Greetings again from CT and meet my new Bike!
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Greetings again from CT and meet my new Bike!
par MMcG » Lun Déc 04, 2006 2:31 pm
Hello again Everyone,
It has been ages since I posted here, but I thought I'd write to say hello again and to show my new to me Zion 853 Single Speed 96er that I built up recently.
A few things first. I've been through a few bikes since my last post, a couple of them of the 29" wheeled variety. But finances are tight, so off those went. This replaces them and I built it up really inexpensively thanks to the kindness of a local rider who gave me the frame and other local and internet folks who sold me parts for real cheap or in some cases in exchange for some beer!
Also, I just started a new job - I'm stoked about it and it will help me out both career-wise and financially (maybe even a new full suspension bike come spring!). I'm now working for a Children's Hospital doing foundation relations fundraising and I'm really excited about the new opportunity and the potential that exists in this position.
Well that's enough rambling from me, on to a few photos of my bike. It is a mishmash of parts, but it rides really nice and that's what matters the most right?
Happy Holidays everyone!
Best,
Mark
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion002-2.jpg[/img]
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion001-2.jpg[/img]
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion004.jpg[/img]
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion005.jpg[/img]
It has been ages since I posted here, but I thought I'd write to say hello again and to show my new to me Zion 853 Single Speed 96er that I built up recently.
A few things first. I've been through a few bikes since my last post, a couple of them of the 29" wheeled variety. But finances are tight, so off those went. This replaces them and I built it up really inexpensively thanks to the kindness of a local rider who gave me the frame and other local and internet folks who sold me parts for real cheap or in some cases in exchange for some beer!
Also, I just started a new job - I'm stoked about it and it will help me out both career-wise and financially (maybe even a new full suspension bike come spring!). I'm now working for a Children's Hospital doing foundation relations fundraising and I'm really excited about the new opportunity and the potential that exists in this position.
Well that's enough rambling from me, on to a few photos of my bike. It is a mishmash of parts, but it rides really nice and that's what matters the most right?
Happy Holidays everyone!
Best,
Mark
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion002-2.jpg[/img]
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion001-2.jpg[/img]
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion004.jpg[/img]
[IMG:800:600]http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n60/MMcG25/Zion005.jpg[/img]
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par Deyv » Lun Déc 04, 2006 2:48 pm
Hi Mark,
Glad to see that things are going your way.
Really not bad for a cheap 29er SS! I like it.
We will probably ride 29erSS together next year at Monkeyfest! I am suppose to receive a Kona Unit 29 early next year.
Thanks for posting, come and see us more often!
Glad to see that things are going your way.
Really not bad for a cheap 29er SS! I like it.
We will probably ride 29erSS together next year at Monkeyfest! I am suppose to receive a Kona Unit 29 early next year.
Thanks for posting, come and see us more often!
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par Bryston » Lun Déc 04, 2006 2:49 pm
It sure looks strange with that big wheel on the front, but it's nice. I like it! 
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par MMcG » Lun Déc 04, 2006 2:53 pm
Good to hear from you too Deyv.
The Zion has a 26" rear SS wheel courtesy of splat on the back and a 29er wheel up front. I'm gonna give this thing a go as my single speed for the time being. Although you know me, I've always got mye eyes and ears open for other options (like a true 29er SS).
At the same time, I'd like to add a 5 or 6 inch trail bike into the mix again if I can afford it.
Cheers,
Mark
The Zion has a 26" rear SS wheel courtesy of splat on the back and a 29er wheel up front. I'm gonna give this thing a go as my single speed for the time being. Although you know me, I've always got mye eyes and ears open for other options (like a true 29er SS).
At the same time, I'd like to add a 5 or 6 inch trail bike into the mix again if I can afford it.
Cheers,
Mark
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