r/dirtjumping • • Jan 03 '23

Announcement [2023] What bike shall I buy? Is this bike good? Ask us anything!

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Welcome!

This thread is dedicated to bike recommendations. There's a whole lot of you new-comers eagar to get your first dirt jumper. Maybe you have been out of the game for a while and are behind the times and need some advice. Are you shorter or taller than average and want to find a bike that will suit you better? Perhaps you just want a second opinion on a particular brand or model. This is the place to ask these questions and get expert advice from experienced members of the community!

Please refrain from starting a new thread to ask which bike you should buy, or whether a particular bike is good and instead use this dedicated thread first instead.

Bike archive

In order to try and assist those looking to purchase a new bike, I have created the dirt jump bike archive.

It is currently version 1.0.2 with lots of incomplete (or out of date) price data. This will be an ongoing project primarily run by me. Timelesturkie also has editing privileges and is considered a contributor as well. As of now, we are looking for any users who would like to help with this project. If any of you are enthusiastic about helping to maintain and build upon this spreadsheet, let me know by messaging me directly.

The following link will allow you to view the spreadsheet but not make any changes. Note that the spreadsheet also has a second sheet for a limited range of geometry and dimensional data. I do not have much free time to work on this spreadsheet so apologies for any missing info. It would be awesome to have some volunteers to help. Please keep in mind that the information on this spreadsheet is not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. Consider it a guide to assist you and always check with the manufacturer to verify the information before making a purchase.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XvClX-9upJekdRIdW4spjO5E0KuolvLseWi-x6VxoWQ/edit?usp=sharing

Known issues:

  • The purple sorting buttons do not function for those without editing privileges. If you make a copy of the spreadsheet and save it to your own Google Drive account you might be able to make use of them.
  • Sorting by price (up and down) in USD is currently broken.
  • Lots of bikes don't have readily available full retail prices, hence most of the price data is missing. This is the biggest area we need help in. We are only interested in full manufacturer RRP prices.
  • Some bikes such as Canyon, have Euro prices that vary based on country. I am not sure how to tackle that yet. One potential solution is to find the cheapest and most expensive, and then giving the price range. I am open to ideas here.
  • I could do with a hand gathering up the dimensional data for sheet 2. If anyone is willing to help, please let me know.

r/dirtjumping • • 6h ago

Fs/San Diego

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9 Upvotes

Hate to do this but need cash to repair my car.
Only had it for a month. Haro steel reserve. Fully stock other than the brake that has been upgraded to a Dominion!


r/dirtjumping • • 1d ago

OB Laps on the BJ

75 Upvotes

r/dirtjumping • • 13h ago

Question Experience with Da Bomb Tactic II

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is it reliable for mtb street ???


r/dirtjumping • • 16h ago

need help with finding a good dj

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will be used for abuse, urban freeride, daily commutes (i can manage standing up) and hops/manuals once i learn them

i am 161cm tall or 5'3" in burger units (i'm 13) but i guess that won't matter since i need a 26" anyway

budget is 1200 RON or 300 USD so i want to lean more towards second hand bikes (i know it might seem cheap but in romania economy is very different)

would appreciate something with hydraulic brakes


r/dirtjumping • • 1d ago

Specialized Rip Rock Cruiser 16 Build

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16 Upvotes

Since Specialized doesn’t make a 16” dirt jumper I figured i’d attempt to make one myself.


r/dirtjumping • • 1d ago

Question Looking for bike recommendations.

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I’m 6’2” 270#. Started less than a year ago at 475# and have gotten into cycling now. I currently have a road bike and a gravel bike. There is a park that looks like it would be fun to ride, dirt track and a pump track as well.

I’m wanting to get a bike to try this out as well, but spent a decent chunk of money on my other 2 bikes so my budget is fairly limited at the moment. I’m also concerned about jumping at my weight.

I have been looking at dirt jumpers and also hardtail mountain bikes as well. Any suggestions would be appreciated.


r/dirtjumping • • 1d ago

What bmx should I get?

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Also can a BMX work for dirt jumping?


r/dirtjumping • • 1d ago

Chain tensioner for Airborne Skyhawk

1 Upvotes

Anyone know which tensioners work best for the aluminum frame Skyhawk? the Origin 8 ones look to be the best fit but seeing if anyone had any experience.


r/dirtjumping • • 1d ago

Question Dartmoor Qunnie or Kona Shonky?

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I'm looking to buy a dj in around this budget and don't what to choose, I only see opinions on the quinnies from 2020/21 and that much about the kona shonky. Anyone tried those?


r/dirtjumping • • 3d ago

Bike Showcase 2011 NS Ticket scooped for $150

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53 Upvotes

r/dirtjumping • • 2d ago

Helmet replacement?

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pretty sure I concussed myself trying to learn 360s into foam pit yesterday. I saw stars for a few secs after the crash, I feel groggy, etc. I’m going to urgent care to get screened for a concussion after my college lectures today.

im leaning towards replacing my helmet regardless just to be safe, but can a foam pit crash where my helmet hit foam damage the inner foam and stuff that much? i really don’t wanna spend another $300+ on a full face💔


r/dirtjumping • • 3d ago

Little train with my friend(barely in frame) on my fave line at my local

43 Upvotes

first day back on the bike in a few weeks after I messed up my ankle. fairly sure I ended up concussing myself trying to learn 360s into the foam pit so I’ll be visiting urgent care tomorrow and probably be off the bike again for a while💔


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

These are camping trips throughout the years, my dj is always in attendance

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43 Upvotes

Found some nice places to ride along the way.


