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Nicolai G15 GPI (Mr. Beefy) 10

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Takaya94
11/13/2024 4:40am
Ion G15 GPI FB
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Intend
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Hope Technology
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Maxxis
Manitou
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Parts

Frame
Nicolai
Ion G15 GPI
Frame: Nicolai Ion G15 GPI
Rear Shock
EXT
Storia V3 Lok
Rear Shock: EXT Storia V3 Lok
Fork
Intend
Ebonite Bandit
160mm
Fork: Intend Ebonite Bandit. Misc: 160mm
Headset
Other
Reset Racing
Headset: Other Reset Racing
Handlebar
Other
Acros
780mm wide
Handlebar: Other Acros. Misc: 780mm wide
Stem
Hope
Stem: Hope
Grips
Ergon
Grips: Ergon
Brakes
SRAM
Maven Ultimate LTD
220/200mm rotors
Brakes: SRAM Maven Ultimate LTD. Misc: 220/200mm rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM
Maven Ultimate
Brake Levers: SRAM Maven Ultimate
Shifters
Other
Pinion DS2
Shifters: Other Pinion DS2
Chainguide
Other
Chainguide: Other
Cranks
North Shore Billet
Talon
Cranks: North Shore Billet Talon
Chainrings / Sprocket
Other
Gates CDX
Chainrings / Sprocket: Other Gates CDX
Cassette / Rear Cog
Other
Gates CDX
Cassette / Rear Cog: Other Gates CDX
Pedals
Chromag
Dagga
Pedals: Chromag Dagga
Front Rim
Hope
Fortus 30
Front Rim: Hope Fortus 30
Rear Rim
Hope
Fortus 30
Rear Rim: Hope Fortus 30
Hubs
Hope
Hope Pro 4
Hubs: Hope Hope Pro 4
Spokes
Sapim
Spokes: Sapim
Front Tire
Maxxis
Assegai
Front Tire: Maxxis Assegai
Rear Tire
Maxxis
Aggressor
Rear Tire: Maxxis Aggressor
Saddle
Specialized
Phenom Expert
Saddle: Specialized Phenom Expert
Seatpost
Manitou
Jack
Seatpost: Manitou Jack
Seatpost Clamp
Other
Seatpost Clamp: Other
General Info

General Info

Model Year
2021
Model Year:
2021
Riding Type
Trail / All-Mountain
Riding Type:
Trail / All-Mountain
Weight
42 lb 3 oz (19,136 g)
Weight: 42 lb 3 oz (19,136 g)
Additional Info

Bought it used from TPC and swapped the fork, shock, brakes, seat, seatpost, and cranks. Your first thought is most likely "DAMN that's a heavy trail bike" and you are right, but I could use the workout.. and it rides well so eh, Im good with it. That said, I could easily drop about 6-7 pounds off this bad by with wheel/tire swap (it has cush core, DH casing tires, and double wall alu wheels) and putting on the original shock and fork. This is just more fun.. and looks good too.

Additional Info:

Bought it used from TPC and swapped the fork, shock, brakes, seat, seatpost, and cranks. Your first thought is most likely "DAMN that's a heavy trail bike" and you are right, but I could use the workout.. and it rides well so eh, Im good with it. That said, I could easily drop about 6-7 pounds off this bad by with wheel/tire swap (it has cush core, DH casing tires, and double wall alu wheels) and putting on the original shock and fork. This is just more fun.. and looks good too.
Takaya94
11/13/2024 4:40am
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Takaya94
2 weeks ago

As far as use and performance goes I really love and prefer my pinion set up. Shifts are always crisp and concise, and I know exactly what gear Im in with the numbers on the grip shift. My only gripe is that its hard to get support or spare parts anywhere for a gearbox locally. I had the belt on this one break 1 day prior to a trip and couldnt source a spare in time so took a hardtail instead. To be safe on longer adventures you would have to carry an entire belt as a spare, rather than just a link, which would have gotten me back in action right away. There are lot of ways you can compromise a belt to without even knowing so you have to be a little careful with them. Mine snapped with no real warnings and probably had around 200 miles on it only.

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MrDuck
2 weeks ago

Thanks! It definitely worries me not having a spare belt on hand, and I plan on ordering one before I head out racing, or even a bigger trip. 
I've been a bit worried about hitting the belt or gearbox on rocks, as it'd be a much bigger ordeal than a derailleur if it is damaged. That said, I believe the spare parts availability is currently the biggest hurdle aside from being able to try it (that was non-negotiable for me before purchase. Clearly it impressed me ). I'm hoping by putting my money where my "derailleurs are stupid" mouth is, some shops will eventually get on board. Until then, I better look up the belt length I should order!

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Takaya94
2 weeks ago

Yeah honestly I would just say to buy a few extra shifters (I’ve already broken one) as they stick out and are a weak plastic. Unless you get smart shift, which is what I would do now. If you have that, an extra belt or two, an oil change kit, and the pinion socket tool on hand you should be set for most issues. What gearbox frame are you gonna build up??

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MrDuck
2 weeks ago

I got the Zerode G3 at the end of the summer. Very stoked on it! Did get the smart.shift indeed, I don't think I'd have been happy with grip shift but I haven't tried it. 

https://www.vitalmtb.com/community/mrduck/zerode-g3

If your question was about what enduro I'd be thinking I'm not too sure. Yours looks like a decent option. I also like the Taniwha a lot, but I'd need a bit shorter seat tube. Haven't really looked at options for pedal bikes yet since I just bought a dh. But I also just found a crack on my enduro bike so if I can't get a warranty, I may have to look into it.. 

Do you know if the P and C lines use the same mounting pattern? I'm starting to understand they are interchangeable, as well as the new Effigear fitting the same mounts? I feel like I'm just learning about bikes again haha. 

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Takaya94
2 weeks ago

Daaang, now thats a proper DH bike. High pivot and gearbox, what more could you ask for. 

What enduro bike do you have that cracked?? unfortunately they dont make my frame anymore from what I've heard. The Saturn kind of took its place. I got this bike for dirt cheap, otherwise I would have actually gone for a Nicolai Nucleon with the supre drive. That or the Kavenz gearbox bike.

I believe the C and P line share the same mounts, no idea about effigear though. That is one thing I like about this bike though. Even though its heavy the P line has a stronger casing and a better cover over the planetary gears to keep crud out.

 

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