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bakedpow
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I know there are more brown pow lovers on this site, yah there is pinkbike but lets be honest, newshcoolers is wayyyy cooler. so lets posts our rides, questions about components, mechanic questions etc in this thread.

I just bought this beauty and i definitely sacrificed uphill capabiltiy in order to get a beefier dh/park bike. id been on a nomad for a while and it's a huge switch in riding styles for me. definitely getting used to the weight and having to keep speed a lot more.

specs for said beauty, 2011 rc2 dh totem, 2012 dhx rc4, highrollers front and back (gona go dhf front and highroller in the back), mtx 33 wheel set, slx brakes, diablous cranks, FSA 760mm Handlebar, Shimano SLX Shifter & Shimano Deore XT Derailleur.



Alright newschoolers, post your bikes. i wanna see some sexy steeds.
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ASSholebomber22
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ThaLoraxDiesel trucks are not new technology and have an established market with ample supply and demand. New technology is always more expensive due to cost of production and limited supply with high demand...... as i already stated above....


They would need to be half the price to compete with similar trucks or twice as capable to compete at the current price point. Regardless, cost aside the tech just isn't quite there yet anyways. It's great for being a daily driver, truck things not so much.
Mar 30 2022 10:10PM
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BrandoComando
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BiffbarfThey would need to be half the price to compete with similar trucks or twice as capable to compete at the current price point. Regardless, cost aside the tech just isn't quite there yet anyways. It's great for being a daily driver, truck things not so much.


It lacks in areas like hauling and towing, but it makes up for it in other places. No other vehicle is going 0-60 in 3 seconds on 33s. Not having axles or differentials means the ground clearance is much higher than similar vehicles. The approach and departure angles are also best-in-class since the wheels are located at ends of the vehicle (one of the biggest complaints about wheeling in the Jeep Gladiator). Having 100% available torque is great for off-roading as well. No need for lockers or overbuilt axles either. The offroad technology is seriously impressive if you're into that sort of thing. The gear tunnel, bike lock, tonneau cover, roof/bed rack, air compressor, bluetooth speaker, etc are some of the most innovative features I've seen in a new vehicle in a long time. It's like you took someone who'd never seen a pickup truck before, told them the general shape and function, and asked them to design one from scratch.

Yeah sure it won't tow a boat 600 miles. But you can do the Rubicon Trail stock and beat a Ferrari in a drag race, all while hauling your skis and bikes in the bed. $85k doesn't seem that unreasonable for a vehicle that capable.

**This post was edited on Mar 31st 2022 at 1:10:53am
Mar 31 2022 1:09AM
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cydwhit
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This is now a Rivian thread!

On a more bike related note, headed west to ski Hood and ride bikes in about a week. Gonna be coming through Hood River, White Salmon, Olympia, Port Angeles, Darrington and maybe a few other places as well. So holler if you want to ride bikes. I'll be loaded with free paintings and stickers and crap if you're into that. Always stoked to meet internet friends in real life.
Mar 31 2022 9:21AM
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ASSholebomber22
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BrandoComandoIt lacks in areas like hauling and towing, but it makes up for it in other places. No other vehicle is going 0-60 in 3 seconds on 33s. Not having axles or differentials means the ground clearance is much higher than similar vehicles. The approach and departure angles are also best-in-class since the wheels are located at ends of the vehicle (one of the biggest complaints about wheeling in the Jeep Gladiator). Having 100% available torque is great for off-roading as well. No need for lockers or overbuilt axles either. The offroad technology is seriously impressive if you're into that sort of thing. The gear tunnel, bike lock, tonneau cover, roof/bed rack, air compressor, bluetooth speaker, etc are some of the most innovative features I've seen in a new vehicle in a long time. It's like you took someone who'd never seen a pickup truck before, told them the general shape and function, and asked them to design one from scratch.

Yeah sure it won't tow a boat 600 miles. But you can do the Rubicon Trail stock and beat a Ferrari in a drag race, all while hauling your skis and bikes in the bed. $85k doesn't seem that unreasonable for a vehicle that capable.

