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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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Mar-O
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DrZoidbergI was riding on Saturday and clipped a tree trunk with my pedal at a decent speed. More or less stopped instantly, although I managed to walk away perfectly fine despite a dramatic fall. I think I bent the axel or spindle or whatever you're going to call it on the pedal. It still spins fine, but it's ever so slightly bent relative to the crank. Doesn't seem like it's going to break or anything. Deity Comps are pretty strong apparently.

May or may not have bent the derailleur hanger too. Hard to tell. Probably will just replace it anyway.

If you bent the derailleur hanger I'm pretty sure you should be able to bend it back really cheap at your local bike shop. Had that done once and was definitely allot cheaper than buying the hanger alignment tool myself or buying a new hanger.
Jul 26 2017 4:34AM
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ThaLorax
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The Big Mountain Enduro comes to Snowmass tomorrow for the only American stop this year, and I'm sick with mono and can't go watch the pros slay my local trails and get access to trails that I don't even get access to. Also, because of the mono, I'm not allowed to mtn bike for a month. This means I'm actually going to have to go hiking.
Jul 26 2017 8:16PM
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DrZoidberg
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Mar-OIf you bent the derailleur hanger I'm pretty sure you should be able to bend it back really cheap at your local bike shop. Had that done once and was definitely allot cheaper than buying the hanger alignment tool myself or buying a new hanger.

I think I fixed it. I had everything apart and messed with the limiting screws on it a bit. The hanger might be a tad bent but it's not randomly switching gears and whatever anymore so it's in order. Went riding for a bit and didn't drop a chain. I'll take it.

I know there's tons of variations in tires, but what's one you can't go wrong with for loose, dry dusty stuff, dirt and general woods stuff. Not lots of roots or rocks or wetness. What's the fulltilts of tires?
Jul 26 2017 8:22PM
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ThaLorax
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DrZoidbergI know there's tons of variations in tires, but what's one you can't go wrong with for loose, dry dusty stuff, dirt and general woods stuff. Not lots of roots or rocks or wetness. What's the fulltilts of tires?

There's so many options out there, but right now I'm running the Maxxis High Roller 2.3 on my front and the WTB Vigilante 2.3 on the back and I think it might be my favorite tire combo I've ever used in my nearly 20 years of mtn biking.
Jul 26 2017 9:54PM
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.lencon
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ThaLoraxThere's so many options out there, but right now I'm running the Maxxis High Roller 2.3 on my front and the WTB Vigilante 2.3 on the back and I think it might be my favorite tire combo I've ever used in my nearly 20 years of mtn biking.


Loving my Maxxis High Roller 2.3s Im running them on the front and the rear though. Still super nice.

Also, you should go even if you have mono.. thats just one of those things you need to do when you're sick haha.
Jul 26 2017 10:12PM
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ThaLorax
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.lenconLoving my Maxxis High Roller 2.3s Im running them on the front and the rear though. Still super nice.

Also, you should go even if you have mono.. thats just one of those things you need to do when you're sick haha.


Personally, I like having a round shaped tread on the rear tire. That's why I threw the Vigilante on the rear. I don't like tall, knobby/flat tread on the rear. I feel I can initiate turns better with a roundish rear. Keeping the High Roller up front helps with tread while climbing and digging in while in mid-turn/preventing front tire washout.

And ya, I'm going to try and make it to at least one of the stages. Snowmass built a new trail for the race. Can't wait to ride it after (a month from now, when I'm allowed to exercise again).

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Jul 27 2017 12:28AM
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ThaLorax
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Also, order a new derailleur hangar for your bike. they're not expensive, and easy to replace. It makes a huge difference in your bikes performance. On almost all bikes, they're made of very soft aluminium, so they're literally made to break so your frame/drivetrain doesn't' break instead.
Jul 27 2017 1:22PM
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onenerdykid
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ThaLoraxAlso, order a new derailleur hangar for your bike. they're not expensive, and easy to replace. It makes a huge difference in your bikes performance. On almost all bikes, they're made of very soft aluminium, so they're literally made to break so your frame/drivetrain doesn't' break instead.


