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General => Tech Forum => Topic started by: Phoslo on April 16, 2003, 04:24:06 pm

Title: new bumpy monkey
Post by: Phoslo on April 16, 2003, 04:24:06 pm

So, waited a year and got the bumpy monkey. Overall I am very pleased. However, the bumpy is a beast in climbing, Why? is it the geometry or the weight? new forks or lighter components? I also don't care for this rear shock, Risse factory is 5 miles from my front door. What do you guys think?

Title: Re: new bumpy monkey
Post by: Matno on April 17, 2003, 04:11:10 am

Kind of hard to determine where your problem lies without knowing what components you have on your bike. Also, it might help to know what you were riding before you got the Monkey.

Title: Re: new bumpy monkey
Post by: Phoslo on April 17, 2003, 02:57:20 pm

This is a 2003 straight out of the box bumpy monkey.

Frame:
K2 EVO 7005 aluminum full-suspension with Noleen NR-2 damper

Fork:
Manitou Black Comp with 80-100mm travel

Components:
9-speed Shimano LX/Deore with Avid mechanical disc brakes

Wheelset:
WTB DualDuty Comp set with Geax Blade 2.25" tires

Color:
Dark Blue Matte to White duo-tone