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jalopyj Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/20/2026 3:42am
@CascadeComponents right now...
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Skunk Works Suspension Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/20/2026 3:41am
Frame kinematics that require stuffing air cans full of volume spacers and are a big no-go for coil shocks? Hmmm, I feel like we have been here before.
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Eae903 Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/20/2026 3:41am
That sounds an awful lot like they actually didn't get the leverage curve they wanted. Nothing wrong with designing a frame to work with the natural progressivity of an air shock, but if you use all the volume spacers in the air shock you spec stock, you probably would be better served with a more progressive leverage curve.
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dantecusolito Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/20/2026 3:41am
I’m out of the loop, what’s his ethics problem? Also he said the 30mm quote was a mistake.
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Digit Bikes Liked a reply to forum topic The Bikeconomics (Mega)Thread
5/19/2026 1:49pm
Here's the Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-special-part-2-episode-1… And the Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6EZiZkb0omiwWyxKDxIXMC I've subscribed before to Escape, I imagine I'll do so again to access parts 2, 3 and 4/ If anyone has 7 figures that they're eager to invest in a bike company with a patent moat. Please consider giving me a call.
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WhatsUpCountry Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/19/2026 9:07am
Big if true
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FerrousBueller Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/19/2026 9:07am
It looks like a bicycle
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iceman2058 Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/19/2026 9:07am
Madrone has released a DH version of their JAB derailleur, here are the highlights (you can also check our review of the regular version if you want): --------------------------------------------------- Derailleurs That Deliver The DH Jab is bomb proof, adjustable, and rebuildable. Dial the clutch in, rebuild it after a crash, and have full confidence in your drivetrain. Durable & Precise The Jab is precision machined from high quality materials like 6061 and 7075 aluminum and stainless steel. We apply a little bit of extra material in critical areas so it is stiff and durable. If you really want to beef up...
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Outlawed Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/19/2026 9:07am
I'm just stoked that wild shit like this still being built. Forbidden had Laurie out at Prevost, obviously nothing to see here
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Evwan Liked a reply to forum topic Shimano/TRP Maven - S-tier braking (Shaven/Traven)
5/18/2026 2:02pm
TRP DHR evo lever / Maven Base update. I set these up with maxima mineral oil and Shimano BH90 hose, and just a simple Shimano style bleed cup bleed after pushing oil through the lines. I also did a comprehensive piston massage procedure. I did one shuttle day on the setup, and impressions are that this combination is quite good. The lever stroke is very acceptable, bite point feels well defined and does not wander or pump out at all, and the maven power is also there. Good modulation, as you would expect from TRP lever. I've got the stock...
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iceman2058 Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/18/2026 10:48am
I've posted this in the racing and team threads too, but I figure it goes here as well. Full Honda DH team vibes from back in the day, here's a first taste of what Antidote Solutions is set to bring to the downhill racing table (link below). We will also have more info including the technical details to reveal at the Loudenvielle World Cup. Fun times ahead! First team news release: https://www.vitalmtb.com/news/press-release/antidote-solutions-enters-w….
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storm.racing Liked a reply to forum topic Specialized Demo 11 - What do you want to know about it?
5/17/2026 4:16am
Yeah, that was my bad. I should have put a pic with it! Was hesitant cuz not Spesh but appreciate the follow up. I still need to write up a bike check on here. In the meantime, here’s a pic of it from high country season. It’s had some parts changes over the years and more coming at it soon. This is about where it’s at currently (now has HR3s F/R) . Love this thing. It’s everything it shouldn’t be. And everything I want it to be. Overbuilt Tallboy V4- and VAN HALEN
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AndehM Liked a reply to forum topic Specialized Demo 11 - What do you want to know about it?
5/17/2026 4:15am
How come they didn't design this bike around a Genie shock?
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schwalbai Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
5/17/2026 3:01am
It's not so much that 2 layers were added, its that now both of the 2x67epi carcass layers are now extend ontop of each other under the tread cap (before it was just one layer that extend to the end of the lap.
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Bobsmothersbrother Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/17/2026 2:39am
I’d love to see a shoot out of trail bikes using the same linkage designs. It would really interesting to start to dig a bit deeper as to what sets them apart - quality control, kinematics, maintenance, etc etc.
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Kusa Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/17/2026 2:39am
visual summary
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onxx Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/17/2026 2:38am
Zerode are launching a new frameset, looks like two travel variants, 160 and 140mm. Shadow and Shadow Trail. 450mm chainstays on the large too. Internal frame storage too. Curious what the kinematics are. Looks pretty cool imo! https://zerodebikes.com/products/shadow-origin Rob continues his streak of only launching bikes like a month or two after I buy something else...
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boozed Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
5/17/2026 2:38am
You mean chainstays?
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Bobsmothersbrother Liked a reply to forum topic What frame brands are nicest to bearings? Should bearings and service be a consideration when buying a bike?
5/16/2026 6:16am
This may not always be the case, but a lifetime bearing warranty often brings an incentive for the manufacturer not to have to supply 20 sets of bearings per frame, so they design and spec better. Frames with bearings in linkages are my preference provided they are quality - not much point having bearings in linkages if the pivot axle is wearing a groove in your frame. In my 4 years on an Arrival I have replaced one set of bearings and ridden a lot in loads of conditions. Bearing quality, bearing seat tolerance, and frame alignment are important. I...
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