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Pro Bike Check: Mihai Moga's Santa Cruz Nomad C 30

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Mihai
12/6/2012 1:39pm
My Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon, ready for the trail.
My Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon, ready for the trail.
RockShox Lyrik RC2DH up front and Vivid Air with medium tune out back. Works Components headset with 1.5-degree cup. Slacks the bike out really nicely. Truvativ Boobars cut to 30-inches and Avid X0 Trail brakes with 180mm and 160mm rotors.
RockShox Lyrik RC2DH up front and Vivid Air with medium tune out back. Works Components headset with 1.5-degree cup. Slacks the bike out really nicely. Truvativ Boobars cut to 30-inches and Avid X0 Trail brakes with 180mm and 160mm rotors.
I heat shrink-wrapped my cables to see how it would work. As you can see it works great!
I heat shrink-wrapped my cables to see how it would work. As you can see it works great!
So I was able to get my hands on a RockShox Reverb Stealth, but Nomads aren't prepped for the cable to run through the frame. I had a friend X-ray the frame to see if the cable would even be able to make it through the BB area. It could.
So I was able to get my hands on a RockShox Reverb Stealth, but Nomads aren't prepped for the cable to run through the frame. I had a friend X-ray the frame to see if the cable would even be able to make it through the BB area. It could.
<font color="#FF0000"><b>THIS WILL VOID YOUR FRAME WARRANTY AND IS NOT APPROVED BY SANTA CRUZ!</b></font> Even though I knew my warranty would be voided, I went for it anyways and created an entrance hold for the Reverb Stealth cable.
<font color="#FF0000"><b>THIS WILL VOID YOUR FRAME WARRANTY AND IS NOT APPROVED BY SANTA CRUZ!</b></font> Even though I knew my warranty would be voided, I went for it anyways and created an entrance hold for the Reverb Stealth cable.
Look at how nice and clean she is! I've been riding the bike hard, casing jumps and so far, so good.
Look at how nice and clean she is! I've been riding the bike hard, casing jumps and so far, so good.
SRAM X0 drive train. I love the type 2 derailleur with clutch system. It keeps the bike quiet.
SRAM X0 drive train. I love the type 2 derailleur with clutch system. It keeps the bike quiet.
Burgtec Penthouse flats with Ti spindles. Flats are most fun for everyday riding, but when I race, I'll throw on clips.
Burgtec Penthouse flats with Ti spindles. Flats are most fun for everyday riding, but when I race, I'll throw on clips.
I love a quiet bike, so I've used 3M mastic tape in every nook and cranny I can to keep noise down.
I love a quiet bike, so I've used 3M mastic tape in every nook and cranny I can to keep noise down.
Around the chainguide...
Around the chainguide...
On the chainguide...it just dampens the sound and lets me hear my knobs ripping the dirt. Over-the-top? Maybe, but it's how I roll.
On the chainguide...it just dampens the sound and lets me hear my knobs ripping the dirt. Over-the-top? Maybe, but it's how I roll.
My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava.
My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava.
My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava.
My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava.
My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava.
My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava.
Chillin' at Red Rocks.
Chillin' at Red Rocks.
Tongue out, flat out.
Tongue out, flat out.
My Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon, ready for the trail.
My Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon, ready for the trail.
My Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon, ready for the trail. RockShox Lyrik RC2DH up front and Vivid Air with medium tune out back. Works Components headset with 1.5-degree cup. Slacks the bike out really nicely. Truvativ Boobars cut to 30-inches and Avid X0 Trail brakes with 180mm and 160mm rotors. I heat shrink-wrapped my cables to see how it would work. As you can see it works great! So I was able to get my hands on a RockShox Reverb Stealth, but Nomads aren't prepped for the cable to run through the frame. I had a friend X-ray the frame to see if the cable would even be able to make it through the BB area. It could. <font color="#FF0000"><b>THIS WILL VOID YOUR FRAME WARRANTY AND IS NOT APPROVED BY SANTA CRUZ!</b></font> Even though I knew my warranty would be voided, I went for it anyways and created an entrance hold for the Reverb Stealth cable. Look at how nice and clean she is! I've been riding the bike hard, casing jumps and so far, so good. SRAM X0 drive train. I love the type 2 derailleur with clutch system. It keeps the bike quiet. Burgtec Penthouse flats with Ti spindles. Flats are most fun for everyday riding, but when I race, I'll throw on clips. I love a quiet bike, so I've used 3M mastic tape in every nook and cranny I can to keep noise down. Around the chainguide... On the chainguide...it just dampens the sound and lets me hear my knobs ripping the dirt. Over-the-top? Maybe, but it's how I roll. My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava. My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava. My timing system inspired by TJ Sharp. A cheap watch, and iPod cable and a Radio Shack Trigger button. Under $10 and more accurate than Strava. Chillin' at Red Rocks. Tongue out, flat out.
Parts
Brand
Model
Additional info