**This post was edited on Mar 31st 2022 at 1:10:53am


It's all about the range man. If you could guarantee I could go ski or camp in variable/cold weather conditions, or not be worried about getting stuck in the mountains or desert without a charger I'd be all for it. Until then, the rivian isn't going to be some super viable 4x4 that will get you off the beaten path, ev advantages aside. All that said it is aluminum for the most part with independent suspension with cv joints while weighing more than 7k lbs, it will never be a prominent offroader for these reasons alone. It was designed for urban people who want a daily driver that can make trips to home depot or to fee campsites near their homes. Nothing wrong with that, but it's not honest to put them in the same practicality of ice trucks yet.
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maaattt
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Man I just straight will never care if a truck goes zero to sixty quickly, that's just a silly metric designed to get small minded people to get something obnoxious.


Anyway, I have to go back to the bike shop for a new wheel again.
Mar 31 2022 10:51AM
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Viehweg
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How are the trails in Duluth and the Twin Cities metro right now because I might be going there around Easter?
Mar 31 2022 9:27PM
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maaattt
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Yuba Expeditions is dead, LONG LIVE YUBA EXPEDITIONS
Mar 31 2022 11:20PM
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vermontana
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(threads) Just picked up a Transition Spire to replace my trusty Sentinel, will throw up some build pics when she's complete.
Apr 1 2022 3:06PM
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switchlip2
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Just stoked to ride today then we got 2 inches of snow:(
Apr 1 2022 3:16PM
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No.Quarter
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Scored a wheelset that is exactly what I have been trying to get parts to lace up for over a year. Hope Pro4 hubs with 110mm front and 197mm rear, laced to Ibis s35 aluminum wheels. The 4 season bike is finally coming together. The only hiccup is I now have to find an XD cassette somehow, or get a different freehub body to use my HG cassette.
I can't get a Pro4 Freehub body on QBP, and after emailing the US Hope rep it was suggested to buy one for $120 on ebay.
I originally though I wanted to go singlespeed, and I even bought a really nice narrow-wide cog for an HG Freehub, now the least expensive option would be an $80 Problem Solvers Zinger.
I'm really really hoping that a buddy will let me buy his spare 11 speed groupset that has a cassette for an XD driver, this will also be the best option because having a 51t climbing gear has made me soft, gotta get back to the times when 42t was a huge gear.
Apr 1 2022 6:17PM
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ski_salmon69
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switchlip2Just stoked to ride today then we got 2 inches of snow:(


riding in snow is fun though
Apr 1 2022 8:06PM
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tri_photo
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If anybody is in the market:

https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3300105/

I can try and be flexible on pricing
Apr 2 2022 2:30PM
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ASSholebomber22
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tri_photoIf anybody is in the market:

https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3300105/

I can try and be flexible on pricing


Damn not a terrible build/price glws
Apr 2 2022 7:32PM
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switchlip2
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Getting burnt out from skiing. Hiked a rail today on a patch of snow and just wasn’t the same. So ready for bike season

**This post was edited on Apr 2nd 2022 at 10:15:16pm
Apr 2 2022 10:14PM
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Fancy_Latte
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hey real quick I just got a job on trail crew for a bike park but have never actually done any mountain biking stuff lol
Does anyone have any direct advice on buying a mountain bike? I've been told to go for enduro, I'm just concerned with what to avoid/look for, how people might try to fuck with you on a sale, warning signs, etc. Also looking for a bike

**This post was edited on Apr 4th 2022 at 5:05:25pm
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cydwhit
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Fancy_Lattehey real quick I just got a job on trail crew for a bike park but have never actually done any mountain biking stuff lol
Does anyone have any direct advice on buying a mountain bike? I've been told to go for enduro, I'm just concerned with what to avoid/look for, how people might try to fuck with you on a sale, warning signs, etc. Also looking for a bike

**This post was edited on Apr 4th 2022 at 5:05:25pm


Pinkbike has a bunch of good articles and videos about buying used bikes.

If there's a shop affiliated with your bike park look into renting/demoing a few bikes from them.

Or you can just go full hog and buy a bike. I'd recommend this. It's about as good a deal as I've seen for the price.

