How to order a KH 29er...

[MuniAddict]

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YouTube- New Kris Holm 29er Unicycle!

[EoinC]

Nice Uni, Terry.

Cheers,
Eoin

[MuniAddict]

Originally Posted by EoinC

Nice Uni, Terry.

Cheers,
Eoin

Thanks, yeah I'm loving it, and even with the brake and drillium pedals installed, it still weighs a full 2 pounds *less* than my kh 24 MUni! Be interesting to see how it performs on technical terrain, drops, hops, and climbing, compared to my 24.

[MuniOrBust]

Originally Posted by MuniAddict

Thanks, yeah I'm loving it, and even with the brake and drillium pedals installed, it still weighs a full 2 pounds *less* than my kh 24 MUni!

Nice! But why does it weigh less? Have KH unis just gotten lighter over the years?

[EoinC]

Originally Posted by MuniOrBust

Nice! But why does it weigh less? Have KH unis just gotten lighter over the years?

No, scales have become faster and more efficient.

[Tirving]

Originally Posted by MuniOrBust

Nice! But why does it weigh less? Have KH unis just gotten lighter over the years?

Large Marge Rim and big DH tire

[MuniAddict]

Mythbusters test shows a 29er is *slower* than a smaller wheel! wtf? It really didn't look like this guy-who's apparently a pro rider-was trying all that much, especially on the home stretch. Btw, his wheel size of choice is a 26er, so I think he was probably somehwhat biased, and maybe didn't ride as hard as he could have.

I think the only way to really get accurate results is to have MANY races between the two sizes in controlled tests. I think the 29er would win every time, at least on DH.

[Tucson Uni]

Originally Posted by MuniAddict

Mythbusters test shows a 29er is *slower* than a smaller wheel! wtf? It really didn't look like this guy-who's apparently a pro rider-was trying all that much, especially on the home stretch. Btw, his wheel size of choice is a 26er, so I think he was probably somehwhat biased, and maybe didn't ride as hard as he could have.

I think the only way to really get accurate results is to have MANY races between the two sizes in controlled tests. I think the 29er would win every time, at least on DH.

That may be true for a 2-wheel contraption, but a uni is a different story. With the fixed crank, a 29er uni is definitely faster than a 24.

Welcome to the world of 29er muni Terry! Since you have ridden 36 muni, 29er muni will be a snap. I fell into the whole 29er muni thing by chance. UDC had a killer sale on them about a year ago, and I bought one thinking it would tide me over on getting a 36. After a few rides on the trails, I got over the initial awkwardness and fear from riding a little higher and getting thrown a little farther on UPDs, and now I love it. I love my 24 on serious DH, but the 29 is way more fun on everything else. The more I ride, the further I push into what used to be strictly "24" territory. Enjoy!

[Tucson Uni]

I assume the Drilliums are extra grippy. I like my cheapo DX pedals with my 5-10s, but I keep bashing more pins out of them. Do you have that problem with the Drilliums?

[justtysen]

Originally Posted by MuniAddict

who's apparently a pro rider

Probably not, as the "Stig" routine is a spoof of the British car show Top Gear, and that video is made for comedy/entertainment only.

Originally Posted by MuniAddict

think the 29er would win every time, at least on DH.

I've ridden both 26" and 29" MTB's and I really don't think there is an across the board winner. 29ers tend to be a little smoother over washboard type terrain and perhaps more efficient during steady pace endurance rides, while 26ers can be a bit more nimble when pumping the trail or doing quick braking and then accelerating. Preferences will come from rider size, style, and local terrain.

[JohnnyReggae]

Nice one Terry Love the pedals.

I have a bit of a Love-Hate relationship with my 29'er, partly due to the narrower rim (older KH) which ends up causing a few issues around tyre choice and what is actually available in S.A., and the riding experience especially when riding DH. Waiting for OddWheel to get stock of the wider rim

[deadbeatpope]

Congrats on the new addition! I'm sure you're gonna love it.

[MuniAddict]

Originally Posted by Tucson Uni

That may be true for a 2-wheel contraption, but a uni is a different story. With the fixed crank, a 29er uni is definitely faster than a 24.

Welcome to the world of 29er muni Terry! Since you have ridden 36 muni, 29er muni will be a snap. I fell into the whole 29er muni thing by chance. UDC had a killer sale on them about a year ago, and I bought one thinking it would tide me over on getting a 36. After a few rides on the trails, I got over the initial awkwardness and fear from riding a little higher and getting thrown a little farther on UPDs, and now I love it. I love my 24 on serious DH, but the 29 is way more fun on everything else. The more I ride, the further I push into what used to be strictly "24" territory. Enjoy!

Just got back from my first ride on the trail and WOW! This is my new favorite size for xc and moderate technical! Fast as hell and smooth as butta! Getting the raw video footage together and should have the finished viddy up later today. How does it handle 3-4 foot drops? You'll see!

Originally Posted by Tucson Uni

I assume the Drilliums are extra grippy. I like my cheapo DX pedals with my 5-10s, but I keep bashing more pins out of them. Do you have that problem with the Drilliums?

Yeah they are awesome pedals and a perfect compliment to my 5.10's. Lots of foot area too which I love.

Originally Posted by justtysen

Probably not, as the "Stig" routine is a spoof of the British car show Top Gear, and that video is made for comedy/entertainment only.


I've ridden both 26" and 29" MTB's and I really don't think there is an across the board winner. 29ers tend to be a little smoother over washboard type terrain and perhaps more efficient during steady pace endurance rides, while 26ers can be a bit more nimble when pumping the trail or doing quick braking and then accelerating. Preferences will come from rider size, style, and local terrain.

YEah, I figured haha.

Originally Posted by JohnnyReggae

Nice one Terry Love the pedals.

I have a bit of a Love-Hate relationship with my 29'er, partly due to the narrower rim (older KH) which ends up causing a few issues around tyre choice and what is actually available in S.A., and the riding experience especially when riding DH. Waiting for OddWheel to get stock of the wider rim

YEah I am very happy I waited and got the wider rim and new hub, sans the "kh" cutouts!

Originally Posted by deadbeatpope

Congrats on the new addition! I'm sure you're gonna love it.

You are correct sir! I do love it indeed!

[Unigurd]

Looks great! You make me want to get a 29"

[vookash]

Wow... now I will see what should I do with my 29er. Waiting for a movie