5 Spot Photo Thread [o]

[kameraguy]

Here's a picture of my '11 5.Spot in Northern California. Really love the 5.Spot as i'm sure everyone here does too.

[LncNuvue]

I thought about getting a Burner or Flux but when a bike rides as good as this one why waste the money.

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[RaptorAddict]

My Spot after new wheels and a fresh drivetrain. Gettin' ready for winter riding...

[chasejj]

My Spot after new wheels and a fresh drivetrain. Gettin' ready for winter riding...

What size is that beauty?

[RaptorAddict]

What size is that beauty?

XL. I also have the seat pretty high for the pedally bits... And the fork is shimmed down to 140mm of travel which makes the frame look bigger IMHO. She's built for abuse so she weighs about 33lbs? I'm 6'3" and 220 so it fits pretty well, though I wish the TT was a bit longer...

[chasejj]

XL. I also have the seat pretty high for the pedally bits... And the fork is shimmed down to 140mm of travel which makes the frame look bigger IMHO. She's built for abuse so she weighs about 33lbs? I'm 6'3" and 220 so it fits pretty well, though I wish the TT was a bit longer...

There are a couple of wishes I have for my XL and longer TT would be one of them as well.

[LGavin]

Well we are havin fun with the spots.

[T1000_Advanced_Model]

Duuuude!

[dlazz]

[jjkitt]

Those are some of the best pics I've seen in this forum. That blue "pops" and the back drops are fantastic!!
About to put the X01 on my spot. How do you like the 1x11 on your?

Happy holidays.
Cheers,

[dlazz]

Those are some of the best pics I've seen in this forum. That blue "pops" and the back drops are fantastic!!
About to put the X01 on my spot. How do you like the 1x11 on your?

Happy holidays.
Cheers,

Thanks, the fall light/colors are nice.

Really like the 1x11, gear range is perfect and its really nice to not have a front derailler.
Been starting to drop chains after 7 months, which is really starting to annoy me.
I think the clutch has been loosing tension or something, i have lubed the internals of the clutch and it has helped some.

[jjkitt]

Been starting to drop chains after 7 months, which is really starting to annoy me.
I think the clutch has been loosing tension or something, i have lubed the internals of the clutch and it has helped some.

I had the same issue with a x-9 type 2. My LBS spoke to SRAM and they sent me a new one under warranty. Might be an option if you have a trusted LBS.

Cheers,

[Cmbishop]

This one took the place of my 2006 TNT

[mikkosan]

Placed 21st out of 74 racers on last weeks Enduro race here in the PH. Still stoked on my Spot!

[4trax]

[mikkosan]

[kerpoise]

Recently plugged in a new RS Pike RCT3 150, and a RS Monarch RC3+

Lovely.

Trying to not convince myself I need a Burner or a Sultan - I bought my missus a 2011 Sultan, and its pretty awesome. Just not as 'fun' as the Spot.

[mikkosan]

This really wants me to have a 2011-13 front triangle. Fork options are getting limited for 1 1/8 tubes.

[fausto59]

My 2013 5 Spot ( 09 dw link crash replacement )


Ciao ( from Italy )
Fausto

[Vespasianus]

Lets keep this thread alive guys!

Fausto, that is a wonderful pic. Here is a recent one from my neck of the woods.

[mikkosan]

[ajax247]

Tropical magic. So cool...

[r_methodair]

My '12 5 Spot in Fruita...with a stealth shock on-loan from Over The Edge that saved my trip! Thanks OTE!

[mikkosan]

Last ride for the year. Happy new year Homers! Here's to more rides this 2014.

[sidelined]

Killer Loop, Bataan, Philippines 30Dec2013
Happy new year!

[IPPE66]

X-mas holidays in Spain.

Happy New Year from Belgium.

[mikkosan]

Killer Loop, Bataan, Philippines 30Dec2013
Happy new year!

Bagac trail? Too bad I missed out on that ride.

[sidelined]

Bagac trail? Too bad I missed out on that ride.

not quite sure what it's called... first time to do the Loop wasn't really organized with the Bataan riders, we just ended up bumping into them at Total and they just invited as to join. We were prepared to go at it based on previous guys' rides.

[Queribus]

My Spot from SW of France:



With last upgrades:

[Vespasianus]

My Spot from SW of France:



With last upgrades:

Nice! Looks warm and sunny as well!