But honestly, borrowing/demoing/renting a bike for few weeks, as you learn about the sport and decide if you like it enough to commit is a better idea than just buying a bike right out the gate.
Apr 4 2022 5:26PM
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skierman
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Fancy_Lattehey real quick I just got a job on trail crew for a bike park but have never actually done any mountain biking stuff lol
Does anyone have any direct advice on buying a mountain bike? I've been told to go for enduro, I'm just concerned with what to avoid/look for, how people might try to fuck with you on a sale, warning signs, etc. Also looking for a bike

**This post was edited on Apr 4th 2022 at 5:05:25pm


Which park are you working at? I just want to know which place to avoid like the fucking plague.
Apr 4 2022 5:29PM
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Fancy_Latte
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skiermanWhich park are you working at? I just want to know which place to avoid like the fucking plague.


thanks man that would be awesome
Apr 4 2022 5:35PM
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Fancy_Latte
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cydwhitPinkbike has a bunch of good articles and videos about buying used bikes.

If there's a shop affiliated with your bike park look into renting/demoing a few bikes from them.

Or you can just go full hog and buy a bike. I'd recommend this. It's about as good a deal as I've seen for the price.

But honestly, borrowing/demoing/renting a bike for few weeks, as you learn about the sport and decide if you like it enough to commit is a better idea than just buying a bike right out the gate.


thanks I didnt know that was a thing with bikes, I'll def try the rent thing out
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No.Quarter
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Fancy_Lattehey real quick I just got a job on trail crew for a bike park but have never actually done any mountain biking stuff lol
Does anyone have any direct advice on buying a mountain bike? I've been told to go for enduro, I'm just concerned with what to avoid/look for, how people might try to fuck with you on a sale, warning signs, etc. Also looking for a bike

**This post was edited on Apr 4th 2022 at 5:05:25pm


I wouldn't be surprised if some of your co-workers give you a little shit for not being a mountain biker and working on a bike park trail crew, but they will probably be the ones most excited about and invested in getting you on a bike. They could be the ones with the know how and connections to good bikes for sale. If the mountain you are working at has a demo fleet they may have some previous model years for sale, but the best time to buy those was at the end of last season most likely. I would also assume that as an employee you might get discounts on bike demos, most parks will likely have both DH and Enduro bikes available for demo.
If you are only wanting to ride park, get a DH bike that can handle that kind of abuse. If you wanna do any climbing get an enduro bike with 140-170mm of travel. Bikes are really good these days, and it's honestly hard to get a bad new bike, a direct sales company or a company that you can get with employee/industry discount through your employer will be your best deal for a new bike.
For used bikes the biggest green flag in a sale posting is a thorough description of any upgrades and service that has been done to the bike. Lots of good pictures, and especially detailed pictures that show any damage or wear are important. Even just a thorough listing of all of the components is a good sight to see. If you can tell that someone was emotionally attached to the bike they are selling its a good sign. Watch out for old bikes (older than 2015?) with vague descriptions and shitty pictures, people just trying to take advantage of the high demand in the used market. There are also probably a lot of people out there who bought a bike when the Covid boom first started and are getting rid of it because they never ended up riding as much as they thought they would, which could mean either getting a bike with very minimal wear and tear but could also mean they are ignorant to any issues with the bike. Beware that you may need to budget a few hundred extra bucks to spend if any suspension needs to be rebuilt/serviced. When viewing a bike in person beware of any clunks and clicks coming from suspension pivots, brakes can be bled and drivetrains can be tuned with relative ease, but if the pivots or bearings need work it can get expensive fast.
What is your budget?
Apr 4 2022 5:45PM
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Fancy_Latte
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No.QuarterI wouldn't be surprised if some of your co-workers give you a little shit for not being a mountain biker and working on a bike park trail crew, but they will probably be the ones most excited about and invested in getting you on a bike. They could be the ones with the know how and connections to good bikes for sale. If the mountain you are working at has a demo fleet they may have some previous model years for sale, but the best time to buy those was at the end of last season most likely. I would also assume that as an employee you might get discounts on bike demos, most parks will likely have both DH and Enduro bikes available for demo.
If you are only wanting to ride park, get a DH bike that can handle that kind of abuse. If you wanna do any climbing get an enduro bike with 140-170mm of travel. Bikes are really good these days, and it's honestly hard to get a bad new bike, a direct sales company or a company that you can get with employee/industry discount through your employer will be your best deal for a new bike.
For used bikes the biggest green flag in a sale posting is a thorough description of any upgrades and service that has been done to the bike. Lots of good pictures, and especially detailed pictures that show any damage or wear are important. Even just a thorough listing of all of the components is a good sight to see. If you can tell that someone was emotionally attached to the bike they are selling its a good sign. Watch out for old bikes (older than 2015?) with vague descriptions and shitty pictures, people just trying to take advantage of the high demand in the used market. There are also probably a lot of people out there who bought a bike when the Covid boom first started and are getting rid of it because they never ended up riding as much as they thought they would, which could mean either getting a bike with very minimal wear and tear but could also mean they are ignorant to any issues with the bike. Beware that you may need to budget a few hundred extra bucks to spend if any suspension needs to be rebuilt/serviced. When viewing a bike in person beware of any clunks and clicks coming from suspension pivots, brakes can be bled and drivetrains can be tuned with relative ease, but if the pivots or bearings need work it can get expensive fast.
What is your budget?


