Shimano: we are finally joining the wide range game with a 500 dollar alloy crankset and a proprietary free-hub body that will only be licensed to DT Swiss.
Sram: Here's an eagle drivetrain group for 375 bucks that will work on just about any wheel.
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Updated bike check ButtersNZ's 2017 Pivot Firebird XTR
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Added a comment about slideshow RACE DAY ACTION - Fort William World Cup DH
Just 6 seconds to separate the top 20 riders, over a 4:34 course. Bonkers
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Looks to be a bit easier to see trends of rider performance. I like how places for timed runs, qualis and races all sit together to give an easy appreciation of rider form. It's the first time I've noticed how disadvantaged Brooke MacDonald appeared ... more »
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Great article, Vital rocks.
While I agree with what is stated in this article I've had different outcomes when testing coil vs air.
First off, what hasn't been mentioned here or in the Rockshox story is how the negative chamber works on an air shock. The negative air makes the shock softer at sag...more
Updated bike check ButtersNZ's 2017 Pivot Firebird XTR
Updated bike check ButtersNZ's 2017 Pivot Firebird XTR
Updated bike check ButtersNZ's 2017 Pivot Firebird XTR
Updated bike check ButtersNZ's 2017 Pivot Firebird XTR
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Thanks for the correction. I mixed with my previous bike
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Having ridden a large framed Firebird since buying this, it's clear to me that XL was the right choice. They're such good bikes. You'll be stoked!
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My experience has been (2017/8 Celium line) pilling on the jersey from unknown sources, but it is light and breathes very well. The shorts have ripped through along the seam in the back within a few rides - both replaced under warranty. I wouldn't buy again.
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