[Queribus]

Yes, it is during summer...But there are wet places too:

[jjkitt]

Update pics of my 5-Spot.
Had today off, went for a ride. A little muddy, but fun.
New components;
RS Pike (3 tokens installed)
Suspension Experts tuned RS Monarch Plus
X01: cassette, derailleur, shifter, chain
Wolf tooth direct mount crank (32t) on my X9 crank with bash guard
Thomson 50mm stem and AM bar

Cheers,

[LGavin]

Stealthy!! Got the shock John!! Thank you so much!

[jjkitt]

Stealthy!! Got the shock John!! Thank you so much!

Glad you got it. Enjoy it!

Cheers,

[mikkosan]

Fookin sweet build!

@Lgavin - you know who to call if you wanna sell that new shock. Haha! See you on Saturday's race!

[trojan08]

John, maybe after a few more rides you could lob out your view of Push Monarch+ vs. SE Monarch+ vs. CCDBA...you know, bump compliance, mid-stroke support and big hit control. Sickening upgrades though...

[jjkitt]

John, maybe after a few more rides you could lob out your view of Push Monarch+ vs. SE Monarch+ vs. CCDBA...you know, bump compliance, mid-stroke support and big hit control. Sickening upgrades though...

Sure,

But you'll have to wait, mother nature is dumping a season killer amount of snow right now. I've only had the SE Monarch for three rides and I've been very impressed. If you are not a tuner geek, concerned about weight, and like the plug-in-play aspect, I would recommend as the logical step to replace the OE shock. Its a completely different shock than the Push version; construction, rapid recovery, oil volume, etc.

I'm getting my CCDBA re-built. Had it for almost 18 months and I've noticed a lack of performance (blowing through travel..etc).

Once I get the CCDBA back and the weather cooperates I'll post my comments.

Cheers,

[mikkosan]

[SylentK]

Winter ride stoke! The conditions seemed to go dry, hero dirt, mud, snow, ice....repeat until done. Good times! Those Maxxis DHR2's work really well in this type of mud/winter riding out here, as well as in the dry. I dig 'em.

[shupack]

My new-to-me 5 spot:

[ajax247]

A shot halfway through the Palm Canyon Epic -- great ride! Plus we met maybe -- what -- 5 other Turner riders on the lower slopes? More Turners than Treks. And 1 GT -- Hans Rey.

[renton]

My rebuilt XL 5 spot...........

[jjkitt]

Looks great and very appropriate for St. Patrick's Day. Love that neon green! I'm guessing Turner did the new powder coat for you?

Cheers

[renton]

Looks great and very appropriate for St. Patrick's Day. Love that neon green! I'm guessing Turner did the new powder coat for you?

Cheers

Cheers !

Hadnt thought about the St Patrick's day link to be honest.

I had it re coated by a company in the uk who have done an excellent job !!

Im thinking about changing the shock if i keep it and notice you had a monarch on yours? Is it any good compared to a rp23?

[jjkitt]

Cheers !

Im thinking about changing the shock if i keep it and notice you had a monarch on yours? Is it any good compared to a rp23?

Yup I have a 2014 Monarch Plus with Low compression and Medium rebound. Some like a L/L tune. It blows the stock RP23 out of the water! The rapid recovery on the shock pairs very nicely with the Pike...especially if you have fast trails with quick succession of med drops that are strewn with roots.

I also have a CCDB which is great too. If you want to keep the weight down and want an install and forget it shock, then get the RS Monarch Plus. If you like to tinker and weight and cash are not a concern go for CCDB. You'll be much happy with both over the RP23.

Cheers,

[SylentK]

Just installed the Wolf Tooth Giant Cog and 30t Drop Stop chainring. It was about a 2 beer job.

New cassette, new chain, new shifter cables. I bought a new der hanger just in case, but did not use it. It shifts pretty darn perfect as it is. We'll see if that changes.

No additional noticeable bob due to small chain ring and its affects on the Dee Dub suspension. But I'll have to test it out on a real climb to see for sure. Probably could easily compensate w/ a couple more clicks of LSC. The bike just pedals awesome anyways. Not really concerned about bob, but thought I should let folks know.

I am planning on getting a light chain guide. Probably the MRP 1x. Word on the street is that those narrow/wide chainring teeth eventually wears down and chains start flying. And maybe a taco bash guard. That chain ring was expensive.