Having snapped a hanger at the furthest point on the trail, I now make it a point to carry a spare with me. Quite often, they don't bend back very well and snap due their super soft construction. Carry a spare- it's cheap, weighs nothing, and takes up almost no space in your pack/saddle bag/wherever you stash bits. If you never need it, no big deal (sell it when you sell your bike) but if you do need it, it's one of those trip wrecker/life saver parts.
Jul 28 2017 2:31AM
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.lencon
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onenerdykidHaving snapped a hanger at the furthest point on the trail, I now make it a point to carry a spare with me. Quite often, they don't bend back very well and snap due their super soft construction. Carry a spare- it's cheap, weighs nothing, and takes up almost no space in your pack/saddle bag/wherever you stash bits. If you never need it, no big deal (sell it when you sell your bike) but if you do need it, it's one of those trip wrecker/life saver parts.


Are breaking those very common? Don't think I've ever broke mine or talked to anyone who has.

Have had and have known many people with derailleur problems, but I don't think it came from the hanger.
Jul 28 2017 11:41AM
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ThaLorax
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Yes, it's pretty common. I've only ever broken one, and it was on my DH bike... but I'm a feather weight and rarely break parts.
Jul 28 2017 3:42PM
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.lencon
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ThaLoraxYes, it's pretty common. I've only ever broken one, and it was on my DH bike... but I'm a feather weight and rarely break parts.


I'm pretty light too, so that probably why I haven't had that experience yet. Hopefully I never have it:P
Jul 28 2017 3:53PM
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DrZoidberg
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I'm super light so I'm not gonna snap anything with my own weight either. But, I clipped a tree stump with my pedal and the bike flew more or less derailleur first into a tree at a reasonable speed. I wouldn't be surprised if that did it.

So are the hangers universal or something? I saw that people carry them and thought it was a good plan. Everything works now but I'm gonna get one anyway along with tires.
Jul 28 2017 8:39PM
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.lencon
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Any good helmets with MIPS that don't look super dorky and aren't outrageous on price?

Currently looking at Fox Metah, Troy Lee A1, and Giro Montaro
Jul 28 2017 9:49PM
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PacificRimJob
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ive definitely fallen out of MTB since last year. Too much snow too much skiing to be done, too much permawinter.
Jul 28 2017 10:10PM
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ThaLorax
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DrZoidbergI'm super light so I'm not gonna snap anything with my own weight either. But, I clipped a tree stump with my pedal and the bike flew more or less derailleur first into a tree at a reasonable speed. I wouldn't be surprised if that did it.

So are the hangers universal or something? I saw that people carry them and thought it was a good plan. Everything works now but I'm gonna get one anyway along with tires.

No, they are not universal.
.lenconAny good helmets with MIPS that don't look super dorky and aren't outrageous on price?

Currently looking at Fox Metah, Troy Lee A1, and Giro Montaro

The fox forefront is a great helmet. Find someone you know who works in the ski industry to order you one on Experticity.com for fiddly five percent off. I've never even heard of the metah.
DingoSeanive definitely fallen out of MTB since last year. Too much snow too much skiing to be done, too much permawinter.

Was the last time you went mtn biking with me in NZ?
Jul 29 2017 12:44AM
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yhprum1720
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.lenconAny good helmets with MIPS that don't look super dorky and aren't outrageous on price?

Currently looking at Fox Metah, Troy Lee A1, and Giro Montaro


Maybe this?
http://www.bernunlimited.com/-bike-helmets-fl-1-xc-S-Matte-Black-Type_2
Jul 29 2017 10:45AM
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onenerdykid
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.lenconAre breaking those very common? Don't think I've ever broke mine or talked to anyone who has.

Have had and have known many people with derailleur problems, but I don't think it came from the hanger.


