Part used, part new.
Wheels: ~$250 (something like SRAM Rise 40, WTB i23 w/ XT hubs, etc)
Fork: $300-350 (Fox 32 150mm RLC)
Drivetrain: Shifters ~$60-70, FD $30, RD $50, Crankset $100
I still set my bikes up with 3x9 so that saves a little bit of cash since the derailleurs are a little cheaper, but I don't go lower than XT/X9 level components.
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The messageboard is now in read-only mode and no new posts or topics can be created. We will leave the messageboard up for historical purposes, but you will not be able to make new posts or comment on existing ones.
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Alright chain breakers
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ut_Twintip
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I may just wind up building one then. I'm naturally a do-it-yourself'er, currently finishing our basement out. My only concern is parts. I know what goes where, but quality, head angle, BB, chainstay, compatibility...pffft sounds like greek. I know I'm looking towards 650b as KD said it seems great for what we have around here.
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KneeDeep
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Update... just finished my Niner build (SRAM Rise 40 wheels, X9 build, Manitou Tower Pro fork). UT- if you want to make the drive up here some day, I'm happy to let you test my Blur LT and the RIP 9 on one of the trails in Lyons or Boulder. They'll give you a good feel for what you want, at the very least.
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ut_Twintip
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Rode a neighbors Yeti SB-66. Felt a bit different in the mechanics and I have to say, I liked it. Have you heard anything good/bad about their suspension system?