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Thread: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    I don't see the pictures posted by Larry. How do I adjust my setting to get the pictures?

    Is it safe to say:
    Classic = bungee
    Grove = spring aluminum
    Cabane = long suspension outback
    dave

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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    I would refer to the classic gear as the factory bungee gear. After market Cabane gear and Aluminum spring gear is all aluminum. I have that on my Kitfox 4 and like it. JImChuk
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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    I?ve had all types of gear on my IV. Both my cabane gear and ?classic? gear were uncovered. There might have been a 2-3mph difference. When I switched from naked cabane gear to Grove gear I gained 8mph in cruise.
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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    I've converted to the spring gear and have a Grove aluminum main gear legs for sale.

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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    Just sent you a PM. Jim Chuk

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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    A local fellow with grove gear on his IV said it seems to rebound more than the cabane bungee gear

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    Default Re: Classic vs Cabane 'V' Gear

    Quote Originally Posted by atosrider View Post
    A local fellow with grove gear on his IV said it seems to rebound more than the cabane bungee gear
    The Grove gear teaches you to land properly.
    Phil Nelson
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