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Offline insectbones

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Where do i start?
« on: December 04, 2013, 07:23 AM »
Right guys, being old school i don't have a clue about new school.....

But a new school build is on the cards for next year, i think i've narrowed my choice of frames down.

So, Mankind New World, Proper TTL or Bonedeth Colt 45 seem to have pretty good reviews, anyone riding these?

Cheers  :daumenhoch:

Offline pickle

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Re: Where do i start?
« Reply #1 on: December 04, 2013, 07:33 AM »
if you think Old school is expensive then wait till you price up a custom new school  :shocked:

Not as exciting but i'd either go for a good second hand or have a word with Stodgy at the RAD shop for a nice complete and upgrade as you go.

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« Reply #2 on: December 04, 2013, 07:40 AM »
Lee, what Rob said mate :LolLolLolLol:

My Retrogeese both cost over a grand to build :shocked:

I suggest you enjoy riding your '88 Sport for a while first as it rides so well :daumenhoch:
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« Reply #3 on: December 04, 2013, 07:53 AM »
Yep, well aware its gonna hurt the bank...but i hear what you're saying  :daumenhoch:

Yeah Spen, taking the Haro to where i used to ride as a kid in Andover when it gets here.

Cool place, huge bowls and lairy jumps  :daumenhoch:

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Re: Where do i start?
« Reply #4 on: December 04, 2013, 08:53 AM »
defo go for second hand ,to start with a least , its like learning to ride again going from os to ns, big investment if you don't get on with ns, go for a few years old too anything from about 2009 onwards is going to be more or less similar spec to new ones re frame angles/tube type etc , clearance section in the tinterweb shops are always a good place to start , can scoop some real bargains,  you can always repaint stuff  ;) ;)   

as an example only,  this one has cost me not much more than one of those big momma/big daddy pos , little bit of fiddling involved, rides nice , light weight,  good science :daumenhoch:

not wishing to assume cash is an issue of course :daumenhoch:  we've all seen the £2000 ornament sat under the pie muncher  :LolLolLolLol: 

grips and pedals swapped out now but that's all,

http://www.radbmx.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,168712.0.html

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Re: Where do i start?
« Reply #5 on: December 04, 2013, 10:14 AM »
Whatever you do - first things first is go to an LBS and have a test ride on some of their bikes. There's no point in getting a frame that's either too short/you don't like the stand-over height/the headtubes too whippy for you. You'll have a nightmare if the frame's not to your liking as it'll put you off riding it. If the frame fits, it's so much easier to learn on. Also if you're a taller gent consider getting a 22".

Have a go on a few, then you'll know what TT length/standover etc you like. Then go find the fecker second hand to be honest. You can pick up £400 frames secondhand over on BMX Forums/PinkBike for waay less than half their OG cost, and hubs/wheels/bars etc. Only thing you need to buy new are tyres, tubes, grips.


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« Reply #6 on: December 04, 2013, 10:42 AM »
Good advice lads cheers  :daumenhoch:

I'm a bit taller than Spen Dan, so 20" will be fine

LBS next week then

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« Reply #7 on: December 04, 2013, 11:34 AM »
Lee, your Sport is a 20" tt. You'd be surprised and probably need a 20.75" with a bit taller than Spen-end (cue jokes from Ed and the rest of the suspects) - 14" max. Ed has a Supercross with a 13.25" rear and it's a world of difference when you want to 180º or 360º it.

Get to a rad event and ride everyone else's bikes to see what feels most comfortable then buy a second hand one and learn how to ride all over again :daumenhoch:
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« Reply #8 on: December 04, 2013, 03:12 PM »
i'll do it  :daumenhoch:

short - arse  :LolLolLolLol:     

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« Reply #9 on: December 04, 2013, 03:59 PM »
Booooom there it is - cheers Jim :LolLolLolLol:

lee, the bike you want is here :smitten:

http://www.radbmx.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,169121.new.html#new

Chrome LTF lushness :smitten:

just bad timing :'(
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Re: Where do i start?
« Reply #10 on: December 04, 2013, 07:50 PM »
Get along to notts on saturday and have a ride on loads there  :daumenhoch:

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« Reply #11 on: December 04, 2013, 08:25 PM »
Yeah Lee, where's your commitment :yahoo_silent:

South coast to Nottz is an easy run you big girl :LolLolLolLol:
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Re: Where do i start?
« Reply #12 on: December 05, 2013, 06:40 PM »
Well...popped down the local skate park today, and managed to persuade one of the yoofs for a go on his bike....had to give him the keys to my van and everything  ;D

Federal ( i think ) twilight, not bad, just need to try others to compare it to.

That S&M does look nice Spen...timing  >:(

Notts is a bit far....

I'll get me dress

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Re: Where do i start?
« Reply #13 on: December 20, 2013, 10:27 AM »
I ride a proper ttl, and is prob the best feeling bike I've had to date, but has a Spanish bb I don't like how they flex so I will be getting somthing custom in the next year or so! Defo get a ns tho the old schools are pants to ride on ramps!!
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« Reply #14 on: December 30, 2013, 07:04 PM »
Had a little fook around on a bike that i really felt comfortable on...

2012 The Make, Hair of the dog....

So, any good? Can't find any reviews on this frame.....

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« Reply #16 on: December 30, 2013, 08:44 PM »
 :daumenhoch:

It was that colour too, really nice feel to the bike.

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« Reply #17 on: December 30, 2013, 09:03 PM »
couple of the local street monkeys ride em , seem to be holding up to their abuse, apparently the early ones were prone to cracks but suppose they will dropping of 10ft roofs in the winter  :LolLolLolLol:

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« Reply #18 on: December 30, 2013, 09:10 PM »
apparently the early ones were prone to cracks

This is exactly what i want to avoid, and i couldn't find any rider reviews of the frame  ::)

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« Reply #19 on: December 30, 2013, 09:21 PM »
just a quote  that , from some of the local street riders, i can't speak from experience,   didn't ask what the models were, but i wouldn't take it as bad thing , the current gear looks quality  :daumenhoch:

 i've seen some of the frames when these kids are finished with em and you wonder how they're still in one piece
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« Reply #20 on: December 30, 2013, 09:27 PM »
Think i'll probably go with one, just felt right for me, see how it holds up  :daumenhoch:

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