[rangerbait]

I, for one, appreciate the labor quoted in beers
:-)

[spicolli1976]

Just did the same. WolfTooth 30t and GC 42...... Simple, quiet, awesome!!!

[mikkosan]

Sweet! I've been eyeing one to put on my Spot as well! How's the shifting?

[spicolli1976]

I would give the shifting an A- (I very rarely give an A or A+)
The shift from 15 to 19 could be a bit smoother but that's probably on me and simply needing to "dial in" the derailleur

[Bullit_cn]

Just did the same. WolfTooth 30t and GC 42...... Simple, quiet, awesome!!!

Stop it please!
You're making me missed my Spot!

Good looking Spot there Bro

[spicolli1976]

Stop it please!
You're making me missed my Spot!

Good looking Spot there Bro

Thank you sir!!! I added a bashguard to her and now she is perfect!!! I know everybody is jumping on the 27.5 train, but my Spot still puts a huge smile on my face everytime I open my garage. I wouldn't trade her for the world

[spicolli1976]

How about a 5 Spot photo thread? Post up.

Video stills from a past ride on one of SoCal's funnest trails:
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Chiquito is definitely in my Top 3

[Elfbkr50]

Such a rad bike for that area.

[SylentK]

Update on the 1x w/ Wolftooth stuff.

Got in 2 rides. Shifting is excellent. Shifts like I just put on a new cogset, chain and chainring [which I did]. For me, the only spot that takes like a millisecond longer is in that spot where I took out the 17t cog. Otherwise its awesome.

So nice to just grab a fist full of gears on the rear to get down to the gear you need instead of fiddling with a front der and hoping the chain doesn't pop off!

Still have to take it out on something I'd consider rough to test out chain retention. But so far so good!

[dclxvi]

Unclassy spam: Mine is beautiful and for sale. PM if interested!

Specs:
- DW-Link
- Size large (Will fit people from 5'10 to 6'1, Turner's chart is pretty accurate)
- Headset : Nukeproof 44IETS for tapered fork (external bottom cup).
- Shock : Fox Float RL rear shock
- Fork: 2012 Marzocchi 44 RC3 Ti 150mm travel, 15mm axle - simply the best feeling fork in is category. DH prowess in a trail package.
- Brakes: 2012 AVid Elixir X9 with 160mm HS1 rotors - i don't know why so many people complains about Avid brakes, these works wonder. I'll trow an extra set of pads
- Wheelset: SunRinglé Charge Pro with all the hardware for 142mm/135mm rear and 9mm/15mm/20mm front, tubeless ready, tensioned and true, ready to rock.
- Tires: Continental Mountain King II 2.4 / X-King 2.4, all in Blackchili + Protection flavor. I'll trow an extra X-King 2.4.
- Crankset: Sram X9 39/26 170mm
- Rear derailleur: Sram X9 Type-2
- Rear shifter: Sram X9
- Front derailleur: Shimano XT
- Front shifter: Sram X9
- Cassette: SRAM PG1070 11-36t
- Chain: SRAM PC1071
- Saddle: Chromag Trailmaster DT
- Seatpost: Generic stuff
- Stem: Renthal Duo
- Handlebar: Renthal FatBar
- Pedals: Wellgo V8 Copy

Condition:
Frame is in like new condition, black anodized color is hard to beat as it doesn't age and simply look awesome. Almost no scratches, and absolutely no dent. All bushings are tight and smooth and I'll top off the grease in all pivot.
Stock shock hasn't been ridden yet since I used a pushed Monarch + all the time
Headset is mint
Fork has been used lightly since last rebuilt (seal change and fresh oil). Stanchions are less than 10 rides old.
Brakeset is in excellent condition, recent pad and extra set of slightly used pads.
Drivetrain is in excellent condition and front mech have less than a dozen ride.

[fausto59]

Ciao Fausto

[suspman]

Now that's heaven! Good riding in Italy? And where are those pics taken at?

[fausto59]

Yes there are a lot of beautiful trails
The pics are above the lake of Como ,like this

[suspman]

Cool I've been there but not with a bike, next time...

[trygvecowboy]

Greetings from Norway! 2010 Spot

[Velo_1]

2011/13 Spot

[rangerbait]

A little 2012 Spot action between storms and while I await delivery of my Czar frame. I anticipate the Spot getting a bit more garage time once the Czar is built up, but will still be my go-to rad/gnar sled :-)

[rangerbait]

Suspension Experts tuned RS Monarch Plus

Hey dude, let me know if you ever want to part with that Monarch :-)

[nadav2007]

5 spot pic from Carmel mountains in northern Israel

[antipop]

[bliz2z]

Just finished the rebuild of my 11 5.Spot

[expatrider]

Just finished the rebuild of my 11 5.Spot

Nice job - that is a beautiful bike.

