Bottle Rocket Drivetrain Replacement
I've been trying to get the Transition Bottle Rocket ready for the shuttle downhill season. The BR was hurting after my trip to Whistler, BC. Broken pedal, loose headset, squishy brakes and a destroyed drivetrain.
Old drivetrain pictured above : Shimano XT Derailleur, FSA Gravity Gap Cranks, E-13 Bashguard and a Modified Commencal Chainguide.
The new drivetrain consists of: e13 lg-1 chainguide, shimano xt-shadow rear derailleur, Holzfeller OCT cranks, Shimano Dura Ace chain and an e13 guide ring. The new setup feels smoother and lighter. First time out this season was at Vietnam biketrails in mass. Biking again on trails felt good, but also realized how out of shape I am. Also, smacked the rear derailleur on a rock and now it's out of alignment. Gotta fix that, so I can test out the new knee/shins.
The Scott Voltage is still wating for an axle bolt at the local bike shop. Miss that bike, gotta get her out of the shop.
Riding Pictures soon to follow (if it ever stops raining).
August 7th, 2009 - 04:30
Hi, I discovered your site a week or two ago and have read all the posts and comments steadily. I thought would post my firstpost. Not really sure what to write but anyway. Interesting site. Will come back in a while to hear what else youve got to tell me.