Member of the Month

KilaTsunami
October, 2024

Online

Welcome to the Newschoolers forums! You may read the forums as a guest, however you must be a registered member to post. Register to become a member today!

Biking - Road - Mountain - Dirt Jumping - Downhill - BMX

profile picture
ColoradoSkiShop
Posts: 504 - Karma: 139
What's up NS'rs?  Tis the season to put the skis away for most of us not fortunate enough to get to a Summer Camp or setup.  So then what?  Do you find yourself riding bikes to pass time in the off season? 

Let's see some photos and videos of your riding this season or last.  Where do you ride?  Maybe we can get a group of us together and go for a ride this Summer.

If you have any tech/service/sales questions please feel free to post them up here and we'll try our best to answer them for you.


Mar 27 2012 1:45PM
0 0
profile picture
sndyrvr
Posts: 684 - Karma: 119
I ride cocks in my past time
Mar 27 2012 1:49PM
0 0
profile picture
jdubbs.
Posts: 728 - Karma: 119
Haha. Can you make the haul out to PA?
Mar 27 2012 1:51PM
0 0
profile picture
skithesprings
Posts: 9086 - Karma: 1,349
haha, this,

I ride road, XC, DH, BMX, and DJ, mostly DH though. It's the closest summer version of skiing, besides skiing

Mar 27 2012 1:58PM
0 0
profile picture
cow.
Posts: 416 - Karma: 200
DH XC and dirt jumping are my jam. pm me if anyone comes to vancouver?
Mar 27 2012 2:08PM
0 0
profile picture
ColoradoSkiShop
Posts: 504 - Karma: 139
May have to make a DH road trip to Vancouver!
Mar 27 2012 2:13PM
0 0
profile picture
1337
Posts: 31053 - Karma: 29,231
I road bike mostly, in southern maine/seacoast nh/ma areas
Mar 27 2012 2:17PM
0 0
profile picture
Flying~Squirrel
Posts: 6494 - Karma: 192
i xc a bit, although i havent as much recently
Mar 27 2012 2:21PM
0 0
profile picture
the_moderaper
Posts: 2465 - Karma: 218
I ride a Diamondback mountain bike (one of the 300 dollar ones from dicks). I just started mountain biking this spring, like three weeks ago. I've only rode a few trails in my town, mostly really rocky downhill trails, but mostly trails that go down from Castle Craig in Meriden, CT. Theres an access road that we drive the bikes up to the top, ride down, and have another car waiting to drive back to the top.

I have a qq,

I don't have disk breaks. Do I really need them? Can I get the parts to put them on my non-disk break bike?


Mar 27 2012 3:50PM
0 0
profile picture
skithesprings
Posts: 9086 - Karma: 1,349
depends, check the fork and frame for disk brake mounts. If they're there, you can do it, although, there isn't much of a point to putting disc brakes on a 300 dollar bike. If you're riding it that seriously you're going to need to upgrade sooner or later. hell, a decent set of brakes alone will run around 300 dollars.
Mar 27 2012 5:18PM
0 0
profile picture
Cufe.
Posts: 1950 - Karma: 262
I do all kind of stuff, loads of DH, FR, DJ, AM. BMX. I just got out on my first road ride of the season yesterday though so that will become a staple for me this year I think.

Also, does anyone here ride Whistler? I will be up there a lot this summer if some things work out and would be stoked to ride with some people.
Mar 27 2012 5:33PM
0 0
profile picture
vauban08
Posts: 575 - Karma: 119
Like a maniac - it's so warm outside it would be a sin not to go shredding. Almost like last year:

Mar 27 2012 5:41PM
0 0
profile picture
b.utters
Posts: 321 - Karma: 99
Downhill season is about to start in AUS! First race was canceled after the track was destroyed in the last national round. :(
Mar 27 2012 6:18PM
0 0
profile picture
tripnip
Posts: 1882 - Karma: 482
if i wasnt in mexico i would be in co right now training for xc season
Mar 27 2012 7:38PM
0 0
profile picture
skithesprings
Posts: 9086 - Karma: 1,349
Gnartron...

>sees thread about sports
>trolls it
>posts CNN/MSNBC article
Mar 27 2012 8:48PM
0 0
profile picture
Cufe.
Posts: 1950 - Karma: 262
WANNA RIDE BRO?
Mar 27 2012 9:00PM
0 0
profile picture
OssargYormada
Posts: 671 - Karma: 186

Diablo park New jersey all the way!!

actually its mountain creek bike park now..

