I'm looking to buy a Heckler and i'd like to see some pictures of them to decide on the colour and spec...
I've just upgraded the old Heckler in the last 6 months.
2004 Frame.
New bits:
Rockshox Sektor solo air 150mm (replaces 2005 Pike coil)
Fox RP23 rear shock (replaces Fox DHX5 coil)
RaceFace Deus double crankset (replaces RaceFace Diabolus cranks)
XTR rear deraileur (replaces worn out XT)
XTR front 15mm hub (replaces 20mm XTR hub)
Rockshox reverb seatpost (replaces Thomson - still used for XC races)
Specialized Phenom expert saddle (repalces fizik Gobi - always gave me a sore bum!)
Easton Haven stem 70mm (replaces Thomson 90mm & RaceFace Diabolus 50mm)
Easton Haven aluminium bar (replaces Easton Scandium DH)
ESI foam grips (replaces ODI lock-ons)
Converted wheels to tubless.
Crank Brothers Eggbeater 3 pedals (replace old Crank Bros Candys)
Total weight 28lbs (used to weigh about 34lbs)
Was considering getting a whole new bike but couldn't afford a carbon frame and this one stills ride so nicely.
http://trails.mtbr.com/cat/united-s...all-other-areas/trail/PRD_165155_4518crx.aspxwickedracin said:Where was this picture taken?
storf said:It's pretty well finished, just waiting on a new seat and a Roco. This is my first FS ride, and I couldn't be happier with it. Just waiting for the snow to start melting up here in Ontario so I can really test it out.
To be honest I only have one street ride and one good trail ride on it so far, I am still experimenting with the setup and will admit my riding style is probably pretty tame compared to most people. I started with the Santa Cruz recommended settings for a 200lb rider and have only played with the rebound and propedal so far (felt better staying close to SC settings). First impression: It feels firm (in a good way) and rides high in its travel. It smoothed out the trail fine, and was using its travel, even though I did not really feel it moving (my previous bikes FSR suspension felt more active). This is not necessarily a negative, just getting use to the single pivot. I still need to experiment more with the settings and pressures, but I am confident I can get it setup fine. Sorry I can't give a better review at this time.psOption3 said:nice heckler. how does that Fox rear shock feel on the rides?