Bending them is fairly common, and when you try to bend a super bent one back straight they can snap, which was what happened to me.
Jul 30 2017 10:51AM
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cydwhit
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I'm in new bike lust mode. Starting to shop so that I can have a new whip built by next season.

Still conflicted between 27.5 Plus and 29. Looking at the Santa Cruz Hightower and the Kona Process 111, probably going to build up from a frame.....I really want to go with I9's and GX Eagle with Guide RSC brakes. We shall see though...The Hightower would be an easy choice but it only comes in carbon and I just don't think I can afford that unless I find a L or XL frame used on PB or something...

So much stoke, and trying not to think about my wallet.
Jul 30 2017 11:23AM
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.lencon
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cydwhitI'm in new bike lust mode. Starting to shop so that I can have a new whip built by next season.

Still conflicted between 27.5 Plus and 29. Looking at the Santa Cruz Hightower and the Kona Process 111, probably going to build up from a frame.....I really want to go with I9's and GX Eagle with Guide RSC brakes. We shall see though...The Hightower would be an easy choice but it only comes in carbon and I just don't think I can afford that unless I find a L or XL frame used on PB or something...

So much stoke, and trying not to think about my wallet.


Get an Intense ACV..

But man go for the Santa Cruz. And get the 29. And don't be afraid of carbon.
Jul 30 2017 5:14PM
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ThaLorax
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YT Jeffsy 29 decked out for the price of a Hightower. Only problem is they're basically sold out of everything.
Jul 30 2017 6:02PM
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cydwhit
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ThaLoraxYT Jeffsy 29 decked out for the price of a Hightower. Only problem is they're basically sold out of everything.


Eh, was thinking about that today (and thinking about an Evil Following) But, I love my LBS, and honestly, over the life of a bike, I'd rather cut a deal with them on a brand they carry, which is Kona, Devinci, and Santa Cruz. It just makes the most sense financially.
Jul 30 2017 9:16PM
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PacificRimJob
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ThaLoraxWas the last time you went mtn biking with me in NZ?

No. Couple weeks after I got back from NZ I was riding single track in BDRP. The weather was gorgeous for it.

Then nuclear winter came.
Jul 30 2017 9:17PM
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division.bell
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cydwhitI'm in new bike lust mode. Starting to shop so that I can have a new whip built by next season.

Still conflicted between 27.5 Plus and 29. Looking at the Santa Cruz Hightower and the Kona Process 111, probably going to build up from a frame.....I really want to go with I9's and GX Eagle with Guide RSC brakes. We shall see though...The Hightower would be an easy choice but it only comes in carbon and I just don't think I can afford that unless I find a L or XL frame used on PB or something...

So much stoke, and trying not to think about my wallet.


Santa Cruz's Tallboy would be a closer comparison to Kona's Process 111 than the Hightower.

Tallboy is the Hightower's little brother; 110mm of travel compared to 135mm, still converts between 27.5+ and 29, and comes in carbon and aluminum options.
Jul 30 2017 9:22PM
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ThaLorax
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cydwhitEh, was thinking about that today (and thinking about an Evil Following) But, I love my LBS, and honestly, over the life of a bike, I'd rather cut a deal with them on a brand they carry, which is Kona, Devinci, and Santa Cruz. It just makes the most sense financially.


That makes sense. My vote is for the High Tower LT if you're set on 29ers.
Jul 30 2017 9:51PM
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cydwhit
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division.bellSanta Cruz's Tallboy would be a closer comparison to Kona's Process 111 than the Hightower.

Tallboy is the Hightower's little brother; 110mm of travel compared to 135mm, still converts between 27.5+ and 29, and comes in carbon and aluminum options.


Yeah......

But.....Bleh, Process 111 is very much at the short travel / less downhill capability end of the spectrum of bikes I'm interested in. I really don't want less bike than that, which I think the Tallboy is? Basically I want something that's fine doing long, long days wandering new trails in the backcountry, but that can also give me 3-4 Teton Pass / Bike park days a summer. Which I realize, the Process is probably too little bike for, but the reviews I've been reading have me optomistic.

