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754 views 9 replies 5 participants last post by  brillantesdv 
#1 ·
I am currently building up a old giant dh comp frame, I am new to the downhill world and wanted advice on a good set up to get me rolling. Fork Headset Brakes Derailleurs Hubs Rims etc. Any advice would help

Thanks
 
#6 ·
heres a general run down. your gonna have to do a search for each part to get a good feel for whats best. there's LOTS of topics on best fork, brakes, wheels, cranks, etc...

fork: 180mm to 203mm travel. generally dual crown. Fox, Marzocchi, RockShox...
brakes: 185mm to 203mm rotors. Avid. hayes, Formula (theres lots of brake topics here)
wheels: stronger the better since ur just learning. Outlaws or Trans Revolutions. leave the weight until u start wanting to race.
tires: 2.2 - 2.5 width. Maxxis Minions, Kenda Nevs, Michelin DH's
cranks: strong. saints are popular.
chainguide: find out what fits. does your frame have ISCG mounts? E.13 Gamut and MRP are the standard
rear shock: what ever fits your frame. you need eye to eye length and stroke.

search is your friend here. your can learn a lot just by searching the forum.
 
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