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

First proper dirt jump (?)

43 Upvotes

I’m 43 and my family and i just started riding almost exactly a year ago and I’d set myself the aim of doing a legit dirt jump in my first year. Was running out of time but i squeezed it in this weekend. Had to get towed in by my 12 year old. Was too scared to do the whole line but I’ll get it next time.

This counts right?!!!


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

Bike Showcase Finally coming together!

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91 Upvotes

I’ve been messing around with this build for almost a year and it works great for me. I’m looking into a higher rise bar and possibly a nicer saddle at some point, but I’m proud of it at this point.


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

Upgrade Help!

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I just bought my first dj after months of searching! It’s a verde radix, I got it for 250 used and it needs some work but for a beginner I think it’ll be a lot of fun.
Im looking at for sure getting a new fork, probably new wheels, and then just a few other little things I’m pretty comfortable on. My main question is about the fork, how do I check if a fork would work on it? I know it has a tapered head tube but I’m not sure what else to look for to find one that works.
Appreciate any and all advice !


r/dirtjumping • • 3d ago

Question My wheel has got 15+ pinch flats within 4 months (not even joking)

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I run 60-80 psi in my tyres and always get rear wheel pinch flats. i cleaned the inside of the tyre to make sure nothing is popping it. no help. i cant afford to buy £8 inner tubes every week. i simply have no money. any suggestions to stop this?


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

Question Trilogy bikes?

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9 Upvotes

Looking for a replacement for my dj and I’ve found this one on marketplace. The price is pretty good and the frame is sick but I’ve never heard of the company. Does anyone have any experience with them? Is it worth considering? Trilogy seems like a newer more niche brand so I have no idea about them.


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

Could you take the CSU from a Marzocchi DJ1 to use with a new Marzocchi DJ to create a Marzocchi DJ fork with a 1 1/8 steerer?

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I have an older straight 1 1/8 headtube frame that I am trying to keep going with modern parts. And it is not possible to use a tapered headtube with a special headset either (already checked for compatibility). With the frame being straight headtube, it limits the fork choice.

I am currently using a Manitou Circus Expert, which is the best straight steerer DJ fork on the market right now. However, the spring is digging into the stanchion from the inside, and will likely need a replacement soon if I keep riding like this. I am not quite happy that my Manitou fork is needinng a major repair soon within the 3 years I have ridden this fork for. I am wanting to try a Marzocchi DJ fork, except it does not come in a straight steerer from factory.

I was wondering if it would be possible to use a straight 1 1/8 crown steerer unit from a late model Marzocchi DJ1 (2012-2015ish) then somehow try to combine with the lower and the internals from a new Marzocchi DJ, to create a straight steerer Marzocchi DJ. Do you think this is a possiblity?

I cannot imagine there are big differences from an old Marzocchi DJ1 and new Marzocchi DJ forks.


r/dirtjumping • • 4d ago

Anyone have any pictures of their bike with 80mm rise bars?

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r/dirtjumping • • 5d ago

Dartmoor 26 player pro

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66 Upvotes

My custom build with many good components on it, wheighs 10.5kg in total and feels better than any dj ive ridden so far


r/dirtjumping • • 5d ago

Dirt ¿Es posible reducir el recorrido a una suspensión Bolany de 160 mm para proyecto Dirt / Stunt?

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r/dirtjumping • • 5d ago

DJs compatible with a 1x cassette?

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Hi Friends,

I'm heavily in the market for a dirt jumper than can accommodate a geared 1x drivetrain. Bluntly, I just have too many lengthy hills between me and my nearest pump track and terrain park to have a good time on a single speed. I also want to join the Mrs. on leisurely rides around the neighborhood and local parks, but they're quite hilly.

I think I've narrowed the list to a few bikes, but I would love input on whether there are other bikes/frames than can be set up this way or offer geared dropout, because these are all super difficult to find, let alone for a decent price here in the southeast. I'm generally focused on hardtails, but I'm open to slopestyle DJs if the frame suspension is stiff enough to be good on pump tracks.

  • Trek Ticket DJ / Ticket S (confirmed compatible)
  • Specialized P.3 (confirmed compatible)
  • Polygon Trid ZZ (confirmed)
  • Pivot Point (NOT confirmed)
  • Polygon Trid ZZ (confirmed)
  • NS Soda Slope (confirmed)
  • DMR rhythm (confirmed)

Particularly curious if anyone can confirm whether the Pivot Point can accommodate a 1x cassette. My frustration is stock availability with all of these. It feels like none of them are being actively produced or in stock anywhere, so the prices in the used market are bananas.

Thanks!


r/dirtjumping • • 6d ago

Question Grips

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Sup do yall recommend grips that will be good on my dj? No waffles tho i want that straight pattern that are not slip on but lock on, thanks.