NEW STUFF AT WAL-MART (Op Bike PICS ADDED)
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I saw a pretty neat 29er today at Wal Mart today. The Deception, $199. The only thing I would do is remove the decals and switch to a solid front fork.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mongoose-Dece ... e/14956326
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mongoose-Dece ... e/14956326
thats funny,great white. today i saw the rigid fork mongoose 29er reduced because the bottle holder bolts were srtipped out at my local walmart. they're really pushing the cranbrook and delmar, too.
Xray, do you remember the name of the bike with the solid forks?
I was attracted to the 29", but was dissapointed that there was no place for an air pump on the bottom of the frame. I guess I would have to go to town with the drill & tap had I purchased one of these.
A 29er would be a great way of getting rid of two bikes, my BMX and 26er. I'm not sure if the quality would be in line with my Free Agent & Gary Fisher though.
I was attracted to the 29", but was dissapointed that there was no place for an air pump on the bottom of the frame. I guess I would have to go to town with the drill & tap had I purchased one of these.
A 29er would be a great way of getting rid of two bikes, my BMX and 26er. I'm not sure if the quality would be in line with my Free Agent & Gary Fisher though.
The white fork ruins it for me. I would probably get the suspension fork, even though it felt a bit soft.
FOUND OBJECTS said:
Are the cheaper forks adjustable? I know the bike with the suspension fork even came in a nice flat green and a flat orange. I don't know about wheels that large though. I'm accustomed to 24"-26"s.
Big wheel theory
pro: fewer rotations per distance traveled=reduced bearing friction
lower angle of attack when climbing obstacles=less shock and loss of inertia
con: slight increase in gyroscopic effect and contact friction=more energy and distance required to initiate turns
Most people I know who ride them say the pros are noticeable and the cons are not. I haven't ridden any 29" more than a few hundred feet, helping fine-tune the gear adjustments. I've put a little more time on 28". I could feel a slight increased resistance to turning, but the stability and smooth rolling is awesome. If I was buying a new bike for transportation, I'd definitely be giving them a good looking over.
pro: fewer rotations per distance traveled=reduced bearing friction
lower angle of attack when climbing obstacles=less shock and loss of inertia
con: slight increase in gyroscopic effect and contact friction=more energy and distance required to initiate turns
Most people I know who ride them say the pros are noticeable and the cons are not. I haven't ridden any 29" more than a few hundred feet, helping fine-tune the gear adjustments. I've put a little more time on 28". I could feel a slight increased resistance to turning, but the stability and smooth rolling is awesome. If I was buying a new bike for transportation, I'd definitely be giving them a good looking over.
Was looking at the OP bike today. SWEET frame...the wal-mart I was at was terrible at assembling bikes though.
The OP i looked at was covered in scratches, Loose handlebars, Loose seat, and the hub was locked up.
I was going to buy one for a project im doing, but the dropouts are not wide enough.
Cachet with twisted bars
Another "Fixed Gear"
Both freewheel and Fixed cog.
The OP i looked at was covered in scratches, Loose handlebars, Loose seat, and the hub was locked up.
I was going to buy one for a project im doing, but the dropouts are not wide enough.
Cachet with twisted bars
Another "Fixed Gear"
Both freewheel and Fixed cog.
Shoot...5" Exactly at the dropouts. I think its a good chance it would...Ill take another look for you!vanilla_gorilla said:
let me know if I can answer any questions for you on the OP, Vanilla. I just got one myself to play with. online, shipped to the store it was
$79 plus tax. As far as running 3 inchers, you and I are thinking alike.
$79 plus tax. As far as running 3 inchers, you and I are thinking alike.
