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theres gotta a spot in one of the city sections of the tour where someone could gap the course with a nice truckdriver or tailwhip

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TheDoughAbidesRode the Kenosha Pass megatrail on Sunday and it was siiiiiick but now i need get my shock rebuilt...$180 overhaul here we come! I also think we ran into Joey Schusler and some other Yeti pro on the trail, either that or they were some serious yeti nerds.

What do you guys think about yetis? I think they're overhyped big time nowadays.

I love my sb5.5c. I honestly can't stand the brands image these days and I can't really say the retail pricing is totally worth the bit extra than other brands, but hot damn after riding Santa cruz/Intense/Treks over the years I have to say my sb5.5c is one of the plushest rides I've ever been on. There's almost no pedal bob while climbing in open mode (it actually climbs better open over being locked out, even on smooth fire roads) and the switch infinity really makes the 140mm rear travel feel like 160mm when it gets technical. Really I just got it since I found a good deal and the geo is exactly what I wanted, but I wouldn't be opposed to buying another in the future.

Jul 18 2018 1:14PM

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.nastyI love my sb5.5c. I honestly can't stand the brands image these days and I can't really say the retail pricing is totally worth the bit extra than other brands, but hot damn after riding Santa cruz/Intense/Treks over the years I have to say my sb5.5c is one of the plushest rides I've ever been on. There's almost no pedal bob while climbing in open mode (it actually climbs better open over being locked out, even on smooth fire roads) and the switch infinity really makes the 140mm rear travel feel like 160mm when it gets technical. Really I just got it since I found a good deal and the geo is exactly what I wanted, but I wouldn't be opposed to buying another in the future.

Yeah, I've always thought they were awesome bikes but now it seems like every dentist in Denver has one. I've also heard yeti frames aren't the strongest but its only a problem for people who ride pretty hard and weigh ~200 lbs.

Jul 18 2018 2:00PM

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TheDoughAbidesYeah, I've always thought they were awesome bikes but now it seems like every dentist in Denver has one. I've also heard yeti frames aren't the strongest but its only a problem for people who ride pretty hard and weigh ~200 lbs.

yeah when I got it I said "oh look I'm a dentist!" haha

The quality of the frames is as good as any other brand though, don't be mislead by that one pinkbike review that everyone gets hung up on.

Jul 18 2018 2:22PM

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.nastyyeah when I got it I said "oh look I'm a dentist!" haha

quickest and cheapest way to earn a DDS!

Jul 18 2018 2:47PM

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anyone here bike Killy? Fucking love that place - best east coast mountain I would say. Black and Blue Magic are tremendous

Jul 18 2018 4:15PM

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TheDoughAbidesRode the Kenosha Pass megatrail on Sunday and it was siiiiiick but now i need get my shock rebuilt...$180 overhaul here we come! I also think we ran into Joey Schusler and some other Yeti pro on the trail, either that or they were some serious yeti nerds.

What do you guys think about yetis? I think they're overhyped big time nowadays.

highly overpriced for what it is

Jul 18 2018 4:42PM

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TheDoughAbidesRode the Kenosha Pass megatrail on Sunday and it was siiiiiick but now i need get my shock rebuilt...$180 overhaul here we come! I also think we ran into Joey Schusler and some other Yeti pro on the trail, either that or they were some serious yeti nerds.

What do you guys think about yetis? I think they're overhyped big time nowadays.

Very overhyped, also very good bikes. Can't go wrong with one, but you can certainly go cheaper

Jul 18 2018 8:44PM

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Went biking in Verbier and Zermatt and it was the coolest thing I've ever done.

https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/906358/Tsopu

Jul 18 2018 11:47PM

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cydwhitBiggest thing that helps me is going out on my own and just sessioning sections of trail until I get them dialed. I'll go out and ride the same three turns 15 times in a row, trying to get the flow exactly right, then move on. Same with climbs, I'll just go ride the damn thing until I clear it, or I'm too beat to keep trying. As far as I've found that's the best way to get my fundamentals down. I really like doing that solo, without the pressure of the group to keep going I'm way more comfortable practicing little sections of trail. The only exception to that is jumps, I like being with a crew to hit new jumps and gaps. Last year I helped coach a little kids MTN bike camp and it might have been the best thing I did all summer for my riding. 30 hours of just practicing flat cornering and manuals and such. Not exciting, but building the fundamentals is vital. And good call on the Roscoe, Plus is the way to go if you're just getting started!

