Archive for August, 2009

For Sale: 2 Medium Hecklers: €1700 euros each

Published by Guy on August 24, 2009 in General. 0 Comments
Here’s some photos and specs for the final two bikes we have for sale. They’re pretty much identical so both are going for €1,700 euros each.

They have been part of our hire bike fleet this summer, and have been out for about 20 days each. They have been coated in frame tape and inner tubes all summer long, so have barely a scratch. There’s certainly no damage of note on either bikes. We serviced the forks this weekend and found nothing but clean fork oil in there.

Specs as follows:

Medium Heckler Frames - Black Anodised - a very tough finish - these bikes will look like new apart from the odd bit of cable rub.
150mm travel supplied by a 2009 Fox Float RP23 shock.
RockShox Pike 454 Dual Air U-Turn (110-140mm travel)
One has a Syncross post, the other has a WTB post.
Truvativ Hussefelt stem
Funn Fatboy 710mm bars
SRAM X7 shifters
SRAM X9 rear mech
Shimano SLX front mech
Truvativ BB + Chainset (2 rings plus bashguard)
Avid Juicy 5 brakes
WTB 20mm bolt through front hub / Shimano XT rear hub - Mavic 321 Rims
Syncross Headset
SRAM Cassette
They will have new Maxxis tyres put on before sale. 

Pedals not included.

If you’re interested, please get in touch: email me - guy@flowmtb.com or give us a call +44(0)20 8123 5654

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Ragley Blue Pig update

Published by Guy on August 24, 2009 in General. 0 Comments
Now I've had the Blue Pig for a month now, I though it would be a good time to post an update..

Impressions are very good to say the least. The bike has been able to handle most things I can throw at it. It's been on epic two day rides in to the back of beyond. It's been on quick blasts around here (Morzine) when I've not had the time to ride all day. It's most at home on the Techy stuff - switchbacks are a personal favourite.

It has the ability to inspire confidence and know that the front will roll over stuff if you let it - not get stuck behind an obstacle and throw you off - that'd be the slack head angle then..

Climbing wise - I've not had to do too much of that yet - what with uplifts all around - but the climbs that I have done it's been me rather than the bike that's faltered. It goes up a lot more confidently than most hard tails I've ridden. The front end does wander a bit on the real steep stuff - But then I do have some 160mm forks on there - right on the limit for this frame.

And most importantly - it's never felt out of it's depth around here.

Current spec in order of importance is:
Fox 36 Van R
Dual Ply Minions
Short stem
Big wide bar
Some round(ish) wheels
Some brakes that stop
Some gears that go

I'd like to get a hammershmidttdddddttt on there - but it needs some ISCG mounts and some more money in my bank account before that happens! Failing that a blackspire stinger to keep the chain in check.

Last ride was very local - you can see the photos here: http://www.ridemorzine.org/2009/08/the-best-trails-in-the-valley/

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Nomad frame for sale - 1600 euros.

Published by Guy on August 21, 2009 in General. 0 Comments
Just testing the water… I’m thinking of selling the Nomad frame… 
Anyone want one? 1600 euros for a 3 month old frame worth nearly 2,000 GBP…

It’s a size Medium.

Shock is currently being serviced as well (DHX 5.0 Coil)

All the other bits in the photo are NOT for sale.. just the frame and shock. Stickers are there to protect the frame rather than hide anything!

Anyone interested? Please email or call me - guy@flowmtb.com +33(0)684875681

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For Sale: another Med Santa Cruz Bullit. €1825

Published by Guy on August 21, 2009 in General. 0 Comments
This is the second of our lovely 2009 - only 12 weeks old - Santa Cruz Bullits

Full Specs:

Frame: Medium White Santa Cruz Bullit - 180mm rear travel
Fork: RockShox Domain 318 180mm Coil with Motion Control damping (external Compression and Rebound adjusters)
Shock: Fox DHX 3.0 Coil (450lbs spring) - rebound, preload and boost valve.
Wheels: Hope Pro2 Hubs with Syncross FR 32 rims
Tyres: New Maxxis Minions will be added
Brakes: Avid Juicy 5
Shifters: SRAM X7 (right), X5 (left)
Front Mech: Shimano XT
Rear Mech SRAM X9
Chainset: Truvativ 2×9 + Bash Guard plus Blackspire Stinger Chain device
Syncross Seatpost
Truvativ Stem (1.5)
Syncross Bulk 710mm bars (white)
Pedals NOT INCLUDED!

Bike has been used as a hire bike for us and has been out for approximately 25 days.

It has been looked after by our mechanic and encased in protective tape and inner tubes since it was bought in June.

It comes complete with a shock pump and a 1 year frame defect warrantee from Jungle (UK Santa Cruz Importers)

Postage to the UK will be around 90 euros more.

The bike will be available from September 1st.

Price €1825 euros (approx £1580) - as new this bike would cost just under £2,600

If you are interested, please mail me - guy@flowmtb.com or give me a call: +33(0)684875681

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For Sale: Medium Santa Cruz Bullit. €1850 euros

Published by Guy on August 21, 2009 in General. 0 Comments
This lovely 2009 - only 12 weeks old - Santa Cruz Bullit is for sale.

