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03stinkyrida
03-09-2005, 05:09 PM
so i can get a pretty good deal on a DH9 frame but i havent heard that much about them, i know that yeti makes great bikes but im not sure about this bike cause i havent heard much. I ride the shore and whistler. Does anyone have expirence with this bike good or bad? or any thoughts? thanks alot



AnTi-TrAiL_nAzI
03-09-2005, 05:10 PM
Linky?
aShogunNamedMarcus
03-09-2005, 05:40 PM
Im gonna guess you're talking to Danger about one of his?

I almost bought one. IMO - it is still one of the nicest frames out there. Period. Its meant to go fast.
03stinkyrida
03-09-2005, 05:44 PM
Originally posted by aShogunNamedMarcus
Im gonna guess you're talking to Danger about one of his?

I almost bought one. IMO - it is still one of the nicest frames out there. Period. Its meant to go fast.
yup thats what im talking about, i just wanna know how it would be for the shore and whistler, i also dont want a heavy bike anyone know how heavy this is?
michelin man
03-09-2005, 05:52 PM
good for whistler but imo not the best choice for the shore, its pretty dh specific for my liking
03stinkyrida
03-09-2005, 05:59 PM
Originally posted by michelin man
good for whistler but imo not the best choice for the shore, its pretty dh specific for my liking
yea thats what i was thinking, i know its good for whistler but i was worried about the shore, i'm just looking for a good FR bike.
michelin man
03-09-2005, 06:01 PM
id recomenned(sp) a sx trail or a demo8
03stinkyrida
03-09-2005, 06:05 PM
yea but ive only got around 1500 to spend so those bikes are just a little bit outta my price range
pwrslm
03-09-2005, 06:44 PM
You can still FR a DH bike, they are longer so tight corners are a little trickier and tight skinies will take a bit more skill, but other than that the descent is awsome. the steeper angles of a DH bike work really well on North Shore trails. I had a Bullit and now I ride a Stab Primo and am lovin it. You won't find a better frame for that price.
Mountain Biker
03-09-2005, 07:06 PM
I owned a DH4 (from way back in '98) and it was an awsome frame. it only had 4" of travel, but if felt deep, had no issues with braking(floating brake) or suspension induced pedal motion and was just an all around great bike. If the DH4 is any indication of the DH9 (which I would think it is, the design was just refined over the years), I'd say go for it.
fr33k
03-09-2005, 07:08 PM
my friend bought one this past summer. its a very nice frame. surprisingly light. It rides very nice that for sure. seams like endless travel
03stinkyrida
03-09-2005, 07:19 PM
could i do a bit of everything on it? like DH and FR? Bigger drops gaps etc and ride up hill?
Alexey
03-09-2005, 07:22 PM
amazing design.... id buy it if i was serious into racing.. it wont do anything for you as a general freerider
aShogunNamedMarcus
03-09-2005, 08:19 PM
Originally posted by 03stinkyrida
yup thats what im talking about, i just wanna know how it would be for the shore and whistler, i also dont want a heavy bike anyone know how heavy this is?

Well. They are a small if I remember right. I had a small stab primo for comparison sake and I free rode the crap outta it. The shorter wheelbase of a small will make it a little better on logs and woodwork while still being a great in the corners. Just run dual 26" to keep the intended geometry the same.

Honestly, I say go for it. He managed to freeride his quite well (despite him being Danger) so get him to level with you about issue's.

But, are you going to huck like Danger would?

If not, then this bike should hold up to what you want.

And besides, its a freakin YETI :thepimp:
Mountain Dewd
03-09-2005, 09:15 PM
it's super high quality and super beefy. It's long and big and fast. think high speed ripping through the rough bike. I only know one guy who rides one, he loves it. its super stiff and beefy, i wouldn't think it would be the great shore bike, like in the tight stuff and super slow techy stuff i dont know how it would ride. but super t and dangerous dan don't have trouble on yetis.
ShoreIH
03-09-2005, 11:08 PM
your also saving yourself having to get a new hub if ya get it davie........I would do it:thepimp:
03stinkyrida
03-10-2005, 05:11 PM
does no one have exprience riding one? or does anyone know how heavy it is? thanks
falcon171
03-10-2005, 07:41 PM
How about teh Yeti ASX???????
03stinkyrida
03-11-2005, 08:02 AM
Nobody?
Tonestar
03-14-2005, 05:42 PM
A buddy of mine had one last year, he rode the shore on it all the time. It is a little long for some of the tight skinny turns, you need to be able to wheel hop, but a wickedly fast bike and super durable.

As far as weight goes, I beleive the frame and shock is around 11lbs, but I am not positive on that.

If you are looking for a more all-around freeride bike for the shore, the Yeti ASX would be a better choice, but the DH9 will rock in Whistler.

PS, the DH9 retailed for around $3900.