TheDoughAbidesClimbing takes time to get good at but I highly recommend getting into dirt jumping if you really wanna learn how to descend!

mtbakerpowGet comfortable riding while standing,allowing you body to move forward and aft for various terrain will def help with stability and control. No need to be sitting on anything bumpy,off camber or cornering esp when wet! My best advice is get a couple of your friends on bikes of similar ability and ride together as much as possible;)

UPDATE! I have now gotten much better at this mountain biking thing! Im completely addicted. Ive added a dropper post, upgraded my pedals, and converted my tires to tubeless!!! Ive gained so much trail confidence!! Thank you everyone for all of your suggestions and tips they helped greatly! so happy to have found something just as addictive as skiing, that I can do while I wait for ski season!

Jul 22 2018 3:55PM

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frekaliciousUPDATE! I have now gotten much better at this mountain biking thing! Im completely addicted. Ive added a dropper post, upgraded my pedals, and converted my tires to tubeless!!! Ive gained so much trail confidence!! Thank you everyone for all of your suggestions and tips they helped greatly! so happy to have found something just as addictive as skiing, that I can do while I wait for ski season!

Hell yeah thats awesome! You might just end up waiting for all the white stuff to go away next ski season so you can get back to roostin corners!

Jul 22 2018 4:05PM

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Anyone selling brakes? Looking to make an upgrade on my hardtail. Aggressive all mtn riding style, and I'm about 200 lbs so no xc stoppers pls and thanks

Jul 23 2018 1:02PM

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recommendations on a hip pack? my shock/frame setup doesnt leave enough room for a water bottle but i want to ditch the backpack.

Jul 23 2018 6:30PM

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TheDoughAbidesrecommendations on a hip pack? my shock/frame setup doesnt leave enough room for a water bottle but i want to ditch the backpack.

the dakine 5L is what I like. 2L bladder is the biggest on the market. Straps hold tight unlike the camelbak option.

Jul 23 2018 6:56PM

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got the new Rossi enduro bike. pretty dang fun so far...

Jul 24 2018 1:21AM

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safarisamNew Whip! She's from 213/2014 (I think) but I'm stoked to have a functioning bike again! Intense Carbine 29

Sold my bike, getting a Smuggler. Why do I do this to myself? ┐('～`;)┌

Jul 25 2018 8:08PM

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J_BergAnyone selling brakes? Looking to make an upgrade on my hardtail. Aggressive all mtn riding style, and I'm about 200 lbs so no xc stoppers pls and thanks

I've got a set of brand new sram code r's with a 203 and 180 rotor in pulling off a build today I'll sell

Jul 26 2018 9:42AM

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Blake.PI've got a set of brand new sram code r's with a 203 and 180 rotor in pulling off a build today I'll sell

Would you cut a deal for a fellow buff - former ski team kid?

Jul 26 2018 10:18AM

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some pics of my beautiful bike leaning on shit

Jul 31 2018 12:19AM

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i bike to and from work each day and i didn't realize how much more in shape I am until I passed some ebikers that went by the truck earlier

Jul 31 2018 6:28PM

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Had some spare freetime to jump on the vinyl sticker machine today.

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First time riding 401 was magical! It rained pretty hard early that morning leaving us with nothing but HD the whole way down!

Aug 6 2018 12:23PM

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yo yo im about to get my next paycheck and im trying to pick up an Enduro for mostly bike park use around $2500. Thoughts?

Aug 6 2018 1:30PM

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yuhyuhyo yo im about to get my next paycheck and im trying to pick up an Enduro for mostly bike park use around $2500. Thoughts?

Look at used bikes, or look at direct to consumer brands like yt, commencal, etc.

Aug 6 2018 8:42PM

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First time riding 401 was magical! It rained pretty hard early that morning leaving us with nothing but HD the whole way down!

I'm going to be there next week. Can't wait to check that one out.

Aug 7 2018 11:47PM

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Someone should buy my Intense Recluse:)

Aug 8 2018 11:25AM

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mr.tibblesI'm going to be there next week. Can't wait to check that one out.

It’s fun if you catch it without hoards of people, but there’s so many better rides in the valley.

Aug 8 2018 5:52PM

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.nastyIt’s fun if you catch it without hoards of people, but there’s so many better rides in the valley.

Any local knowledge you can share? I've never been before.

Aug 8 2018 6:29PM

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mr.tibblesI'm going to be there next week. Can't wait to check that one out.

.nastyIt’s fun if you catch it without hoards of people, but there’s so many better rides in the valley.

we rode it on a sunday and saw a bunch of people on the top but we made the descent before them and didn't see anyone on the way down. but if youre super core you should for sure skip it.

