We set out with help from some awesome brands to build the dream downhill bike. Stay tuned for part 2 where we finish the bike and get to ride it for the first time.
Full Build as follows: Frame:
Commencal Furious size M
Fork: Marzocchi Bomber 58
Shock: Marzocchi Bomber CR
Headset: Chris King
Cranks: Shimano Saint
BB: Race Face Pressfit
Derailleur: Shimano Saint
Chain: Shimano XT
Cassete: Shimano Ultegra
Seat/Post: SDG
Tires: Maxxis Assegai
Wheels: Spank 350/359 tuned
Bar: Spank Vibrocore
Stem: Spank Spike
Brakes: Hope Tech V4
Grips: Sensus Lite
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