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Setups: Alex Kennedy
"I think the whole horse should be healthy..."
19 Jun 2017
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Words & Photos Paul Robinson
One thing I know for sure is that AK loves a new set up, it's maybe something akin to the cathartic method of shaving your head, that or he just gets bored with colours and needs to change things up. I vote for cathartic head shaving anyway.
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Frame: CULT AK 21.25"
Forks: CULT Sect IC
Bars: CULT AK 10"
Grips: CULT AK
Stem: CULT Salvation V2
Headset: ECLAT Cargo
Seat: CULT AK
Post: ECLAT Torch Pivotal Post
Cranks: ECLAT Maverick Crank 170mm
Pedals: ECLAT AK
Sprocket: ECLAT AK Guard 25t
Rims: ECLAT Bondi XL
Front Hub: ECLAT Cortex with Nylon guards
Rear Hub: ECLAT Cortex Freecoaster with ECLAT Gong Nylon Driver Guard
Pegs: ECLAT Venom Peg 4.5” Dark Gum Compound
Tires: CULT AK 2.50"
Chain: ECLAT 4Stroke halflink
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Hey Alex, how would you describe your bike set up?
Nifty, nimble and minimalist.
Nice, what part do you rely on the most?
Grips! Pedals, and the frame! But I think the whole horse should be healthy.
I love a healthy horse, okay so what part do you go through the fastest?
It's gotta be grips, pedals and tires.
Does having a brand new set up effect the motivation to ride? or even just give you some extra buzz?
Yes completely... similar to a new baby! Having a new bike takes me through a period of transformation where everything becomes fresh and exciting again!
"...similar to a new baby! Having a new bike takes me through a period of transformation where everything becomes fresh and exciting again!"
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