Full Specs:

Frame: Medium White Santa Cruz Bullit - 180mm rear travel
Fork: RockShox Domain 318 180mm Coil with Motion Control damping (external Compression and Rebound adjusters)
Shock: Fox DHX 3.0 Coil (450lbs spring) - rebound, preload and boost valve.
Wheels: Hope Pro2 Hubs with Syncross FR 32 rims
Tyres: New Maxxis Minions will be added
Brakes: Avid Juicy 5
Shifters: SRAM X9
Front Mech: Shimano XT
Rear Mech SRAM X9
Chainset: Truvativ 2×9 + Bash Guard plus Blackspire Stinger Chain device
WTB Seatpost
Truvativ Stem (1.5)
Syncross Bulk 710mm bars
Pedals NOT INCLUDED!

Bike has been used as a hire bike for us and has been out for approximately 25 days.

It has been looked after by our mechanic and encased in protective tape and inner tubes since it was bought in June.

It comes complete with a shock pump and a 1 year frame defect warrantee from Jungle (UK Santa Cruz Importers)

Postage to the UK will be around 90 euros more.

The bike will be available from September 1st.

Price €1850 euros (approx £1600) - as new this bike would cost £2,600

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For Sale: Large Anodised Santa Cruz Bullit €1950

Published by Guy on August 21, 2009 in General. 0 Comments
This 2009 - only 12 weeks old - Santa Cruz Bullit is for sale.

Full Specs:

Frame: Large Anodised Black Santa Cruz Bullit - 180mm rear travel
Fork: RockShox Domain 318 180mm Coil with Motion Control damping (external Compression and Rebound adjusters)
Shock: Fox DHX 3.0 Coil (450lbs spring) - rebound, preload and boost valve.
Wheels: Hope Pro2 Hubs with Syncross FR 32 rims
Tyres: New Maxxis Minions will be added
Brakes: Avid Juicy 5
Shifters: SRAM X9
Front Mech: Shimano XT
Rear Mech SRAM X9
Chainset: Truvativ 2×9 + Bash Guard plus Blackspire Stinger Chain device
WTB Seatpost
Truvativ Stem (1.5)
Syncross Bulk 710mm bars
Pedals NOT INCLUDED!

Bike has been used as a hire bike for us and has been out for approximately 25 days.

It has been looked after by our mechanic and encased in protective tape and inner tubes since it was bought in June.

It comes complete with a shock pump and a 1 year frame defect warrantee from Jungle (UK Santa Cruz Importers)

Postage to the UK will be around 90 euros more.

The bike will be available from September 1st.

Price €1950 euros (approx £1675) - as new this bike would cost £2,700

If you’d like to find out more or buy the bike, email me on guy@flowmtb.com or call +33(0)684875681

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+33(0)6848 75681
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For Sale: Large Santa Cruz Heckler. €1500

Published by Guy on August 21, 2009 in General. 2 Comments
Here’s a Large Santa Cruz Heckler for sale.

Full Specs:

Frame: 2008 Large Black Anodised Heckler Frame (150mm travel)
Fork: 2009 RockShox Pike 454 Dual Air U-Turn (140mm)
Shock: 2008 Fox RP23
Wheels: Hope Pro2 Hubs with Mavic 321 Rims
Tyres: New Maxxis Minions will be added
Brakes: Avid Juicy 5
Shifters: SRAM X7
Front Mech: Shimano XT
Rear Mech SRAM X9
Chainset: Truvativ 2×9 + Bash Guard
Truvativ Seatpost
Thompson Stem (70mm)
Syncross Bulk 710mm bars (White)
Pedals NOT INCLUDED!

The Frame was my own bike last summer, but this summer has been used as a hire bike. The Frame and shock were both Purchased in June 2008. The rest of the kit (everything else!) is all new stuff put on the bike this June (2009). The frame pivot bearings have been replaced along with the shock bushings. It has been out on hire for just 15 days this summer.

The frame is in excellent condition - no dents or scrapes - the Anodised finish really lasts well.

It has been looked after by our mechanic and encased in protective tape and inner tubes since it was re-built in June.

It comes complete with a shock pump and a 1 year frame defect warrantee from Jungle (UK Santa Cruz Importers)

Postage to the UK will be around 90 euros more.

The bike will be available from September 1st.

Price €1500 euros (approx £1350) - as new this bike would cost around £2,700

If you’d like to buy this bike, please email me at guy@flowmtb.com or call +33(0)684875681

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dirtgirls rest day, sort of

Published by Sara on August 19, 2009 in General. 0 Comments

Rest day today saw a mix of activites. XC riding in Les Gets; DH riding in Chatel; short bike ride to swimming and lunching at Lac Montriond; and Market shopping, then lunch and swimming at the lake.

All recovered from the Morzine mtb activities we regrouped for a very civilized glass of wine and tapas followed by a long leisurely meal in the garden at Combe a Zorre. Some went onto Crepu for a beer, some back for bed to psych up for jump and DH skills tomorrow!

dirtgirls day 3

Published by Sara on August 19, 2009 in General. 0 Comments

It was a big day out for everyone, heading into Switzerland to Morgins, Champoussin and and Les Crosets. While one group did a longer XC route through Chatel and back to Morzine over the Col du Cou, another group did a bit less pedaling and got to try the Crosets DH track too.

Once again we finished the ride with drinks in Chez Rogers, followed by salmon and creme brulée back at the chalet.

Megavalanche video

Published by Sara on August 19, 2009 in General. 0 Comments

Video of the 2009 Alpe d’Huez Megavalanche shot by Grant Walliser, one of the flowmtb guests: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLbLNHl9Pco&feature=channel

And another of the route they rode back to the chalet each day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPk6b4vlW70&feature=channel

All shot with VIO POV headcams.