Parts

Frame
Santa Cruz
Nomad Carbon
Size Medium with some modifications like *custom* Reverb Stealth capability and plenty of Mastic tape to keep things quiet.
Frame: Santa Cruz Nomad Carbon. Misc: Size Medium with some modifications like *custom* Reverb Stealth capability and plenty of Mastic tape to keep things quiet.
Rear Shock
RockShox
Vivid Air R2C
Medium tune
Rear Shock: RockShox Vivid Air R2C. Misc: Medium tune
Fork
RockShox
Lyrik RC2DH
with Travel Adjust
Fork: RockShox Lyrik RC2DH. Misc: with Travel Adjust
Headset
Other
Works Components
using 1.5-degree cup
Headset: Other Works Components. Misc: using 1.5-degree cup
Handlebar
Truvativ
Boobar
Cut to 30-inches
Handlebar: Truvativ Boobar. Misc: Cut to 30-inches
Stem
Thomson
X4 50mm
Stem: Thomson X4 50mm
Grips
SRAM
Lock-on
Grips: SRAM Lock-on
Brakes
Avid
X0 Trail
180mm front and 160mm rear
Brakes: Avid X0 Trail. Misc: 180mm front and 160mm rear
Brake Levers
Avid
X0 Trail
Brake Levers: Avid X0 Trail
Shifters
SRAM
X0
Rear only
Shifters: SRAM X0. Misc: Rear only
Rear Derailleur
SRAM
X0 Type 2
Love how quiet the clutch is
Rear Derailleur: SRAM X0 Type 2. Misc: Love how quiet the clutch is
Chainguide
e*thirteen
LG1+ Chainguide
Chainguide: e*thirteen LG1+ Chainguide
Cranks
Truvativ
X0
Cranks: Truvativ X0
Chainrings / Sprocket
e*thirteen
Guidering
36t
Chainrings / Sprocket: e*thirteen Guidering. Misc: 36t
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ
Bottom Bracket: Truvativ
Chain
SRAM
PC-1091R 10SPD Hollowpin Chain
Chain: SRAM PC-1091R 10SPD Hollowpin Chain
Cassette / Rear Cog
SRAM
X0
10-speed, 11-36
Cassette / Rear Cog: SRAM X0. Misc: 10-speed, 11-36
Pedals
Burgtec
Penthouse Flats Mk3 Pedal with Ti Axle
I will run clips for racing if necessary
Pedals: Burgtec Penthouse Flats Mk3 Pedal with Ti Axle. Misc: I will run clips for racing if necessary
Front Rim
Sun Ringle
Equalizer
Front Rim: Sun Ringle Equalizer
Rear Rim
Sun Ringle
Equalizer
Rear Rim: Sun Ringle Equalizer
Hubs
Burgtec
20mm front, 10x135
Hubs: Burgtec. Misc: 20mm front, 10x135
Spokes
DT Swiss
Spokes: DT Swiss
Front Tire
Specialized
Butcher SX
2.3
Front Tire: Specialized Butcher SX. Misc: 2.3
Rear Tire
Specialized
Ground Control
2.3
Rear Tire: Specialized Ground Control. Misc: 2.3
Saddle
SDG
Duster with Ti Rails
Saddle: SDG Duster with Ti Rails
Seatpost
RockShox
Reverb Stealth
Yes, a Stealth on a Nomad. The video below will explain : )
Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth. Misc: Yes, a Stealth on a Nomad. The video below will explain : )
Seatpost Clamp
Thomson
Seatpost Clamp: Thomson
General Info

General Info

Model Year
Model Year:
Riding Type
Trail / All-Mountain
Riding Type:
Trail / All-Mountain
Additional Info

The video will provide more details on set up and build. Hope you get inspired! -Moga

Additional Info:

The video will provide more details on set up and build. Hope you get inspired! -Moga

Mihai
12/6/2012 1:39pm
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Tuup_J
11 years ago
Hello, first of all, sick bike!
I have a question, I see a short cage x0 derallieur and a 10 speed cassette with 36t as biggest sprocket. Don't you need a medium cage derallieur to handle the 10 speed cassette or works this also good? Best regards, Jeroen.
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WhipChop
11 years ago
Mihai - Love this bike setup. A quick tire question for you. I just stuck a Spec Butcher SX up front and am liking it so far. I feel like my conti trail king 2.2 in the rear is a bit lacking now. What Spec tire would you recommend for the back? I live in Northern Utah and usually it's dry loose soil over hard. Thanks!
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rkoozno
12 years ago
Hey, I'll buy that bike when you are done with it. Very nice set up.
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Acadian
12 years ago
I'm disappointed - no mention of the brand of zip ties used. way to leave out the critical details.

sweet ride...
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Acadian
12 years ago
hahahha - it takes a special bread to get excited over Zip Ties. You should have seen the order I placed the day I realized McMastercarr had a mega wide selection. Thanks for that link - but it doesn't seem to work for me.
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Mihai
12 years ago
Thanks everyone for the kind comments! I have fun building/ "customizing" my bikes and this Nomad was no exception.
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kyle10bike
12 years ago
Very nice! Like the photo of The Walll at the end, was that when you stole my KOM?!
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Mihai
12 years ago
Thank you! Sorry Kyle, Hornick was buying sushi dinner. You should ask him where your dinner is.
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Peresite70
12 years ago
Bike looks super cleand & SWEET!! I'm in the process of building a 13 carbon stumpy EVO which is going to be black and blue kinda like yours but with more blue in it. I'll definitely be posting it up once I'm finished with it here in the next couple weeks... Great build you've done for sure!!
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bhalpin47
12 years ago
What a clean ride... I love the black and blue color scheme. Can you clean the Mt. Falcon climb on that rig!?
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Mihai
12 years ago
Thanks! I used to be able to clean Mt. Falcon with a similar build nomad, but I haven't been on that trail for a long time. I like riding other trails around here more than Mt. Falcon.

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