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learmiller Liked a reply to forum topic What to expect changing stem length/bar height
12/13/2023 5:45pm
The taller the position on the bars, the more leverage you have on picking the front end up, as I find bikes getting longer with more wheelbase, the bars also need to come up in height for the bike to behave how I like it too.
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Glory831Guy Liked a reply to forum topic Wireless brakes - is this even slightly a good idea?
12/13/2023 5:43pm
Battery for your brakes, battery for your dropper, battery for your drive train. Sounds like a big ole pointless pain in the butt. Electric shifting I'm not totally against because I see how that could actually work better than cable actuated systems, but brakes and droppers are already flawless for how I use them. The 'benefits' of this technology are nowhere near justifying the extra cost and battery maintenance, IMO.
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timo Liked a reply to forum topic Wireless brakes - is this even slightly a good idea?
12/12/2023 2:30pm
I've had avid brakes fail on me on 2 different bikes, one a rental while coming downhill in Topanga CA, the other my Camber Pro in Kansas. In Ks it was an annoyance but I finished the ride. In Ca I went over a berm and cartwheeled down a hill. So fuck anything that adds more complexity to brakes. Think about your Bluetooth phone, it connects to your car without issue everyday for a year. Then out of nowhere you have to reset the phone, or the car, or both. This is a stupid idea and whoever thought of it...
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to Wireless brakes - is this even slightly a good idea?
12/11/2023 9:26am Neat concept, and I like seeing people tinker, but no way would I ever use wireless brakes. I don’t care how much R&D goes into it. I’ve got no intention of even getting wireless shifting, would only look for a bike without it. But keep in mind I’m just a guy who rides a clapped out 14 year old bike...
rbasoalto Liked a reply to forum topic Wireless brakes - is this even slightly a good idea?
12/11/2023 9:17am
I'd consider 3 important aspects that would need to be solved for wireless brakes to be a feasible - Lag: did you notice how long it takes for the brakes to actuate after the lever pull? There are faster wireless systems out there that might work better (RS Reverb AXS seems to do okay in this department), but the mechanical component is also at fault: to have any meaningful braking power, you need a lot of force, which probably means a big reduction gearbox, which means slow movement. - Feedback: There's no way I can modulate a brake without the...
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DanTheBikerMan Started a new thread Want To Buy - 22.2mm chromoly dirt jumper bars (NS District) Or 25.4 dirt jumper bars
4/11/2023 4:44pm As title says - looking to buy 22.2mm chromoly dirt jumper bars in black. Would like something with a decent amount of rise, anywhere from 2-4 inches. Not too concerned about width as long as they're wider than 26 inches. Ideally in good condition. My local shop doesn't stock anything dirt jumper related and I haven't had much luck finding...
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to Want To Buy - 22.2mm chromoly dirt jumper bars (NS District) Or 25.4 dirt jumper bars
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DanTheBikerMan Added a comment about bike check DH-Spec Yeti SB165 TURQ
11/1/2022 4:44pm
This is RAD!!
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to advice on E-bike
9/17/2022 5:20pm You'll want to keep travel in mind, as going with a new fork with less travel would result in a lowered front end and everything else that comes with that. Mainly HT angle
brash Liked a reply to forum topic advice on E-bike
9/17/2022 5:18pm
yes should be possible, you may need new headset bearings as a Dual crown has a different steerer tube diameter. The Geo could be quite close to been stock, if I remember correct a 190mm zeb or 180mm 38 has the same Axle to crown as a 200mm DH fork. But in short, yes definitely can be done with a bit of parts swapping.
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to Want To Buy - 22.2mm chromoly dirt jumper bars (NS District) Or 25.4 dirt jumper bars
8/18/2022 11:31am U have a pair?
NWDommen Liked a reply to forum topic To mullet or not to mullet
7/24/2022 11:40am
The mullet set up is awesome if the bike is designed around it or has the ability to compensate for it. That process-x already has a low bb and a slack head angle and would be even slacker and lower with a 27.5 rear wheel which will make it difficult to ride. If you could correct for the change in geo it could be an option, but I would stick to the 29. I stuck a 27.5 on the back of the previous gen firebird 29 and it was not good. My current bike is mulleted but has a link...
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to Want To Buy - 22.2mm chromoly dirt jumper bars (NS District) Or 25.4 dirt jumper bars
7/18/2022 5:25pm Bump - a pair of NS District bars would be awesome.
DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to Want to buy - 25.4mm stem, dirt jumper style
6/19/2022 7:34am Bump
Velocipedestrian Liked a reply to forum topic Rockshox Pike on a cheap hardtail?
4/14/2022 11:22pm
You decide how you want to spend your money. I'd just suggest if you do it, keep the steerer tube longer than you think so you can swap it to another frame when the upgrade fever resurfaces.
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DanTheBikerMan Started a new thread Want to buy - 25.4mm stem, dirt jumper style
4/14/2022 11:21pm In the process of building my dirt jumper back up and need some cockpit parts. A 25.4 stem, or 22.2 bars (like my last post indicates). Thanks!
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to Rockshox Pike on a cheap hardtail?
4/4/2022 1:26pm It's over the top, to say the least. Money could be better spent. Surely there are suspension forks that would be just as well suited for your bike at a better price?
anotherbikerguy Liked a reply to forum topic The HUGE downside of EMTB's
11/28/2021 11:58pm
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DanTheBikerMan Added a reply to VitalBMX sold, vitalMTB sold with it?
10/15/2021 7:36pm Yuuup appreciate it