I don't need the Hightower LT, to be honest the Evil Following seems pretty perfect, I want that 130-140 ish travel bracket with slack and long geo...

I don't know, I'm still very much in the "lusting after anything new with 2 wheels and a dropper" stage, when really, I'm still falling for my current bike again every ride.
Jul 30 2017 10:43PM
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Sklar
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I have been starting to look for something sort of similar Cy, and I know its not on your brand list (but it's on mine at evo) is the Transition Scout. Saw the Transition owner riding the new one at Galbraith today, and he was stoked on it.
Jul 30 2017 11:23PM
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ThaLorax
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SklarI have been starting to look for something sort of similar Cy, and I know its not on your brand list (but it's on mine at evo) is the Transition Scout. Saw the Transition owner riding the new one at Galbraith today, and he was stoked on it.


The Scout is up there as one of the most fun bikes I've ever ridden. If I were to get a bike with less travel than my Ibis Mojo HD, it would probably be the Scout.
Jul 30 2017 11:43PM
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division.bell
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cydwhitYeah......

But.....Bleh, Process 111 is very much at the short travel / less downhill capability end of the spectrum of bikes I'm interested in. I really don't want less bike than that, which I think the Tallboy is? Basically I want something that's fine doing long, long days wandering new trails in the backcountry, but that can also give me 3-4 Teton Pass / Bike park days a summer. Which I realize, the Process is probably too little bike for, but the reviews I've been reading have me optomistic.

I don't need the Hightower LT, to be honest the Evil Following seems pretty perfect, I want that 130-140 ish travel bracket with slack and long geo...

I don't know, I'm still very much in the "lusting after anything new with 2 wheels and a dropper" stage, when really, I'm still falling for my current bike again every ride.


I've ridden the Process 111, Hightower, and Tallboy, and would personally consider the Process 111 to be the least fun and capable of the bunch. I really enjoyed my time on the bike, as Kona makes some really fun bikes (Honzo Ti is so fucking fun and badass), but I found the Tallboy and Hightower to be more fun from what I rode.

The Hightower for me was a tank. More point and shoot than finesse. Definitely rides like more bike than 135mm, in both wheel sizes. The "quiver of one" in the bike world...it does it all.

The Tallboy was nimble, playful and stable. Not as smooth and supple on the rougher descents, obviously, but still more than confident and capable of handling what you throw at it.

All three bikes would technically fit your criteria, but with the intended bike park usage, I would personally recommend the Hightower as it would be the most versatile in your scenario.
Jul 31 2017 1:07AM
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cydwhit
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division.bellI've ridden the Process 111, Hightower, and Tallboy, and would personally consider the Process 111 to be the least fun and capable of the bunch. I really enjoyed my time on the bike, as Kona makes some really fun bikes (Honzo Ti is so fucking fun and badass), but I found the Tallboy and Hightower to be more fun from what I rode.

The Hightower for me was a tank. More point and shoot than finesse. Definitely rides like more bike than 135mm, in both wheel sizes. The "quiver of one" in the bike world...it does it all.

The Tallboy was nimble, playful and stable. Not as smooth and supple on the rougher descents, obviously, but still more than confident and capable of handling what you throw at it.

All three bikes would technically fit your criteria, but with the intended bike park usage, I would personally recommend the Hightower as it would be the most versatile in your scenario.


Word!

That's really helpful, thanks! I demoed the Process 111 and really loved it, felt super poppy and playful. Yeah, it really does seem like the Hightower, or maybe the Hightower LT could be the way to go for me. The more I thought about it last night, the less it seemed like the LT might be too much bike. Only bummer is that they both only come in carbon. Not that I have anything against carbon, but I'd way rather get an aluminum frame with a nice spec instead of a carbon one with a less nice spec.

I forgot, my LBS does also carry Rocky, but I really don't think there's much there I'm interested in, although I am going to try to demo a pipeline.