Aug 8 2018 11:21PM

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How do people here think about skinny bridges?

When I ask people around the Kootenays about trails that have a ton of skinnies, they cringe and tell me how they hate tiny bridges and go on an hour long rant about the stupidity of their existence, how dangerous they are and how trails should be wide opened, machine groomed with motocross style table top jumps with ride arounds. Then they point me to a weed infested, half demolished flat trail with one 4 foot long skinny with moss growing on it and the trail has absolutely no flow to it.

Personally, I fucking LOVE log rides, skinnies and high bridges. Those stunts take real balance skills and the time of "being in that moment" lasts so much longer than a 50 foot booter that you get 3 feet of air. The trail lasts so much longer because you CANT ride that style of trail at 40mph and when you crash, you dont break your collar bone, the spine or ribs. Looking at the architecture is like looking at a practical piece of art...

[RANT] I wonder if the freeride aspect of mtb has gotten to a point that no one likes hard things to do. All they want is to get on their 5,000$ bike and ride nothing but green trails, without skill and without having to actually practice. Casing a table top is easy, doing a 6 foot drop...thats way too much to ask for. Like in skiing; if you cant fucking ride, then dont come down this way should be applied. But nooooo, they have to complain to the association that because they cant physically ride this trail so this trail should not exist at all. Of course, people who run associations are all business leaders that think enduro should dominate. Sorry, I cant affort those bikes [/RANT]

This fall, I want to start building a trail with nothing but mandatory skinnies, high bridges and drops weaving through a cedar forest. I found the perfect location to scope, but sadly I have to work away from home this entire summer. I left in May and wont be coming home until september. There are no land claims, 2km hike on a lost forest service road so I shouldnt have any trouble. You guys know of the flying circus? Im going to aim so something like that...but not 30 feet up. I cant wait to get my chainsaw roaring!

Aug 13 2018 1:59AM

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Forgot about this. Did a dh race chainless earlier in the summer. Obviously this isn't anything crazy, but might be one of the only pictures I have of myself actually riding.

The Canfield Riot has been amazing. So much more confidence inspiring than my ancient Nomad.

Aug 13 2018 9:03PM

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TheDoughAbideswe rode it on a sunday and saw a bunch of people on the top but we made the descent before them and didn't see anyone on the way down. but if youre super core you should for sure skip it.

I rode it Sunday. Parked at 7am. Saw 2 people on the climb, zero the rest of the way until I made it back to the parking lot where there were a lot of people getting ready to ride it. Really fun time.

Aug 16 2018 12:55AM

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yo has anyone ridden the commencal meta SX?

Aug 16 2018 1:14AM

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yuhyuhyo has anyone ridden the commencal meta SX?

Yes. Fun park bike, feels like it has more travel than it does, but not nearly as playful as my Mojo HD. The rep obviously disagreed with me, but I didn't find it very playful.

Aug 16 2018 1:35PM

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freestyler540How do people here think about skinny bridges?

When I ask people around the Kootenays about trails that have a ton of skinnies, they cringe and tell me how they hate tiny bridges and go on an hour long rant about the stupidity of their existence, how dangerous they are and how trails should be wide opened, machine groomed with motocross style table top jumps with ride arounds.

It sounds like your friends are just a bunch of park rat gapers with zero technical skill.

Aug 16 2018 4:33PM

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skiermanIt sounds like your friends are just a bunch of park rat gapers with zero technical skill.

Nah, not my friends. Just most of the "locals". You know the middle aged Vancouverite that rides Carabines carbon and S-works epics. Younger kids enjoys just about anything.

Aug 16 2018 4:47PM

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freestyler540Nah, not my friends. Just most of the "locals". You know the middle aged Vancouverite that rides Carabines carbon and S-works epics. Younger kids enjoys just about anything.

Ah, the pussy locals who picked up riding only after it became popular and there were trails were easy enough for them to ride without being scared or scoping out a line. Basically a bunch of cunts with over sized egos.

Aug 16 2018 8:29PM

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So I just finished 8 months on ship and am keen to get my bike up and running. What do you guys consider the essential maintenance for a dual suspension bike that has been sitting unloved for close to a year? I'm pretty clueless as to how to care for modern mountain bikes as my dad quit his bike mechanic job in the early 80s.