Apr 5 2012 9:14AM
0 0
profile picture
Petey.
Posts: 5736 - Karma: 4,885
So, you rode cocks.
Apr 5 2012 9:20AM
0 0
profile picture
.JPolster
Posts: 782 - Karma: 17
Click for larger image

Bought this last year. Only got out for a couple long rides so hopefully i can do more this summer.
Apr 5 2012 9:25AM
0 0
profile picture
dylansiggers
Posts: 1666 - Karma: 6,079
Click for larger image
Click for larger image
Click for larger image
Apr 5 2012 11:59AM
0 0
profile picture
Crossfade
Posts: 743 - Karma: 24
Never owned a quality bike before but this summer I'm gonna drop like 3 grand on a brand new setup.  Any ideas on a downhill?  mountainbike.  sorry i'm new to this game.
Apr 5 2012 12:07PM
0 0
profile picture
OssargYormada
Posts: 671 - Karma: 186
I'd get a giant, I've been riding them for 10 years, never had a problem. check out their site
Apr 5 2012 12:11PM
0 0
profile picture
captainslack
Posts: 303 - Karma: 449
don't just drop a load on a full suspension bike, get a decent hardtail and learn to ride downhill on that, you'll improve far quicker and it means when you do cross over to the rear travel you'll be a far smoother rider and quicker too.

if you are set on a downhill rig then giant is always a safe option, the older glories are particularly good for beginners as they're pretty robust, haven't been on the latest frame tho.

also look out for nukeproof's new frame, really good geo and pretty cheap for a decent set up-not sure how easy they are to get over in the US tho.

also have a look at specialised, maybe something like the status or status 2. if you can stretch then obviously the demo is the one to get from that range.


go into your local and see what they suggest, probably the wisest option.


Apr 5 2012 12:34PM
0 0
profile picture
OhioDreams
Posts: 444 - Karma: 918
We've got a ton of BMX action going down at camp in addition to the ski program. Lots of racing along with an awful lot of trail/dirt jump riding and indoor and outdoor park shredding. We're looking into building some mtn. bike specific trails in the next few years, we'll see.

Biking is such a fun summer alternative to skiing and it does a might fine job of keeping you in shape in the off season.
Apr 5 2012 1:00PM
0 0
profile picture
Crossfade
Posts: 743 - Karma: 24
I am 6'4" and have a large build.  (I'm a big dude.)  Not sure what to buy but I'm guessing a larger frame with decent suspension?  Just want something that feels comfortable size-ways so I can charge it.
Apr 5 2012 1:09PM
0 0
profile picture
OssargYormada
Posts: 671 - Karma: 186
I'd go test ride several different types/brands considering your size
Apr 9 2012 9:59AM
0 0
profile picture
rudager
Posts: 11335 - Karma: 4,624
These days, I road bike, picking up a new one this summer probably, then will have some trips planned with my room mate so he can rebuild his knee. I used to downhill in Golden, BC. There is a pretty large scene there (two dh mountains, tons of cross country), however, about 5 or 6 years ago, I took a rather odd crash and ended up tearing the ligament that holds my ulna to my wrist. After that, I stopped riding. I do want to try and get back into it though.
Apr 9 2012 10:07AM
0 0
profile picture
egg.
Posts: 3231 - Karma: 3,477
VALMONT BIKE PARK!!!

edit from when i wasn't as good as i am now.

Apr 9 2012 10:13AM
0 0
profile picture
Craze
Posts: 1132 - Karma: 423
i ride bmx, got a few jumps im working on at my house. Other then that i ride apple creek trails and sometimes Ohio Dreams.
Apr 9 2012 10:21AM
0 0
profile picture
bgeast
Posts: 90 - Karma: 9
i ride alot of stuff out in the woods, cross country... but just started building some dirt jumps
Apr 9 2012 11:24AM
0 0
profile picture
Benji.
Posts: 1146 - Karma: 88
I really want a DH bike. :(
Apr 9 2012 11:34AM
0 0
profile picture
bermbuster49
Posts: 7445 - Karma: 90
ride a lot of cross country, just a means of training for dirt bike races. but it beats the hell out of the gym, and i love every minute of it!!

Click for larger image

new spot thats getting some love from the locals!! nice berms and jumps.

Click for larger image


Apr 9 2012 12:13PM
0 0
profile picture
shorty_T
Posts: 2725 - Karma: 761
Click for larger image
Me
Click for larger image
[img]
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/316796_10150415117006982_619091981_10889686_1505502_n.jpg[/img]
Click for larger image
Click for larger image
my husband

We love to ride at least 3 days a week all over Southern California.
Apr 9 2012 2:23PM
0 0
profile picture
J-Sway
Posts: 685 - Karma: 111

threads, for when I get home.