For now though, I'm happy to keep lusting after bikes I can't afford as I save for them...
Jul 31 2017 9:28AM
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onenerdykid
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cydwhitFor now though, I'm happy to keep lusting after bikes I can't afford as I save for them...


Ask and ye shall receive:
http://www.vitalmtb.com/community/Randall-Flagg,43852/setup,34270
Jul 31 2017 1:43PM
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onenerdykid
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^Just copy that above link and paste it into a browser. For some reason, it didn't get clicky
Jul 31 2017 1:56PM
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cydwhit
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onenerdykid^Just copy that above link and paste it into a browser. For some reason, it didn't get clicky


Yeah. So. I really didn't need to see that haha.

Also, I just keep thinking about that mustard yellow Hightower LT with light blue I9's, a Lyric, GX Eagle, and a Chromag cockpit.....
Jul 31 2017 7:27PM
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onenerdykid
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cydwhitYeah. So. I really didn't need to see that haha.

Also, I just keep thinking about that mustard yellow Hightower LT with light blue I9's, a Lyric, GX Eagle, and a Chromag cockpit.....


I have horrible bike lust for Öhlins... I have very few complaints with my current Boxxer or Vivid coil, but I would drown a bunch of kittens in a sink for a TTX and the fork that Bruni & Finn have been running.
Aug 1 2017 3:24AM
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cydwhit
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onenerdykidI have horrible bike lust for Öhlins... I have very few complaints with my current Boxxer or Vivid coil, but I would drown a bunch of kittens in a sink for a TTX and the fork that Bruni & Finn have been running.


I know that I should have this same lust, but I don't reaaaaaaly want coil, that bad. I don't think. Although, that Push rear shock.......
Aug 1 2017 8:23AM
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ThaLorax
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cydwhitI know that I should have this same lust, but I don't reaaaaaaly want coil, that bad. I don't think. Although, that Push rear shock.......


On a trail bike, nah. That's what EVOL (and equivalent from other brands) is for. I rarely notice the difference.... until I get on coil suspension. I freaking love the coil rear on my Giant Faith and always forget how smooth it feels until I sit on it. I just wish I could afford to lighten up my Faith by a couple pounds. It weighs as much as a small tank for being a single crown with an air fork.
Aug 1 2017 1:16PM
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Tinga
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cydwhitYeah......

I really don't want less bike than that, which I think the Tallboy is? Basically I want something that's fine doing long, long days wandering new trails in the backcountry, but that can also give me 3-4 Teton Pass / Bike park days a summer. Which I realize, the Process is probably too little bike for, but the reviews I've been reading have me optomistic.

I don't know, I'm still very much in the "lusting after anything new with 2 wheels and a dropper" stage, when really, I'm still falling for my current bike again every ride.


I'm kinda going through the same thing at the moment looking for a new bike this spring. I have an awesome trail net work in town where I can ride probably 30 - 40 miles of single track without leaving town but we also have lift access to some real DH trails. I enjoy the longer days of not DH but usually buy a pass or two during the summer.

I'm actually looking at a Giant trance. They modernized the geo this year and you always get your money's worth with giant.
Aug 1 2017 8:20PM
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.lencon
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TingaI'm kinda going through the same thing at the moment looking for a new bike this spring. I have an awesome trail net work in town where I can ride probably 30 - 40 miles of single track without leaving town but we also have lift access to some real DH trails. I enjoy the longer days of not DH but usually buy a pass or two during the summer.

I'm actually looking at a Giant trance. They modernized the geo this year and you always get your money's worth with giant.


I'd honestly recommend that both of you try out an Intense. I'm loving my Recluse.. it climbs and descends super well.
Aug 1 2017 8:36PM
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ThaLorax
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I owned the original trance back when it was 4 inches, and that thing was damn fun and capable. The Transition Scout is the closest thing I've ridden to it since.
Aug 1 2017 9:56PM
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ThaLorax
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Or the Santa Cruz Blur Tr but that doesn't exist anymore. So maybe thr 5010.
Aug 1 2017 9:57PM
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GANDALF
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Went OTB at the bike park a few days ago and bruised a few ribs...ouch. off the bike till crankworx i guess. anyone gonna be there?

also MSA this weekend......who is watching? Pullin for Danny Hart. Favorite racer for sure.
Aug 3 2017 1:29AM
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onenerdykid
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GANDALFWent OTB at the bike park a few days ago and bruised a few ribs...ouch. off the bike till crankworx i guess. anyone gonna be there?

also MSA this weekend......who is watching? Pullin for Danny Hart. Favorite racer for sure.


