Crestline RS 181.2 thread – builds, reviews, technical info
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Looks nice but it won't work out too well after your first big 'get off' and those bars rip your cables out of the masters!
I had the some problem with this as well. I assume you're referring to the sram axs power cord. Every time I tried to pull it through (rear to front) it got hung up in the chainstay. I was using the supplied cable guide, a park tool cable routing kit, lawn trimmer string and shifter cable. All those methods failed because the thinner guide/cable/string will follow a thinner route thru the chainstay so the fatter connector for the power cord will get hung up. I finally routed some shifter cable housing (4mm) from the front hole to the rear. I then taped the power cord connector to the cable housing and pulled it back thru to the front. The thicker cable housing will follow a path that the connector can fit thru.
Getting the shifter cable housing thru initially was not easy either but if you keep fishing, you will get it to a point where you can see the end of the cable thru the rear hole. When you get it that far, you can use a small pick (maybe a tooth pick or dental pick) to fit into the cable end and guide it thru to rear hole.
GeorgesEBike
E*POWAH Master
No issues with this. They are long enough to avoid this.
I was considering getting your Rulezman 15 mm stem but it costs about the same $336 + shipping + tariff (the last bike items I had shipped from Europe came with tariff bills from FedEx).I’d probably wait and see how the stem feels with your stock reach before you order the -5* headset. It might feel good as is. If it still feels too long out front, then get the -5 headset.
The RR stem is -15 mm…so won’t need the -5 mm headset, unless I do not like it.
5'10" with an RH2. Plan is to ride the thing a bunch and fine tuning prior to any aggressive geo changes.
I think I am liking the shorter reach so far personally. I found my old bike I slid the seat up all the way forward, I seem more centered with my seat and weight on the Crestline.
You are killing my ocd with those qr codes and 4 wireless controllers!?!
Kidding, bike looks soooo clean!!
Still have the shipping covers on the fork tho?
5'10" here on a RH2 as well. My current bike, TR Relay size M has a 452 reach, 634 stack, with 40mm stem and 35mm rise bars. This bike is one of the most fun, comfortable bike's I've ridden. I feel like I have a ton of power to move the bike around so my leverage points must be pretty dialed with the effective reach.
I can compensate the 5mm difference in stack with one less spacer under the stem and I'm assuming I really won't notice the 2mm difference in reach. Heck, rolling my bars forward a couple of degrees could compensate for that. Both bikes have 440 rear center lengths, and in my experience, the "effective reach" (comprised of frame reach, frame stack, spacer stack and stem length) and chain stay length have the most impact on how a bike fits and performs. So I have high expectations for the 181.2 to fit me really well and be a blast to ride.
But if for some reason I feel cramped, it's really nice to be able to add 5mm of reach with a headset.
Oh no a family member in need, sorry for the delay here!!
Agree it is tough to find the gold hidden amongst this massive thread, I had posted this back there somewhere..
FIrst use the plastic guide and some tape to fish a strong string with extra length to work with for some real fishing. Then tie the string around the connector to hold it while you pull it through.
Then I wrapped some plumbers tape to hold the string inline with the connector and create a coned shape. Lastly covered it with shipping tape to keep it together and smooth.
Use as little tape as feasible to keep it slim of course. Here is the setup, worked first time no issues.
Pulled it right through, easy peasy!
Hope this helps!
They're not intended for use while the fork is on the bike.What !?
Shipping covers ?
I thought they were rather snazzy dust covers. I'm leaving mine on.
Reminds me of the Dodge Challenger guys who keep their shipping (front lip) protectors on.
FrogSkunk
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Not all of us feel comfortable walking around with our nipples out
TTEngineer
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Finally got my bike from the FedEx warehouse today.
Seat tube was a little smashed but I was able to get the clamp on and a post in so I think I’m gtg. We will see if it creaks.
FYI, my chain stay ends didn’t ship with lock tight on the bolts. I also greased them while pulling them off. Then blue lock tight to keep things snug.
Seat tube was a little smashed but I was able to get the clamp on and a post in so I think I’m gtg. We will see if it creaks.
FYI, my chain stay ends didn’t ship with lock tight on the bolts. I also greased them while pulling them off. Then blue lock tight to keep things snug.
ccornacc
Member
Thank you for the response! I eventually followed a similar technique and finally got it! Took lots of patience for sure
Stylistic representation of those shipping covers:Not all of us feel comfortable walking around with our nipples out
polymathic
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On the AXS cable saga: @Madog gave perfect advice.
I worked on this before any of this was posted, and used the wrong technique, and ended up with a stuck cord in my chain stay. For a moment I thought it would never come out, and that I would have to live with a clogged chain stay forever. By the time I got it out, it was pinched and non-functional. So be careful!
I worked on this before any of this was posted, and used the wrong technique, and ended up with a stuck cord in my chain stay. For a moment I thought it would never come out, and that I would have to live with a clogged chain stay forever. By the time I got it out, it was pinched and non-functional. So be careful!
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FrogSkunk
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Hey Nick, I'm the same height as you and am concerned about the the RH2 size being a little bigger than I'm accustomed to. Are you riding your's already? How do you like the size? Did you change the dropout or go -5 on the headset? Standover is fine? Thanks in advance!
So did my second ride today. 3 laps of the Luge in OC. I decided to put the hammer down to see what it could do. It’s just crazy good. I ended up with 5% battery left and it slowed considerably on the 3rd lap. Probably thermal overload. So I put it in auto once that happened. Still awesome ride. The bike was really really good. 49 achievements and 12 KOM’s!
My Strava ride
My Strava ride
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John_likes_bikes
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Once below 10%ish the best assist you'll get is auto no matter what mode you set it in.
Luge has been on my to do list. When does it get unridable hot out there?
mrtrinh
Active member
Damn you're ripping! nice times!
It’s always rideable, but best conditions are like 2 days after a rain. Otherwise even on the hot days, just get an early start and you’ll be good.
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Thanks brother! I figured I might have a couple good ones, but I had no idea it would be 12! The bike just rips though!
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polymathic
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Three rides on the rig, and it rips. Top 5 Strava cups on classic DHs here in Marin... shaving off 40 seconds from my previous best times on 7 minute runs. Absolutely awesome bike! So happy!
Dang I need to buy two two steps…
Be careful when trying to get the sim slot cover off the display. They use locktite and those screws are tiny. One of mine just won’t budge and I stripped the head. So pissed. Gonna take it to a mobile phone repair place and see if they can extract the screw.
TTEngineer
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