A little shit would be warranted haha. I work park crew in winter so I figured why not since I know a few people. Thanks for all the info, its exactly what I needed. I gotta do my research, but 3-4k should be my budget. From what I've been told so far enduro seems the best bet for my location, as we are the only bike park in the greater area. I wanted to consider resale value too, so I don't end up stuck with a bike if I call it quits in a few years.
Apr 4 2022 5:53PM
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doubleblackjack
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https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/1038793/trim-1EBFDD27-63A2-4225-A7C2-C8DF25003598-MOVsuper stoked to get the confidence up on the new bike!! Shuttle days with friends are god tier
Apr 4 2022 8:37PM
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No.Quarter
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In-progress pic of my partner’s bike. Always love how much a new cockpit and fork can change the look of a bike. Got a whole bunch of parts coming for this and my hard tail build. Gonna be spending quite a bit of time in the shop the next couple weeks. Currently have 5 unfinished projects in the works, 2 that are destined to my garage and 3 to be sold at the co-op.
Apr 8 2022 12:33PM
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switchlip2
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https://www.commencalusa.com/clash-essential-ash-grey-2022-c2x35182075
Fancy_LatteA little shit would be warranted haha. I work park crew in winter so I figured why not since I know a few people. Thanks for all the info, its exactly what I needed. I gotta do my research, but 3-4k should be my budget. From what I've been told so far enduro seems the best bet for my location, as we are the only bike park in the greater area. I wanted to consider resale value too, so I don't end up stuck with a bike if I call it quits in a few years.

If ur riding a good chunk of park. This bike might just be perfect for ya. Commencals are alloy and the bike/frame will keep its value longer and less risk of getting internal damage. 27.5inch wheels and 180mm front and 170mm rear will be super fun in the park, and and climb pretty good too.
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tri_photo
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https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3300105/

selling my canyon if there is anyone local interested
Apr 9 2022 9:37PM
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ski_salmon69
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Fredrick watershed trails in maryland are fucking gas. Crazy tech but also some nice jumps
Apr 9 2022 9:41PM
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doubleblackjack
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ski_salmon69Fredrick watershed trails in maryland are fucking gas. Crazy tech but also some nice jumps


Are they doing the dh open again this year? It looked way too fun last year
Apr 9 2022 11:28PM
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clindblomskier
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ski_salmon69Fredrick watershed trails in maryland are fucking gas. Crazy tech but also some nice jumps


Loveeee that place! The push trail area is so cool and the dh trails are sm fun
Apr 11 2022 9:06PM
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.squirrely.
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Ripley custom build, stoked!
Apr 14 2022 4:50PM
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switchlip2
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.squirrely.Ripley custom build, stoked!


