My Merida Big Nine 3000 build.

[Itsadrianduminy]

I have a Merida Big Nine Carbon HT, currently weighing 9,3 kilograms, (sorry we use the metric system) and I thought it throw it out here to see what you guys think, and how I can still lighten it up?

Main Parts:

Merida Big Nine 3000 Frame(2014)
Darkhorse DH29 Xc wheelset(1450 grams)
Ashima Ai2 160 mm rotors(72 grams actual weight)
Specialized Fast Trak Control 2.0 and 2.2 tires
Fox Float Evolution 29
Shimano XTR 980 brakes
XTR 980 Derailleur
Praxis Works Wide Range 11-40 Cassette (320 grams)
Specialized Zee and Specialized XC Bottle Cages
Niner RDO Flex Seatpost
Prologo Nago X10 Saddle(ChroMo Rails)
Prc Carbon Handlebar
Prc Alloy stem
Dt Swiss rear Thru Axle
Fox 15mm front Thru Axle

If you would like to see a picture, go look on my Facebook account @Adriaan Duminy and you'll see it there.

[Frankie - B]

No problem in using the metric system. The forum is hosted in Germany, and kilos and grams are easier to calculate with. [emoji6]


Tape is for wrapping gifts to your girlfriend, not to hold a freaking tire on!