Apr 9 2012 3:56PM
0 0
profile picture
stupendous-man
Posts: 8637 - Karma: 13,293
Biking is the tits, i have a trail system in my backyard that is super fun. some old pics:

Mt hood skibowl:
Click for larger image

Pleasanton, CA:
Click for larger image

Bend, OR:
Click for larger image
Click for larger image

Windells:
Click for larger image

The backyard, my new drop in for a bunch of lines. hopefully making a dryslope thing out of it this summer too:
Click for larger image


Apr 9 2012 4:39PM
0 0
profile picture
J-Sway
Posts: 685 - Karma: 111
whislaa.....Click for larger image
Apr 9 2012 9:45PM
0 0
profile picture
bangarangmules
Posts: 5065 - Karma: 84
I ride road a lot to supplement my running, and ride xc on weekends when I get a chance.
Apr 9 2012 10:15PM
0 0
profile picture
DR.SHRED
Posts: 2134 - Karma: 503
anyone going to sea otter?
Apr 10 2012 1:01AM
0 0
profile picture
shorty_T
Posts: 2725 - Karma: 761
I heard the DH is pretty much a glorified fire road and it is really expensive...
Apr 10 2012 5:52PM
0 0
profile picture
deathcookie
Posts: 1800 - Karma: 1,196
Where is this lower trail with the berms and jumps? There are definitely some fun trails in the lehigh valley/reading area.
Apr 10 2012 6:02PM
0 0
profile picture
Abc567def
Posts: 8756 - Karma: 801
This is my new bike just got it 3 days ago

Click for larger image
Apr 10 2012 6:09PM
0 0
profile picture
stupendous-man
Posts: 8637 - Karma: 13,293
I think he means to watch... but the DH is a bit better now with the improvements. still not worth the entry price imo, its more of a flowy jumpy fire road now.
Apr 10 2012 7:15PM
0 0
profile picture
kstanz
Posts: 3058 - Karma: 477
I'm the coach/manager/everything for my highschool's XC racing team this year pretty stoked!! I'll post some pics later maybe. Love biking, started out a little BMX but now I am all about DH and XC.
Apr 10 2012 7:24PM
0 0
profile picture
B-runge
Posts: 16558 - Karma: 361
I ride XC about 1-3 times a week and also ride my single speed or old hardtail mtb around for transportation a majority of the time if i dont need a car for long distances or carrying things

I did DH at whisltler last summer and it was the most fun i have ever had on two wheels, it was almost as fun as a pow day of skiing. though I was probably one of the biggest dh-gapers on the mtn with my dad and bro on those neon kona stinkys you rent in the village, haha. People were screamin in behind us all the time and i didnt know what to do so pulled off to the side half the time which is apparently the wrong thing and just road slowly with them behind me half the time which made me feel really bad for them
Apr 10 2012 7:24PM
0 0
profile picture
ForeverYung
Posts: 8385 - Karma: 2,060
Down hill mountain biking is the tits. I live toft on the side of a mountain so I will make sine trails with jumps and what not this summer, should be fun
Apr 10 2012 7:43PM
0 0
profile picture
cwillygood
Posts: 6831 - Karma: 1,829
CAN anyone recommend me a Dirt jumping bike?!!???? i have a bmx, dont really go to the parks anymore but have a tun of trails near my house with some nice sized dirt jumps, really want a hard tail dirt jumping bike dont have that much cash so cant spend alot probably around 900 ish, i know i can get something amazing but i dont ride super hard, just looking to bomb around the trails
Apr 22 2012 2:56PM
0 0
profile picture
rudager
Posts: 11335 - Karma: 4,624
Specialized P2
Apr 22 2012 2:59PM
0 0
profile picture
DBL
Posts: 1405 - Karma: 2,218
Used yo Durt Jump, now am BMXing! Looking into getting a Fit Edie 3 or a WTP Versus, can't chose
Apr 22 2012 3:03PM
0 0
profile picture
*N_Wist*
Posts: 422 - Karma: 79
this this this, Thats what I ride and I love it I've put it through some major abuse and its still going strong.
Apr 22 2012 3:12PM
0 0
profile picture
cwillygood
Posts: 6831 - Karma: 1,829
word, i was looking at this one, i know specialized makes great stuff
Apr 22 2012 3:31PM
0 0
profile picture
J-Sway
Posts: 685 - Karma: 111
Blk Mrkt mob, or riot. Banshee amp. Transition trail or park. Cove sanchez. I dont really like what specialized did to there DJ line up this year, seems like they have went cheap on there components this year. Most dirt jumpers are very similar so just try to find a decent one for a good deal.
Apr 22 2012 11:43PM
0 0
All times are Eastern (-5)