Ive seen the loaded stem and the xlite ti is pure sex but im using a thomson that i already had. Going to be using an angleset headset but getting some blue loaded crank bolts.
Ellsworth Evolution frame
cane creek angleset headset, -1.5*
Fox 34mm talas 140mm
truvativ noir cranks with blue loaded crankbolts
xt cassette
x9 type 2 derailleur
easton monkeylite bars
loaded seatpost
wtb pure v seat
hope pro 2 evo hubs with stans flow rims and hope rotors
elixir cr brakes
x9 shifters
thomson stem
I could've stayed 9 spd and reused all my x0 stuff but i wanted ten speed and either xtr plus or type 2 stuff. Buying the fork in a few days. Should be somewhat light but more importantly stronger.
Just rode!!! Its awesome so far. A lil squirly when doing a jump but its a bit more efficient going uphill. Ive never been an uphill fan though. Dunno if im sold on 29er just yet. The bike is solid though, great feel to it and a definite head turner.
To avoid that squirely feeling try a shorter stem. I'm running a 75mm and mine tracks really well. These frames have long top tubes and are designed for shorter stems to keep your weight in the right place.
Not an angleset but I have some offset bushings, well only the top, fitting both results in the rear tire (Ardent 2.25) hitting the seat tube. I wish the HA was closer to 70* on the Evolution! Can't say I can feel much of a difference.
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