Aug 20 2018 5:21PM

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paige.So I just finished 8 months on ship and am keen to get my bike up and running. What do you guys consider the essential maintenance for a dual suspension bike that has been sitting unloved for close to a year? I'm pretty clueless as to how to care for modern mountain bikes as my dad quit his bike mechanic job in the early 80s.

Thats funny cause Im a marine engineer and been working almost 4 months straight.

Depends on what you got for suspension. Normal maintenance consists of changing the oil, replacing the seals and overall inspection. Get that done by your local bike shop, they know what they are doing.
A trick that I heard is to flip the bike upside down for a day or 2. It prelubricates everything and you get to check for leaks. Go for a test ride and just check overall performance. If it feels slow, sticky or stiff; take it in to get it checked out. Modern suspension is quite finicky.
I got a Marzochhie 380 R2C2 2016 and it sits untouched all winter and rides great. It needs an oil change, but got no time for dat.

Aug 20 2018 5:34PM

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freestyler540Thats funny cause Im a marine engineer and been working almost 4 months straight.

Depends on what you got for suspension. Normal maintenance consists of changing the oil, replacing the seals and overall inspection. Get that done by your local bike shop, they know what they are doing.
A trick that I heard is to flip the bike upside down for a day or 2. It prelubricates everything and you get to check for leaks. Go for a test ride and just check overall performance. If it feels slow, sticky or stiff; take it in to get it checked out. Modern suspension is quite finicky.
I got a Marzochhie 380 R2C2 2016 and it sits untouched all winter and rides great. It needs an oil change, but got no time for dat.

Sick man! I just finished my second sea phase as a navigation cadet. I've seen some pretty incredible stuff this year but it felt amazing to finally step out of the helicopter in Kugluktuk and know I would be staying on land for a bit. It'll be much easier when I switch to the month-on/month-off lifestyle when I graduate next June. Though apparently you didn't go that route haha...

I've been a little nervous about the local shop, just because there's pretty limited mountain biking here in Cape Breton, but they're definitely better suited to this than I am. I've got a Specialized Rumour Expert (basically the Camber) from a few years back that's mostly stock so I'm assuming all the components are pretty standard - I believe the shock and fork were both Fox Float CTD.

Aug 20 2018 6:12PM

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wooo bouta cop the meta sx

Aug 20 2018 10:51PM

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paige.Sick man! I just finished my second sea phase as a navigation cadet. I've seen some pretty incredible stuff this year but it felt amazing to finally step out of the helicopter in Kugluktuk and know I would be staying on land for a bit. It'll be much easier when I switch to the month-on/month-off lifestyle when I graduate next June. Though apparently you didn't go that route haha...

I've been a little nervous about the local shop, just because there's pretty limited mountain biking here in Cape Breton, but they're definitely better suited to this than I am. I've got a Specialized Rumour Expert (basically the Camber) from a few years back that's mostly stock so I'm assuming all the components are pretty standard - I believe the shock and fork were both Fox Float CTD.

Oh thats sick, You studying at NSCC? I was there last year for my MED refresher course, 1st aid and SIM2. Who are you working for? Im with Desgagnes, on the Miena Desgagnes. You definitely picked the right career path to work all summer and ski all winter.

Cape Breton is not exactly in the mtb scene. However, if your local shop is an authorized FOX dealer, they will have to send in the suspension for most maintenance. That means time and money. Get it sent in in the fall if you are worried about performance. I know changing the oil is a simple process if you have the tools and an instruction book.

The fox float CTD is a "set and forget" type of suspension. If you ride sand, wet or 300km every year; it would be recommended to take it to the bike shop and discussing options for maintenance. Skipping out on this will wear down your internal components and a shaking will occur (death of the suspension). But overall, FOX makes the best components in the world.
If your bike was used a lot by the previous owner, get your pivot bearings replaced. They may run you up a couple 100$, but its worth every penny. Your suspension will feel smoother and the bike will feel stiffer. My Devinci Wilson 2008 requires a bearing change every 2 years and I can feel the difference.

Last: dont trust the "dad" mechanic. My old man may be a marine chief engineer, but he knows fuck all about bikes.

Aug 21 2018 12:29AM

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It's amazing how few 2018 Scott Geniuses there are available for sale. I knew that they sold out quickly last year, but I figured at least a few would pop up for a nice discount given that MY19 are starting to come into the US.

I asked almost every shop around and not a single one has any MY18s, new or demos. Only MY19s. So much for getting a nice discount. Looks like I'll have to go new.

Aug 22 2018 4:09PM

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Thoughts on motobecane and bikesdirecr? Seems almost too good to be true

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