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The Bike Shop / Re: 22 inches

« on: September 17, 2013, 01:22:26 PM »

I emailed Faction about distros in the US and different tire sizes.

Good to hear from you.
Yes we have tire distro in the US, Bruce Blevins at TheOtdoorsStore is about to re-stock with our foldable street patern F22.
There are alternative tires at 2.1 and 2.2 which my bro uses on his race bike, they're not high pressure like the F22s but they're the right width and not a dirt tread.

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The Bike Shop / Re: 22 inches

« on: September 07, 2013, 07:58:56 PM »

God I want to get into 22 but. The tire options are so shit and don't want to spend almost 100$ on the Faction tires.

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The Bike Shop / Re: 22 inches

« on: July 11, 2013, 12:27:48 PM »

I can ride a 21.25 with out being to uncomfortable but, prefer 21.5.

When the time comes I'll probably go with S&M since I can some what customize it.
Also waiting if the put the 22 ATF the custom frames.

Would the 69 Seat tube be that noticeable?

I sent Faction an email a little bit ago.

How much better is the 22 on the knees from hard landings?

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The Bike Shop / Re: 22 inches

« on: July 11, 2013, 11:20:38 AM »

The Faction tires seem hard to get in the USA. You can get them but it's currently not as easy as a regular tire.

S&M will be putting out a 22 inch Mainline tire in the Fall. It won't be super smooth but will be more smooth than their current offering.

S&M/Revenge have two rims out currently. The ARC rim is welded while the other one is not. I am riding the non-welded rim and am not having issues but can visually see the seam where the rim is pinned. I also only weigh 150-ish.

I would think at 6'8" that you would want a custom length frame. S&M has their new ATF that comes in 22.125 but that still seems small for a giant...

*free shipping from Faction applies to their complete kits, I think.

That is what I was afraid about the Faction tires.
It sucks waiting for a good tire. When it comes to grips and tires I am very picky,

I am kinda harsh on wheels I am 275lbs I just want something that can take a beating.

I have a custom 21.5 Howler with a slightly Higher BB (12"). I just think moving to a 22" wheel might be more comfortable. Tried a 24 felt to sluggish. I was thinking the 22 would be the happy medium.

When I have enough money and when their are better choices might get a custom Holmes.

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The Bike Shop / Re: 22 inches

« on: July 11, 2013, 07:38:08 AM »

God I want a 22. I am just nervous about the tire/rim selection.

How are those Faction tires in durability and grip?
Does any mailorder have those faction tires?
Does revenge make a smooth tread tire?
Are the rims that S&M offer strong?

I really would love to move up to 22 since I am 6'8. I just don't like knobby tires and don't want to have to replace the rims frequently.

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The Bike Shop / 22 inches

« on: September 29, 2012, 09:29:52 AM »

Does revenge make a none 22 knobby tire for the Holmes?

I really want one but, just a little worried with the lack of tire and rim options.

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The Bike Shop / 22 inches

« on: September 28, 2012, 07:36:31 AM »

On the Holmes. Who makes the rims or are the just generic rims? Whats the tire width like?