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I have an enduro too! What year is yours? mines '04 comp

UNICYCLES:
KH Freeride would serve you well: It's a 24" wheel, which is big enough
for muni, and small enough to maneuver tight, technical sections on the
trail. A 26" might serve you better though, depending on your height
(I'm 6', 145, and I ride a KH Freeride (24"😉)

26 will cover more ground a bit easier (not much), but won't be quite as
maneuverable on really tight sections.
If you go 26, you could get a Yuni 26" Muni w/ Profiles (these splined
cranks are quite strong). The KH freeride has KH/Onza splined cranks,
and is also very strong.

The final option is go w/ a heavier 24", which might be a bit stronger
in the frame dept. than the KH. (The KH has an aluminum frame so it's
light but I'm not sure if it's as strong)

These Unis I have mentioned are all $500+, so if that's your price
range, great! If you want something even more expensive, a Hunter frame
is really good, and comes in 24 and 26" sizes. You could get a Hunter
Muni w/ Profiles for $900+.

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What you probably want is the fattest tire possible, to smooth out the
ride and reduce neck impact. Make sure whatever you get has a 3" tire.
At some point there will be a 3.7" tire on the market, but I don't think
anybody knows when that will happen.

There is a thread on here about the 3.7" Large Marge that you can check
out. Here's my pictures of a George Barnes prototype from Moab this
year:
http://unicycling.smugmug.com/gallery/489732/1/20060442
That thing is an ultra-cush mobile. Not only does that tire have a nice,
floaty ride, it's the only unicycle I've ever managed to ride through
fine, loose sand. Then I rode it as fast as I could down a trail of
large gravel (up to 3" rocks). It was like riding down a slightly rough
sidewalk!

But a cycle built with one of those cycles is going to end up being a
little heavier than a KH or similar, even if the tire weighs the same.
There will have to be more rim, and at least a tad more frame.

I think you'll be fine with the KH to start. Your two most important
ingredients are the fat tire, as mentioned above, and a splined
crankset. As long as you pair up the two of those, you should be fine.

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What kinds of trail riding are you wanting to do? There's no need to
get a Mack Truck unless you're doing huge drops, and since you won't be
doing those right away, and those miles you will do will melt away some
pounds.... If you plan on "hammering out miles" and don't plan on doing
trials you will want a 26 or a 29 (or even a 36).

I was injured a couple of times (well, a few) over the past couple of
years and ended up at about 224, now down about 10 or so. I wouldn't
hestitate to ride any of my LiveWire wheels, including square-tapered
light 29ers, in any conditions. So far this summer, I've put over 800
miles on a 29er on really rough roads, hills, and mild off-road, rain
and shine. This 29er currently has a 2.0 tire on it.

It's not heavy you need, but strong. And I don't agree that you should
automatically think of the fattest tire that isn't even available yet.
A simple Big Apple 29er would be fine for the road in the beginning, and
there are other tires for off-road that should suit you fine.

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Trapper,
Listen to the Gods, then I'll explain just exactly why you do or
don't need certain items. You're welcome to borrow one of mine
(24x3 Muni) 29'r or Coker (36) until you decide what you really want to
buy.

But you have to LEARN to ride ::FIRST!!!!!!!!!!::

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Krashin'Kenny said:

*Trapper,
Listen to the Gods, then I'll explain just exactly why you do or
don't need certain items. You're welcome to borrow one of mine
(24x3 Muni) 29'r or Coker (36) until you decide what you really want
to buy.

But you have to LEARN to ride ::FIRST!!!!!!!!!!:: *

Yes, Kenny is right. Borrowing first is usually the best policy.

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A good all around size is the 24"
Lots of guys have 'em in Texas - I haven't seen a 29"

If you have some medical problems that stop you from mountain biking, I
would recommend that you stay away from the "extreme" and ride a 29".
With a 29" the focus is on rolling smooth trails (cross-country) rather
than riding down the side of a mountain or other dangerous and extreme
terrains.

I would really love to try a KH 29", but like I said, I've never seen a
29" and I keep telling myself it is better to spin the 24" (to get a
better workout, and not have to worry about durability as much).

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ChangingLINKS.com said:

*I would recommend that you stay away from the "extreme" and ride a
29". *

Drew doesnt know what he is talking about get a 29 and ride extreme
stuff its fun, although I dont own a 29 if I were getting in from
mountain biking it would be the way I'd go. There isnt much speed in
riding a 24 over most single track the 29er will make you feel more at
home.

Cheers and welcome to the club.
Chex

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Ahhh, great info.

