Giant Trance 27.5

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Giant Trance 27.5
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flag bigtexuk
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Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 12:19 Quote
Finally got my CCDB coil fitted after some machine work on the lower eyelet. Bike rides quite differently with the 200x57 shock. Just need to get the shock set up now.
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flag jonhayes
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 12:31 Quote
Are you running a 160mm pike to match?

How do you mean ride different? I'm trying to decide between a 200x51 / 200x57
flag bigtexuk
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Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 12:39 Quote
Yes they are 160mm pike as its a SX Advanced. Had a DB inline before on it that was 200x51 which was ok but I killed it in the Megavalanche. This feels as supple but need to set it up properly as only done one ride. Found myself hitting the pedals a few times but guess I need more preload on the spring.
flag retswen
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 13:02 Quote
Nice bike and welcome to the coil club! I wouldn't mind having one of those CCDB coils that is for sure!

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bigtexuk wrote:
Finally got my CCDB coil fitted after some machine work on the lower eyelet. Bike rides quite differently with the 200x57 shock. Just need to get the shock set up now.
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flag ddfc
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 13:12 Quote
retswen wrote:
Nice bike and welcome to the coil club! I wouldn't mind having one of those CCDB coils that is for sure!

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How's the Magic Mary/Rock Razor combo working out for you?
flag retswen
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 13:26 Quote
It works great around here since it is dry all the time. I was using Specialized Butcher front and Slaughter rear before and wanted to try these out since they could be had cheaper from Germany. They ride very similar but are a little more voluminous. I would say the grip is slightly better on the Schwalbes and the Specialized roll a little faster. If the Schwalbes last a year then I will stick with them.
flag pakz78
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 14:59 Quote
Hi! I have a 2015 Giant Trance 27.5 3 Large. Just wanna ask if i can upgrade to a Fox Suspension 34 Talas O-C Forks - 160mm front and a Fox Suspension Float CTD for the rear.

Any recommendation would be appreciated.

Thanks
flag Robino113
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 17:21 Quote
pakz78 wrote:
Hi! I have a 2015 Giant Trance 27.5 3 Large. Just wanna ask if i can upgrade to a Fox Suspension 34 Talas O-C Forks - 160mm front and a Fox Suspension Float CTD for the rear.

Any recommendation would be appreciated.

Thanks

Yea can do that. Current Giant Trance models use the overdrive system (popular tapered 1.5" - 1.125" headset/steerer) and most modern forks use that as standard (including the Fox 34). As for the shock you may need new bearings but I think you'll be ok.
flag brianl
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 17:45 Quote
Fox Evolution forks and shocks aren't a great upgrade, the damper is crap, look for their FIT/Factory models instead, or another brand.
flag pakz78
Posted: Aug 30, 2015 at 19:39 Quote
Thanks a lot guys.
flag xviggenx
Posted: Aug 31, 2015 at 4:07 Quote
retswen wrote:
Nice bike and welcome to the coil club! I wouldn't mind having one of those CCDB coils that is for sure!
Nice!
Looks like my beefier sibling Smile
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flag retswen
Posted: Aug 31, 2015 at 7:23 Quote
xviggenx wrote:
retswen wrote:
Nice bike and welcome to the coil club! I wouldn't mind having one of those CCDB coils that is for sure!
Nice!
Looks like my beefier sibling Smile
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Great minds think alike!
flag nzerk
Posted: Aug 31, 2015 at 9:52 Quote
I finally got a chance to put some miles on the bike after converting to 160. I feel like the bike climbs better, maybe its just preference but I feel the bike steers/tracks better with the bigger fork up front. Descents are a dream, went off some bigger 4 1/2-5ft drops and the bike took it very well. Cant complain!
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flag Mccooleet
Posted: Aug 31, 2015 at 17:24 Quote
Do you guys think that the new 2016 Fox Float X2 has enough clearance/compatible with the Trance? I have a medium frame '14 Trance and was thinking of upgrading the stock shock. Thanks
flag Rentaric
Posted: Aug 31, 2015 at 18:05 Quote
Mccooleet wrote:
Do you guys think that the new 2016 Fox Float X2 has enough clearance/compatible with the Trance? I have a medium frame '14 Trance and was thinking of upgrading the stock shock. Thanks

According to specs the 2016 SX comes with an X2. The picture shows a Float X though.
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/trance.sx.27.5/22207/84047/#specifications

Also check this pic: https://farm1.staticflickr.com/272/19022745193_84114b6dd2_k.jpg

 


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