Looks sick!
Apr 14 2022 4:51PM
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ski_salmon69
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doubleblackjackAre they doing the dh open again this year? It looked way too fun last year


i would guess they are, i rode part of the dh track and it’s super fun
Apr 15 2022 9:59PM
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ski_salmon69
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clindblomskierLoveeee that place! The push trail area is so cool and the dh trails are sm fun


I’ll have to check out the push trails next time, they look so fun
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DayMan
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I’ve been eying the Specialized Status after a very long break from mountain biking and can’t decide on 140 vs. 160. Obviously hard to answer without knowing how I ride but anyone have some general thoughts on the difference? I live in CO front range if that helps

was going to get something cheaper/used but stock is so fucked everywhere rn that I think I’m just gonna go for it while it’s still in stock. 0% APR financing with Klarna is pretty tight
Apr 17 2022 3:58PM
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piss.boy
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clindblomskierTrails suck. Hadn’t rained in days and it was an absolute mudder due to how horribly the trails drained

also no bike racks on the lift you literally have to carry your muddy ass bike on the chair with you

Did you just grab it by the handle bars the whole way up?
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ASSholebomber22
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DayManI’ve been eying the Specialized Status after a very long break from mountain biking and can’t decide on 140 vs. 160. Obviously hard to answer without knowing how I ride but anyone have some general thoughts on the difference? I live in CO front range if that helps

was going to get something cheaper/used but stock is so fucked everywhere rn that I think I’m just gonna go for it while it’s still in stock. 0% APR financing with Klarna is pretty tight


All depends what you wanna prioritize, a little more pop and a light bike go 140, if you want a lil more composure over chunk or like goin big cop the 160
Apr 17 2022 4:51PM
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switchlip2
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Got to shuttle this weekend. This bike is real fun!!
Apr 17 2022 7:49PM
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ski_salmon69
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I thought for a few months i forgot how to jump but it was just my fucking rebound tune was wack wtf
Apr 17 2022 8:04PM
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dognuts
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ski_salmon69I thought for a few months i forgot how to jump but it was just my fucking rebound tune was wack wtf

im adjusting to a new bike rn and holy crap there is so many settings for yhe suspension

i did the exact same thing lol my rebound was waaaay different than my old bike and i was so confused
Apr 18 2022 12:29AM
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ski_salmon69
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dognutsim adjusting to a new bike rn and holy crap there is so many settings for yhe suspension

i did the exact same thing lol my rebound was waaaay different than my old bike and i was so confused


Yeah man, just kinda gotta make sure everything is balanced out front and rear I’ve found. I changed too much on the shock without changing the fork and it just was not balanced
Apr 18 2022 1:06AM
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No.Quarter
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Doing my first enduro race in a couple months (at the end of June which is still relatively early in the season 'round these parts), and I'm starting to get really excited for it. Looking back on previous race courses some of the stages are on trails that I have ridden before but it's in a mostly unfamiliar locale, I've only been riding there on a couple of weekend occasions. I'm trying to figure out how to prepare for it, and if it will be worth it to do a weekend camping trip/long day trip well before race day, where I would do a long all-day ride to try and get in as much exposure to as many of the trails possible that might be candidates for the course selection. Or if it would be more worth it to train more on familiar trails close to home and then once the actual race course is announced I would take off work a couple of days immediately before race day and do a course pre-ride thursday, cruise/rest friday, then race on Saturday.
Apr 18 2022 11:02AM
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cydwhit
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No.QuarterDoing my first enduro race in a couple months (at the end of June which is still relatively early in the season 'round these parts), and I'm starting to get really excited for it. Looking back on previous race courses some of the stages are on trails that I have ridden before but it's in a mostly unfamiliar locale, I've only been riding there on a couple of weekend occasions. I'm trying to figure out how to prepare for it, and if it will be worth it to do a weekend camping trip/long day trip well before race day, where I would do a long all-day ride to try and get in as much exposure to as many of the trails possible that might be candidates for the course selection. Or if it would be more worth it to train more on familiar trails close to home and then once the actual race course is announced I would take off work a couple of days immediately before race day and do a course pre-ride thursday, cruise/rest friday, then race on Saturday.


Helenduro?