ColDawg: I started with a 2002 Enduro (Blue), then I got a new 2002 Pro
frame(Silver), then I got an S-Works frame (and it was a beautious
flo-red), and now I have the 2004 Enduro Pro frame with a Marz. FRSL.
Yes, I was riding hard.

Kenny: You misunderstand. You ARE one of the gods.

U-Turn: On my mtn. bike I road all types of trail Smooth double track,
rough rocky creekbeds, twisty crawly up and downhills. I loved the
technical stuff and hope to revisit most of it on one wheel. I also
used to slap slicks on the Enduro and chase roadies. Got a small rep.
from that too.

Everyone else, I'm checking out all the info your passing my way. Kenny
will get a quiz when I attempt to steal his uni from him.

Thanks!

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Well I ordered a Torker DX and after 3 days of hearing nothing I find
out they don't have any and wont until (maybe) August. I'm getting a
little impatient about climbing onto a uni so I cancelled that one and
moved up a notch on the moneyclip to one of these Onza 24-inch MUni's as
my "Drivers Ed." bike. Took up some of Mr. Wallis's time before I did.
Thank's again kind sir. Hopefully by next weekend I'll be growing fresh
bacon on my shins.

Now in the mountain bike community that I'm from, if you get a new
frame or fork or something along that line you should "grace it" with a
pant's dunking and a pic to boast with. Do the unicyclist enjoy
anything similar here or is this a much more reserved group? 😉
[image: http://www.unicycle.com/images/catalog/offroad/UNON24.jpg]

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Trapper,
I haven't heard of any such rituals on this forum. I don't think you
can get the whole MUni down your pants (maybe just the the frame?)😄
I'll be ready to give ya' some pointers this weekend if you're ready.
YOu cxan always borrow one of my MUni's if yours arrives late.
BTW, excellent choice ith the Onza (especially since they're $100
cheaper right now).

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1. Kenny, that damn thing has my quads on fire!
2. My Onza has Departed Mesquite Texas and should be delivered to me
in the A.M.

🙂

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1. Kenny, that damn thing has my quads on fire!
2. My Onza has Departed Mesquite Texas and should be delivered to me
in the A.M.

🙂

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Trapper said:

*1. Kenny, that damn thing has my quads on fire!

🙂 *

Meaning the muni you borrowed from Kenny?
That would have to mean you are riding it already? No way.

Scott

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Trapper said:

*1. Kenny, that damn thing has my quads on fire!

🙂 *

Meaning the muni you borrowed from Kenny?
That would have to mean you are riding it already? No way.

Scott

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Trapper said:

*1. Kenny, that damn thing has my quads on fire!

🙂 *

You need to remember to keep your weight on your seat. When learning to
ride most people have a tendency to put all their weight on the pedals,
resulting in a large work out for the 'ol legs. Constantly remind
yourself to sit down on the seat and you will be able to put more weight
on the seat, saving your legs and allowing you to practice for longer
:-)

Check your seat height too. Use the same standard you do for setting
the seat height on a mountain bike.

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Trapper said:

*1. Kenny, that damn thing has my quads on fire!

🙂 *

You need to remember to keep your weight on your seat. When learning to
ride most people have a tendency to put all their weight on the pedals,
resulting in a large work out for the 'ol legs. Constantly remind
yourself to sit down on the seat and you will be able to put more weight
on the seat, saving your legs and allowing you to practice for longer
:-)

Check your seat height too. Use the same standard you do for setting
the seat height on a mountain bike.

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peter.bier said:

*You need to remember to keep your weight on your seat. When learning
to ride most people have a tendency to put all their weight on the
pedals, resulting in a large work out for the 'ol legs. Constantly
remind yourself to sit down on the seat and you will be able to put
more weight on the seat, saving your legs and allowing you to practice
for longer :-)*

Oooops:eek:
I forgot to tell you about that part 🙄

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peter.bier said:

*You need to remember to keep your weight on your seat. When learning
to ride most people have a tendency to put all their weight on the
pedals, resulting in a large work out for the 'ol legs. Constantly
remind yourself to sit down on the seat and you will be able to put
more weight on the seat, saving your legs and allowing you to practice
for longer :-)*

Oooops:eek:
I forgot to tell you about that part 🙄

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Krashin'Kenny said:

*Oooops:eek:
I forgot to tell you about that part 🙄 *

Nothing to fret. I figured that out yesterday. (As I mentioned on day
one of my 'blog' (http://www.trappersplace.com/muni) )

I think it's mainly from trying to balance 240 Lbs of pork on a stick.
😉

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