Yeah, most people know how a Mach 5 looks like but what makes people interested is the components on your bike and any mods that you might do on your bike . Not necessary to tell, some people will notice something different on your bike and will ask questions. That's how this kind of thread work.
A rider post a picture.
Some rider ask some things about the rider bike photo.
Conversation continues.
Also, it inspires other riders about what kind of component he or she should have
07 Giant Anthem 2 (Int'l Edition) | omartan.co.cc
Im a MOJO Fanboy
mach 4 here...reba u-turn, marta sl 180/160, all dt wheels (240s / 4.2d / supercomp), frankenstein x.9/x.0/dura ace/xt drivetrain (yes, it works!). 25.4lbs as pictured, size medium.
needs brake line/cable housing trim, i know. and i'm not sold on the silver thomson...thought they might set off the frame (which is the real showpiece here) instead of becoming part of it. whatever. it absolutely rips!
I normally don't comment on the looks of a bike, highest performance is my interest and form follows function. I tend to go mono-tone with little flash.
But you've done very well in balancing the colors throughout. The SP, stem, cranks and rear der look well balanced visually. And the red ties in as well.
That bike must just rip up an XC course! Very nice!
Thank you for posting everyone, keep them coming. I really need to get the camera and shoot some pics next time I clean up the bike. NE mud doesn't photograph well.
My 5-month old Mach 5..........Fox Talas RLC, XTR Cranks, X9 Shifters, X9 Rear Derailleur, XT Front Derailleur, XT Cassette, XT Brakes, Thomson Post and Stem, Easton Monkeylite Bars, Ritchey WCS Headset, DT 5.1 (w/ Tubeless kit) laced to Chris Kings, WTB Wolverine Fr Tire, and Schwalbe Racing Ralph Rear Tire. It's pretty much my do-it-all bike.......taken me up some long climbs and has taken me down some pretty hairy descents. All I can say is that I'm super happy with my decision!
Hmm, is it me or the small bridge at the top tube and seat tube size varies according to frame size and its length is different for both Mach 4 and Mach 5?
Its good to see this thread is picking up some pace
07 Giant Anthem 2 (Int'l Edition) | omartan.co.cc
Im a MOJO Fanboy
except it's a 5+" bike, no? looks like a mach 5 to me...
Hmm, maybe I see wrong, but the Mach 4 weight isn't that light, its more leaning towards the heavy side. if Mach 5 is around 12-13kg, then that is acceptable (good).
07 Giant Anthem 2 (Int'l Edition) | omartan.co.cc
Im a MOJO Fanboy
post #7 was not in reference to the mach 5 immediately preceding it? that was my reading. anway, as i've said, my 4 is 11.5kg...not a featherweight, but not a porker either.
post #7 was not in reference to the mach 5 immediately preceding it? that was my reading. anway, as i've said, my 4 is 11.5kg...not a featherweight, but not a porker either.
Yea, my mistake. Anyway, 11.5 kg for an XC bike with today standards, that is a little bit more to the heavy side, but like you said, not a featherweight or a porker.
07 Giant Anthem 2 (Int'l Edition) | omartan.co.cc
Im a MOJO Fanboy
I brought my camera on my after-work ride today so here are my closeups. '08 XT build kit with the following changes: WTB Rocket V seat, Joplin seatpost, & Peaty lock-on grips.
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