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Hey folks, this is an update on my rigid singlespeed project.  I started this in beginning of November.  Since then, I’ve received a significant piece for the build.  From SASO, is a rigid Carbon fork.  The fork has carbon fiber legs/stanchions as well as a carbon steerer tube.  The unit weighs in at 1.64 lbs – WOW!  Unfortunately I didn’t weigh it when I first received it… (1.64lbs includes the Race Crown and un-cut steerer tube).

Here are the specs from SASO:

* MKM27CD-CS
* Steerer:Carbon fiber
* 26″MTB
* Carbon fiber tube stanchion
* Forged AL6061 dropout/crown
* Weight:700 gm
* Disc brake mount only
* Drop/head:445 mm

Also added / installed are:

-Race Face crankset with ISIS BB.

-Maxxis Larsen TTs 2.1(f)/1.9(r) on Sun Ringle Singletrack rims laced onto XT hubs.

–SASO carbon quick release skewers.  Check these bad boys out… titanium axles!

Specs from SASO:

QRC-13 Quick Release
Carbon quick release
Titanium axle
R:38 gm, F:31 gm

-SSK-3 (singlespeed kit) from Wheels Mfg

SSK-3 comes with 9mm chain guides, 6 3mm spacers, 3 shims, 1 16T cog and 1 lockring.  I think for the now the 16T maybe too much for me.  I will certainly give it a try but most likely step down for now.

Project Build specs so far:

Frame:                  ZION EBB
Fork:                     SASO Carbon fork
Skewers:               SASO Carbon levers
Single speed cog:    16t Wheels Mfg SSK-3
Wheelset:              Sun Ringle laced to XT hubs
Crankset:               Race Face Deus, silver
BB:                       Race Face ISIS spline
Tires:                    Maxxis Larsen TTs 2.1(f)/1.9(r)
Headset:                Woodman Axis SL COMP
Tubes:                   various brands
Spacers:                Carbon

Current weight: 18.65 lbs.  The build is more than 50% complete.  At this point I’m debating on which bars/stem combo to use.  Also in the picture you’ll see 7” rotor that will come off.  I’m in the hunt for a new brake set with 6” rotors.   

I can’t wait to finish this bike!  Check back in a few weeks…

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From all of us at MtnBikeRiders.com, Happy Thanksgiving!

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This Thanksgiving morning I decided to take my trusty Sette Reken Single Speed and convert it to a 1×3. I’ve had this project in mind for a few months and decided to execute it this morning while the family was still asleep.

First step was to get a cassette and remove all but three cogs. I left on the 17,20 and 23t cogs.

I also mounted a Shimano Deore rear derailleur. I like how it matched the frame…hehe

I used an Ultegra chain…cuz that’s how I roll.

I also grabbed a Shimano Alivio 8speed shifter that I had laying around.

I finished it off with some hot pink Jagwire shifter cables/housing. It goes great with the black!

Here’s the finished product. I plan on using this set up at the next Tour De Tryptophan, also known as 24 hours of Fullerton.

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Pricepoint.com carries this VERY affordable multi tool that comes along with me on all of my rides. This is the Sette Torx ST-270 Fold Up Hex Wrench Multi-Tool.

Currently this tool is for sale at a low price of $4.98! You shake a stick at that price…it would make a great stocking stuffer or part of a secret Santa gift.

What I liked about this tool is that it comes with a torx head that comes in handy if you have to work on rotors.

Here’s the specs:

8 Tools in One Convenient Package

The Sette Torx ST-270 8-in-1 Multi Tool contains the most popular hex wrench size as well as one Philips and one flathead screwdriver in one convenient package. The Torx ST-270 can be carried with you on the trail or thrown in your toolbox. The hex wrenches and screwdriver blades are made of very strong and durable chrome vanadium tool steel. The Torx ST-270 8-in-1 Multi Tool includes 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, and 6mm hex wrenches and two screwdriver blades mounted to a lightweight nylon composite body.

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This is actually the first time Sponsored Racer, Kim Finch had submitted a race report. Kim is well rounded racer that does XC, Super D and even Downhill. It’s really fun to watch her put some hurt on her competition. Read what she has to share about her race experience from the Triple Crown Series.

It’s almost sad to see the end of another season. This Southridge Racing Challenge was even more exciting with the addition of being the third race of the Triple Crown Series combined. I spent a lot of time of the bike in the prior weeks to this race. I find that out of all the races I have entered the Southridge course is the most technical. It may not be the longest race course, but it is the most exciting! The climbs are grueling and I feel like they will never end, but just at that very moment here comes the “Single Track”! I love this single track I find it almost rejuvenating and ready for the next climb! I would like to thank our sponsor Ergon for the awesome grips. They made a world of difference! I love them!

While waiting on the start line with Priscilla I could feel the anxiety growing. We chatted with all the ladies on the line. We could cheer as we saw Eric “Animal” take off from the start. Joe was in the group behind us all of us that just seemed to want to get on the course! All the ladies were fun to talk with about what they expect of the course or were they had trouble. Pricilla’s group moved forward and off she went! GO GIRL! Then finally after what seemed like hours our group was off and running.

The course starts quickly to short climbs and a quick little single track. Then it is “The Road” climb. Joe and I were working each other for help and encouragement. Joe is a great motivator even when he is taping his own limits! We cheered each other on through almost every climb. Priscilla was doing great she had a rider down on a very sandy section but she recovered quickly.

I managed to finish with my best time ever on this course 1:01:48 however, I placed third, but I was thrilled with the finish. This was also great because I finished the Triple Crown for the Colorful JERSEY. Let me tell you it match my bike perfect! After a quick bit and relaxation I headed back up the mountain with Moe for the Super-D race. I was the only woman in my group but there was one Pro Lady & one Sport Lady. Both of them very nice and fun to chat with. The course was fun. It started with three climb right away then down my favorite single track! Was a little chewed up after all the X-C races had been through numerous laps, but it never lets me down on the excitement level. Always testing my bike handling skills! I finished the race & took 1st place! Moe did very well and was glad to see him at the finish line as this was his first race!

Like thank RL for doing such a great job keeping all of us encouraged, fed & hydrated. He is doing and awesome job!

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