running. But best of luck with the build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Knight Posted June 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 Hence geo and not wheel size. Not saying your wrong or anything, just since Danny Mac is riding 24" everyone thinks you need a 24" to do tricks. Maybe even before, but now it's just ridiculous.Anyhow i wouldn't expect any aluminium frames to accept pegs. It's instant death, remember your be running it on a 10mm Alu axle too. That's if you don't buy the Curtis though. But i'd still think wisely about what hub you plan on running. But best of luck with the build.Yeah aluminium frames are pegs are death for sure! Do you remember the 2-hip pork bmx frame? HaI am definately going for a Curtis, just waiting on a answer for a couple of queries I asked them about the frame and fork.Any decent bmx hub will be fine coupled with a good bmx hub guard and your sorted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom@eastcoasttrials Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 Yeah aluminium frames are pegs are death for sure! Do you remember the 2-hip pork bmx frame? HaI am definately going for a Curtis, just waiting on a answer for a couple of queries I asked them about the frame and fork.Any decent bmx hub will be fine coupled with a good bmx hub guard and your sorted.remeber to check rear hub spacing i thing bmx hubs are 116mm And im not 100% sure But Curtis Frame Are 135mm Get a hope pro II Stick hd Axel in it and wack some pegs on POW !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Knight Posted June 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 (edited) remeber to check rear hub spacing i thing bmx hubs are 116mm And im not 100% sure But Curtis Frame Are 135mm Get a hope pro II Stick hd Axel in it and wack some pegs on POW !!Checked all that out already, you get a whole host of options with the curtis:dropouts: vertical or horizontalrear hub spacing: mtb or bmxaxle slot: 10 or 14mmPlus a load more options including top tube length, brake mount choice, brake routing, grind plates, seat post size. So many options, so you really can make the frame exactly how you want it. Edited June 12, 2009 by The Dark Knight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeperson45 Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 Dave Marshall used a peg on his inspired, look at his comment in the video for some info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Knight Posted June 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 Dave Marshall used a peg on his inspired, look at his comment in the video for some infoYeah thats a good video, seen it before. I really don't fancy having pegs on an aluminium frame thought, simply won't last! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatty r Posted June 12, 2009 Report Share Posted June 12, 2009 hey man im moving to aberdeenshire next week so i will be up for shreding around with you i ride a streety style as well so should be goodgive me a shout sometime . and welcome to the froum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Knight Posted June 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 hey man im moving to aberdeenshire next week so i will be up for shreding around with you i ride a streety style as well so should be goodgive me a shout sometime . and welcome to the froumHey dude, nice one. Doesn't look like I'll be getting the curtis though as I recieved an e-mail back saying they only make the T24 with vertical 10mm dropouts, which means I won't be able to run pegs. I'm still wanting to build a 24" up, possibly a 26", may even build a mod, need to have a think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskimo Posted June 15, 2009 Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 (edited) Pedal grinds should keep you on track with your current build?[edit]Never remember the alu frame, wasn't into bmx then. But i'm guessing it never worked out too well? 5lbs though, super light for then so probably wasn't all bad. Edited June 15, 2009 by eskimo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Knight Posted June 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2009 (edited) Pedal grinds should keep you on track with your current build?Not a fan of pedal grinds at all.I may just build a normal trials bike, but also keep my bmx, too many choices hahaWhat does everyone reckon? 20, 24 or 26" for me? Personally I'm swaying towards a 24" as Ive a bmx background and wish to have a proper seat........ Edited July 14, 2009 by The Dark Knight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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