forteh Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Only if I can have a go on the Triton! Naturally It will make you want to have a light bike again though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Haha, I doubt it mate, they're too flexy and weak!Although I really fancy trying a front vee, but I wanted to stick with a disc until trying it out, seeing as I would have to change my forks, front wheel and front brake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forteh Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Haha, I doubt it mate, they're too flexy and weak!The triton is flexy (I prefer springy myself ) but its far from weak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Trials 31 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Absolutely awesome!! But I thought I liked them too, but I had a ride on one and sadly didn't get along with it. They do look awesome though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyota200x Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Like others have said…the best Simtra ever. Bigman & others had nice ones but this is just so clean with very nice parts. I think it is very silly that people think +20 is too low for a BB. I am positive you could put Gilles or Giaco on one of their original St. Blaise (+0 or 10bb) frames & they would place very well. Simtra's were very popular in 2007, it is good to see fresh build on one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenLeacock™ Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 Looks really good mate, i'll get a new bike sorted and we will sort a ride fo'sho mate yer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukasMcNeal Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 So was it caustic soda you done the rims in or did you use pre mix like mr muscle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Yeh I used caustic soda. Next time I need to be careful about leaving it on the rim as I work my way round though, as it dries it forms runs, which start corroding the aluminium.I reckon having another bucket of fresh water and rinsing each section straight after you've done it would give better results.Stil, they came out pretty well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lpbluke Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 Well done mate every bike ive seen of your looks clean as. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam 94 Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 That's rather nice love the front rim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyoli Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 how's that rear tyre working ? Do you often puncture ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 Cheers guys!I've pinched it once, but it seems to be alright, sidewalls are getting scuffed already though and it's wearing a lot faster than I remember Maxxis tyres wearing. I suppose it's just because I'm used to Conti wear rates, I think I'll be getting a 2.2 rubber queen next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lankyri Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 mint mate looks sexy ride it well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukasMcNeal Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 Yeh I used caustic soda. Next time I need to be careful about leaving it on the rim as I work my way round though, as it dries it forms runs, which start corroding the aluminium.I reckon having another bucket of fresh water and rinsing each section straight after you've done it would give better results.Stil, they came out pretty well!Where did you get it from? and did you buy it in granules and mix with water? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 Just a local hardware type store, yeh you just mix a load of crystals with a load of water. 250g in 4 litres of water or something like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Got a new stem today and checked everything was set-up right, so grabbed a few new pics.New stem has made a massive difference, it's harder to lift the front wheel now as it's a fair bit lower, but it's a lot better for taps and sidehops. Still need to experiment with bar angles though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Booth Posted August 25, 2009 Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Looks good Sam, me and Tobias are planning a matlock/buxton ride soon if your interested? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onzatrip Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 looks fooking amazing makes me think about getting one! always had a soft spot for simtras!What pro2 is that? standard or pro2 trials?tris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 (edited) Took a photo of my cuttings before binning them. Pic doesn't show that the mound was actually about 3 inches tall at the highest point.That's from cutting every other side knobble from the tyres, cutting the holes bigger in the front rim and single walling the rear rim.It's a TartyBikes engraved Pro2 Trials rear hub.Tom, will catch you on MSN. Edited August 27, 2009 by Muel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdmackay Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Muel!That is LOVELY!Seriously, soo nice. You must be really pleased with that. Everything just looks so perfect.I bet it rides AMAZING.Well done on that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Yeh I'm pretty chuffed with how it's turned out, it really suits me I feel. Just need to keep riding regularly! I havn't ridden at all for about 5 months, but since i built this I've ridden every day. Good start I hope... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyota200x Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Have you had any problems with that headset? I have it too & it is either too tight or too loose. Frustrating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 No mines been perfect. Sounds like you need your head tube facing to me, I've had that problem before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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