[sidelined]

beautiful Spot there, bliz2z!

[mikkosan]

[David R]

Nice! How is that fork on there?

[mikkosan]

Had it lowered from 170 - 160. Love the stiffness and the compression adjustments.

I really wanted to go for a Pike but I'm limited by the 1 1/8 head tube so had to go with the Lyrik.

[David R]

I really wanted to go for a Pike but I'm limited by the 1 1/8 head tube so had to go with the Lyrik.

I know that feeling, seems like yesterday I bought my 'dream bike' 5spot, now the geometry, head tube and even the wheel size is old technology! Still a great bike though.

[mikkosan]

Same here. But every time I ride the Spot, the itch to upgrade just goes away. It really still is a damn good bike.

Now I'm thinking how many banks I need to rob to afford Enve AM wheels. Haha

[shupack]

Where MCA took me today:

[Bullit_cn]

Same here. But every time I ride the Spot, the itch to upgrade just goes away. It really still is a damn good bike.
Haha

I wish I had keep my Spot too,
But selling your old one to Fund a burner kind of lighten the scars of scratchin' the itch...Gogogo Burner, MIkko! ;-)
Hahaha...

[SylentK]

5spot in action...

[GregorFuk]

Back from Turner after a refresh. Love my 5-Spot.

[ajax247]

Very very nice

[mikkosan]

[fausto59]

5 Spot from Italy
Ciao Fausto

[David R]

5spot loving the steep and slippery stuff mid-winter in NZ.

[SylentK]

In action

[jjkitt]

Just rode the Storm Mountain trail south of Rapid City South Dakota with my two buddies (Poncho & Fezzik)

Cheers,




"I like the cut of his jib."

[rhynohead]

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[Elfbkr50]

Tikishla peak in the Chugach front range. 4000 ft ride/push up, and a fast free ride to single track descent. Weather could always be better.

[supman]

Here's mine in France.

[spicolli1976]

Just put my CCDBAir shock on my Spot, and let me tell you, IT IS AMAZING!!!!!

FYI, I tried mounting both ways, and having the piggyback on the bottom is DEFINITELY the way to mount. Having the can on the bottom hits the frame and doesn't allow for full travel. You can see how it looks a bit off in the first pic.

[jjkitt]

Just put my CCDBAir shock on my Spot, and let me tell you, IT IS AMAZING!!!!!

Looks good man! What's the settings on the CCDB?

Cheers,

[spicolli1976]

Looks good man! What's the settings on the CCDB?

Cheers,

Thank you!!! I used the base tune from CC and it feels spot on. I may up the LSC since the CS lever is tough to get to, and I will most likely not use it.
HSC: 1.0
HSR: 1.0
LSC: 8
LSR: 12
15mm sag

*edit* rode today and it is GREAT, and I am using the CS as well. It just has enough room to work

[JimmythaD]

After a few months of buying used and parts on sale. Got my first build up and running. Loving this bike!

[spicolli1976]

Great looking bike!!!!

After a few months of buying used and parts on sale. Got my first build up and running. Loving this bike!

[polarflux]

For god's sake, shorten that stem so it handles properly. Only a suggestion.

[Vespasianus]

For god's sake, shorten that stem so it handles properly. Only a suggestion.

Without knowing the person dimensions, I don't think you can tell if the stem is too long or too short..

[mtnbkrdr98]

"Art School", Laguna Beach, Ca

[spicolli1976]

Update:
I opened the HSC to .5 which resulted in getting full travel and an even better ride

Thank you!!! I used the base tune from CC and it feels spot on. I may up the LSC since the CS lever is tough to get to, and I will most likely not use it.
HSC: 1.0
HSR: 1.0
LSC: 8
LSR: 12
15mm sag

*edit* rode today and it is GREAT, and I am using the CS as well. It just has enough room to work

[David R]

Bring on summer....

[sidelined]

Using this....


To get to this....

[mikkosan]

Using this....


To get to this....

Sweet! Balagbag/Helipad trails?

Here's mine from this weekend:

[sidelined]

Sweet! Balagbag/Helipad trails?

Yup!