Busting ribs sucks... nothing you can do but wait it out, which only adds to the suckiness.

I'm hoping Bruni can take another win. He's been so insanely smooth this year, so awesome to watch. I also wouldn't be sad if Minnaar took another win and kept adding to the GOAT status. I have no doubt that he can keep racing as he gets older (ala Peaty) but I do wonder how many more wins he can still put together. I don't think he'll be able to keep winning for too much longer, so it would be nice to see him add some buffer between him and Gwin in terms of total wins.
Aug 3 2017 2:24AM
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onenerdykid
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onenerdykidI'm hoping Bruni can take another win. He's been so insanely smooth this year, so awesome to watch. I also wouldn't be sad if Minnaar took another win and kept adding to the GOAT status. I have no doubt that he can keep racing as he gets older (ala Peaty) but I do wonder how many more wins he can still put together. I don't think he'll be able to keep winning for too much longer, so it would be nice to see him add some buffer between him and Gwin in terms of total wins.


When Gwin wins like that, I will always be ok with it.

Wow. Holy fucking run of the century... That was even more impressive than Sam Hill's 2007 run at Champery, IMO.
Aug 6 2017 10:06AM
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GarFrom09
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What tire pressure should I ride? my bike is a hard tail and I ride lots of jumps, roots, rocks, and the dirt can sometimes be pretty dusty
Aug 6 2017 12:06PM
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onenerdykid
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GarFrom09What tire pressure should I ride? my bike is a hard tail and I ride lots of jumps, roots, rocks, and the dirt can sometimes be pretty dusty


How much do you weigh? I person who weighs 100lbs can run less tire pressure than someone at 180...
Aug 6 2017 12:13PM
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GarFrom09
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onenerdykidHow much do you weigh? I person who weighs 100lbs can run less tire pressure than someone at 180...


I weigh 135
Aug 6 2017 12:15PM
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foolmetwice
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Kona process 134 a decent trail bike?
Aug 6 2017 12:31PM
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onenerdykid
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GarFrom09I weigh 135


If you are using standard single ply tires with standard weight tubes, you can run between 25-28 psi in the front and 27-30 psi in the rear. That range is even subject for debate, but it will give you a good starting point to see what works for you, your riding style, and your trails.
Aug 6 2017 1:20PM
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ThaLorax
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onenerdykidIf you are using standard single ply tires with standard weight tubes, you can run between 25-28 psi in the front and 27-30 psi in the rear. That range is even subject for debate, but it will give you a good starting point to see what works for you, your riding style, and your trails.

That seems pretty low (like you said, up for debate). I only weigh 115 and when I used to ride tubes I got flats almost every other ride if I rode anything less than 28-30psi. Been riding around 25psi tubeless (give or take a few depending on conditions) and haven't had a flat once.
Aug 7 2017 2:17AM
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GarFrom09
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onenerdykidIf you are using standard single ply tires with standard weight tubes, you can run between 25-28 psi in the front and 27-30 psi in the rear. That range is even subject for debate, but it will give you a good starting point to see what works for you, your riding style, and your trails.


Alright thanks man
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ThaLorax
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I ate shit yesterday. Bruised my collar bone and dislocated my shoulder on an aspen tree. The one time I bring my gopro is the one time I've ever taken a big digger on this trail.

https://www.pinkbike.com/video/476850/

Edit: I don't know why it won't embed, so clicky the link for me smashing a tree really hard.

**This post was edited on Aug 20th 2017 at 1:33:38pm
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