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The Scott's fork seems to work well so.Īny observations or suggestions? I was surprised that the wheelset wasn't heavier. I'd love to put on a rigid fork, but with twins I can't have one with suspension and the other without. I need to decide if I want to replace the bottom bracket (go to Sinz cranks and ISIS BB) or keep the square taper and get some Redline Microline cranks.

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I will also probably upgrade the crankset. Rear tire, tube, wheel, cassette, reflector - 2280gīased on those weights I will definitely replace the handlebar and seatpost. I'm guessing it's about 2,000)įront tire, tube, wheel w/ reflector - 1720g Suntour M2000 fork - 2000g (2053g with headset internals on the steerer. I put some parts on the digital scale last night. I have a few runs and spots where I didn't prep enough so I'm going to address those and re-prime. Looking forward to these builds and to getting my boys out on more trails. I have already scoured the web looking for weights so I hope that data will help someone else out. I'll list the weights here for future reference. I am also planning to weigh most of the individual components as I disassemble the bikes.

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I will update this thread as I make more progress. So far I have just disassembled the K2 (see attached photos). It's also a lot heavier than the Contessa and I might take some measures to lighten it up a little.

The K2 on the other hand has seen a lot of use and will need more maintenance and repair before it's ready. Other than that I think I will leave it stock for now. My plans for it include repainting the frame and replacing the steel handlebar with a lighter alloy bar. I doubt it has been ridden more than 5-10 times judging by the look of it. Its low standover height will be great for my smaller son. I know the Contessa is technically a girls bike, but I'm planning to repaint it and replace the saddle to make it more neutral or masculine. I purchased a pair of used bikes off of Craigslist. I like projects and value my money more than my time.

They're begging for gears and I think they're ready for the next step. They have done some trail riding, but end up pushing up the bigger hills. Both are small for their age and have been riding 16' singlespeeds for the last three years. I have twin boys that will turn 7 in November.

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