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FrontRangeFriend Liked a reply to forum topic Are downhill bikes worth it if you're not racing?

5/23/2026 9:26am
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Im glad everyone understood the assignment that I needed help with my mental gymnastics lmao
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iceman2058 Added a reply to Are downhill bikes worth it if you're not racing?

5/23/2026 6:58am
No other justification needed than this. If you can get one, do it. Doesn't matter how burly you build your enduro bike, it never REALLY feels like an actual DH bike. The other points mentioned in the thread so far are great for talking yourself into the purchase (sturdier parts, less hard riding on the enduro bike etc. etc.).
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drakefan705 Liked a reply to forum topic Are downhill bikes worth it if you're not racing?

5/23/2026 6:54am
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Rent or demo a downhil bike and you'll quickly realize there's nothing quite like it.
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iceman2058 Added a comment about bike check Stooge MK8 ss

5/23/2026 4:07am
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iceman2058 Added a new Press Release Canyon Launches New, More Powerful Strive:ON

5/22/2026 5:38pm
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Today Canyon rolls out a new version of its award and race-winning Strive:ON e-MTB. The new Strive:ON receives several major updates including a massive boost power and torque (to 750w and 120nm...

Gobstopper Liked a reply to forum topic FOX Float X Live Valve Neo Review and Discussion

5/22/2026 4:55am
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I've run Live Valve on both an Epic Evo and a Spec Enduro. I think they both have a good place. On the 170mm Enduro, I really like the ability to setup the shock for the best downhill performance. For me this means running a slightly softer spring rate (coil), less compression, etc. that might normally feel pretty bad for climbing but Live Valve takes care of that. I've yet to feel any harsh transitions from open to close but on the Enduro run a slightly softer firm mode. I think the real benefit here, even on downhills, is running...
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iceman2058 Added a reply to FOX Float X Live Valve Neo Review and Discussion

5/21/2026 10:37am
I think it would be great there, depending on how your bike is set up you might find that the opening and closing of the valve is a little bit more noticeable in certain scenarios than what I experienced on my 130 bike, but I doubt it would be drastic. I suspect it gets trickier to find a good set-up...
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iceman2058 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment

5/21/2026 9:15am
Faced with criticism regarding the power output of its latest motor system, Avinox has recently put out the following statement (which is essentially the same messages they provided in our forum hotseat on e-bike power a few months ago): ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In mountain biking, power is often misunderstood. For some, higher motor output raises concerns about safety, trail impact, or component...
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iceman2058 Started a new thread FOX Float X Live Valve Neo Review and Discussion

5/21/2026 6:40am
This thread is dedicated to the FOX Float X Live Valve Neo, we'll kick the discussion off with our review, feel free to add your own experience, observations, and questions to bring it alive! Tested: FOX Float X Live Valve Neo A t the end of 2024, FOX launched the Neo generation of Live Valve shocks . Based on FOX’s...
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iceman2058 Added a comment about bike check Marino Gemstone

5/21/2026 4:48am
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iceman2058 Added a new video RGB ft. Brandon Semenuk

5/19/2026 6:08am
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ö clever shows their true colors in RGB. Chasing light through the contours of the earth, the crew built a world where color becomes emotion. RED — The fire that drives you. GREEN — The calm that grounds you. BLUE — The silence that stay with you. This is the spectrum of the journey. Because in the end, you become the colors that got you there.

iceman2058 Added a reply to 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker

5/19/2026 1:00am
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...
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iceman2058 Added a reply to 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker

5/18/2026 10:39am
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...
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