 Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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on: March 20, 2011, 11:56:04 AM
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Chunt
Location: Atlanta, Ga
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Looking for some opinions here. I got a nice deal on a 2nd owner 2004 Moots Mooto-X YBB last month. I want to set it up specifically for bikepacking. It currently has a set of Mavic Speedcity wheels on it, which are OK, but I'm afraid they're not quite strong enough and what I need for loaded rides. The bike lived in NYC as a city bike for the past 3 years so the Speedcity's were appropriate there. Any suggestions on a new set of sturdy wheels, or other upgrades? It currently has a Reba fork that seems OK, older XTR cranks, unknown-age BB but at least it's quiet, a set of Monkey Light carbon riser bars, Thomson stem, Thomson set back post (new) and a set of older Avid BBDB brakes (pre-BB7's from what I gather). I've already (since this photo was made) put on an XT rear derailleur to replace the rapid rise one that was driving me insane and a set of XT shifter/brake levers to replace the SRAM Rockets (also driving me nuts with their push-push) and a nice set of Ergon Grips, the ones with bar ends. Just trying to get ideas on a nice ultimate bikepacking build for this awesome frame. I'm on the waiting list at Carousel to get the bags I need.
Thanks. Chris
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #1 on: March 25, 2011, 09:20:53 PM
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ClimberBoy
Location: Paonia, CO
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« Reply #1 on: March 25, 2011, 09:20:53 PM » |
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Hey there- I just finished building a YBB up. I had Mike Curiak build up my wheels and would do it again in a heartbeat. As for the YBB, you might want to call Moots and order a re-build kit if it hasn't been serviced in a while. Mike's website is www.lacemine29.com... Have fun and nice bike!! |
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #2 on: March 26, 2011, 11:37:53 AM
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Chunt
Location: Atlanta, Ga
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« Reply #2 on: March 26, 2011, 11:37:53 AM » |
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Thanks for the response. I like Mike's wheels. No, I don't think the YBB rear end has ever been serviced. The piston portion of the shock looks a bit worn (if not tapered and honed down a bit) by the repeated actions on it. Thanks for that as well. Thanks for the compliment on the bike. It was a my dream bike for a couple of years just for this type application. I love the ride already and it'll be so much sweeter as it gets dialed in.
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #3 on: March 27, 2011, 06:17:26 AM
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donmeredith74
Location: Greenville, SC
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« Reply #3 on: March 27, 2011, 06:17:26 AM » |
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+1 on Mike's wheels. I've been hammering on mine for about 2 years now with no issues at all. He'll build my wheels from here on out for sure. DM
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #4 on: March 28, 2011, 07:26:34 AM
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Mike Brown
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« Reply #4 on: March 28, 2011, 07:26:34 AM » |
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SpeedCity's are super durable. Brad Kee, perennial Double Dare and The Most Horrible Thing Ever winner ( www.pisgahproductions.com) and CTR finsher rocked them for years with no issues. They're narrow, though- that's the drawback ,IMO. (FWIW: I own Brad's set now, the rear hub finally failed (cracked hub shell) but the front wheel is still rocking out). |
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #5 on: March 30, 2011, 06:55:26 AM
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Chunt
Location: Atlanta, Ga
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« Reply #5 on: March 30, 2011, 06:55:26 AM » |
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SpeedCity's are super durable. Brad Kee, perennial Double Dare and The Most Horrible Thing Ever winner ( www.pisgahproductions.com) and CTR finsher rocked them for years with no issues. They're narrow, though- that's the drawback ,IMO. (FWIW: I own Brad's set now, the rear hub finally failed (cracked hub shell) but the front wheel is still rocking out). Thanks Mike and Don. Maybe I was assuming a lot here on the Mavics not being durable enough for bikepacking loads. All i'd read was they were "city" wheels for 29'ers who did double duty. I equated that with not as robust. Last thing I'd want is wheel issues in the middle of nowhere.
+1 on Mike's wheels. I've been hammering on mine for about 2 years now with no issues at all. He'll build my wheels from here on out for sure.
Thank you Donmeredith too. I've gotten in touch with Mike Curiak and he's given me some ideas and prices already. He was super fast on the reply and quote. He's a great guy.
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #6 on: April 01, 2011, 04:28:02 PM
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Chunt
Location: Atlanta, Ga
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« Reply #6 on: April 01, 2011, 04:28:02 PM » |
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Rebuilt the YBB slider today with the 80mm Moots rebuild kit. Much easier than I imagined. Funny thing was the "washer" in the bottom of the spring area of the slider turned out to be a penny. Not sure if that was OEM standard at the time of construction or what. Funny nevertheless. The work goes on. I plan to know this bike inside out by the time I head out.  |
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Topic Name: Rebuilding a nice Moots Mooto-X for bikepacking
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Reply #7 on: April 03, 2011, 07:56:19 AM
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MikeC
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« Reply #7 on: April 03, 2011, 07:56:19 AM » |
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The penny is indeed OEM. Classic, eh?
Nice bike--great bp'ing chassis for sure.
MC
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