I know the feeling. We usually don't have anything technical riding till late May, and then I've got the hardest/most awesome race of the year second weekend of June haha. Gotta get in shape now, just so I don't completely embarrass myself.

Why not both? I'd assume most of their trails will be riding in a couple weeks, take a weekend then, get a big ride with as much familiarization as possible, and then head up, pre-ride, chill, and race. Early season Helena is always a good time, might as well make the most of it!
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No.Quarter
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cydwhitHelenduro?

I know the feeling. We usually don't have anything technical riding till late May, and then I've got the hardest/most awesome race of the year second weekend of June haha. Gotta get in shape now, just so I don't completely embarrass myself.

Why not both? I'd assume most of their trails will be riding in a couple weeks, take a weekend then, get a big ride with as much familiarization as possible, and then head up, pre-ride, chill, and race. Early season Helena is always a good time, might as well make the most of it!


Yup, Helenduro, on the last Saturday in June, when I'm typically just starting to get into good riding shape. Most likely will be heading out there for at least a day trip in the next several weeks weather depending, a few friends went out there a couple weeks ago during some chance warm spring days. Really hoping that my schedule will allow for me to take that Thursday and Friday before race day off of work, but if not it's probably totally feasible for me to just do a day trip or head out after work the night before. Worst case scenario I just ride it blind and hope that I can pace off of someone who knows the trails a little better. It's my first race and I'm really just going out for a fun challenge, I'm not all that competitive of a person.

After that little warm weather pattern I was all stoked to start getting out and putting a tool in some dirt this past week but then Bozeman got hit with a cold front and some snow, but it looks like we might be getting a little warmer temps and rain this week, hoping I'm able to start scouting out trails. Got some word on the plans for the Leverich rehab slated for this summer, the USFS approved for the downhill to get a bunch of machine work and some trail armoring with pavers on some of the sections that get the most haggard with braking bumps, as well as a complete re-direct of the climb so that there is no lollipop at the start and is truly one-way for the entire length of the downhill. Really hoping the latter solves some of the user conflict issues. Not supposed to happen until later in the season, but in the meantime this spring I'm planning on doing some solo work on the mini-downhill that is halfway up the climb. I'm really hoping that all of the machine work doesn't dumb down the trail too much, and I know the SWMMBA trails manager doesn't want that either but there really isn't much room to make it more difficult when it's the kind of trail where most of it's difficulty is due to it being so highly trafficked and just getting haggard. There's really a small percentage of the trail that has much potential to add difficulty, especially with the constraint of any added features needing to be "natural" (not jumps).

So if anyone near Bozeman wants to help out with a pretty big project this summer, keep your eyes peeled on SWMMBA's calendar for upcoming group dig days.
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clindblomskier
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switchlip2

Got to shuttle this weekend. This bike is real fun!!


Yo! What shit did guys shuttle? Please check on smelly toes for me ❤️
Apr 18 2022 1:13PM
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switchlip2
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clindblomskierYo! What shit did guys shuttle? Please check on smelly toes for me ❤️


Yo! I was going to but lake today gate was closed and locked and my trail bikes in the shop so I was not boutta ride my dh bike up lake road haha. Just shuttled ruff and tumble a bit and then right side blues on western. Prolly gonna do all of western next weekend and hopefully some basin if the gate is open
Apr 18 2022 2:14PM
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maaattt
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Any Seattle area bikers here? I will also be in Bellingham at least one weekend out of the month
Apr 21 2022 6:05PM
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Viehweg
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Would a pair of dunks or vans be better for Mtbing because mountain bike specific shoes are not drippy enough.
Apr 23 2022 7:28PM
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armchair_skier
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ViehwegWould a pair of dunks or vans be better for Mtbing because mountain bike specific shoes are not drippy enough.


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doubleblackjack
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ViehwegWould a pair of dunks or vans be better for Mtbing because mountain bike specific shoes are not drippy enough.


I wear jordans
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danbrown
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ViehwegWould a pair of dunks or vans be better for Mtbing because mountain bike specific shoes are not drippy enough.





I got these specialized shoes this year and they’re great you should buy them
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