Torker DX 24" ??

Although I have never ridden a DX, I think they are a very
good deal and will fill the needs you have listed. If you
aren't planning on doing anything hardcore, I'd also look
into getting a Torker LX. The LX is cheaper but not as
strong and the seat isn't as comfy.

Another thing to consider is the wheel size. If you are
going to do several miles on it on a regular basis, you
might want a larger wheel.

Daniel

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I am basically deciding over the Torker DX or the Nimbus 24
freestyle(I havent heard anything about this model though).
Or, maybe i will just not get a 24" and get a larger wheel,
but I am pretty sure I will settle with a cruiser.

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i ordered a torker dx through my magic shop last thursday...
the owner said he should get the shipment in by this
weekend, i'll let you know what i think when it comes in,
but i pretty much decided after looking at all the unicycles
online that the dx looked like a good bet.

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I think of wheel size like a time line.

..20...24...26...29...36...

Pick any point and that size Uni will also touch on some of
the aspects of the sizes on either side. For instance, a 24
has similar attributes to a 20 and a 26. The 29 can ride
long distances like the 36 but also ride the faster MUni
trails like the 26. The 26 can also, however, ride the
tougher MUni trails that are difficult on the 29.

Basically, my 2 cents is to widen your gap initially and
fill in the spaces later. That way you cover more of the
range sooner. Start with a broad brush, work on the fine
nuances later.

Step 1: ....20...........................................
Step 2: ....20................................29....... Step
3: ....20.....24.......................29....... Step 4:
....20.....24.......................29....36 etc.

20 freestyle, 24 MUni, 29 touring, Coker But you might want
a 20 Trials before long You'll be prepared for anything. I
really like the 29er because with a change of $25 cranks it
goes from MUni to Urban Touring. ($25 for a "new" Uni). Very
versatile ride. On campus it can zip along at 10 mph or
more. Or ride slowly alongside your 24" friends. (Then leave
them in the dust at will)

All that being said, if I could only have one uni for the
rest of my life it'd be a 24" MUni. But if I were you I'd
look closely at the 29 next.

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Get the torker. Mine came today and I can say without a
doubt that it is a standout value. On e-bay they run under
$150.00 plus about $25.00 shipping. Different length
splined cranks are also available for this model from e-bay
and bike shops. It also appears that a 2.7" downhill tire
might fit(barely) The seat is a velo(KH Imitation),and
quite comfy.

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would you recommend the Torker DX over the Nimbus 24
freestyle? Does anyone have info on the Nimbus 24 freestyle?

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elmer thanks for the responce man! that info was very
helpful.

so let me get this right you have a lx with a 2.7 on it? and
you say that you get some flyin' rocks but other that it
fits ok and you dont get any rubbin???

if you could also let me know what the brand of your tire is
too, when you get the chance and how much it cost i would
appreciate it.

thanks again josh

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I have the DX, not the LX. My tire is a Maxxis High Roller downhill
tire with a downhill tube, 24" x 2.7", and it fits, but just barely. It
also has some wear on it, so I can't say that a new one wouldn't rub.
But if you have access to a belt sander you could remove some rubber
easily enough. Or if you're careful, you could smash the frame down
(up?) with a sledge hammer😄 This tends to move the frame legs toward
one another, so use a block of wood to hold them apart before trying it.
Another advantage of the DX is that the cranks that torker makes for
its' BMX bikes fit this unicycle. I purchased a set of 180mm cranks
just for fun on the really steep uphills, and I've had a blast with
them, but they also make other lengths. These cranks appear to be very
much a quality component. I doubt seriously if I could ever break them.
I have several experiments going with this Torker DX, including a
trials conversion for my son. And I want to see what other frames this
wheelset will go into. If it fits my nimbus frame, I could mount a 3"
tire and have a great splined-crank muni.😎

A 48 spoke DX 32 rim is available in Europe, and John
Drummond of unicycle.com has told me he intends to order
some. Let's continue to encourage him! This rim provides the
additional width you need for the wider tires not to roll on
sideways hops.

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elmer thanks again for the info....

well i finally went out and got a new tire for my lx....i
got the 2.5 maxxis high roller......it rubs a bit on the
crown but fits fine side to side.....i think im gonna try
the sanding option first and if that seems to not work then
i may try the hammer.

next question and im sure this is one of the most asked
questions by a newbe but here it goes anyway.....

what is the differnce between splined and non splined
cranks? i have figured out that they are stronger but is
that the only difference? or are there application
differences too? for example would i be able to upgrade my
cranks on my lx to splined ones?

thanks josh

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