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jgusta Added a comment about video DEEP DIVE - Transition Repeater Powertrain
10/16/2023 11:57am
Well said and excellent display of collaboration between bike and component manufacturer for one cohesive unit. I’m a fan of ebikes for sure and great to see this kind of tech on display that helps to make the user experience mo’ betta!
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jgusta Added a comment about feature 2022 Trek Rail 9.9 and 9.8 - The Most E, eMTB to Date
10/29/2021 12:07am
Wizzers need to go. Best set up for this bike is 170 front , coil shock with a little added stroke for bit more travel with progressive coil. Only thing catching my interest with 22’ Rail is little bigger battery with better electronic connections and Flow App to adjust. Rest is all meh
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jgusta Added a comment about press release Shimano Introduces LINKGLIDE Drivetrain Tech
5/1/2021 12:50pm
Yep, Shimano playing the neutral card on this not to possibly offend non e-riders/supporters. I agree, they should just call it what is since HG, especially 12spd really isn’t up to snuff with motor/high torque use. Roasted my cassette in 4 weeks. Back to 10dpd (Zee FR/Saint/Deore 11-36) for ebike and works and lasts so much better/longer and easy to get while 12 speed stuff limited. So, kudos Shimano, especially if can deliver to consumer at affordable cost
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jgusta Added a comment about blog post Want Some Tips for Carrying Speed? Listen and Watch Remy Metailler Chases World Cup Racer Forrest Riesco!
11/13/2020 2:14pm
Awesome riding and trails, last DH looked like steep, rowdy mofo. You guys killed it on that. What tire set up for those conditions?
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bturman Liked a product review EVOLVED: The All-New 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper EVO
10/7/2020 7:21pm
The Stumpjumper EVO truly evolved in 2018, taking the long, low, slack mantra to new extremes for the brand. It was a different beast with a 63.5-degree head angle, super-low standover, lengthy reach, and was clearly made for getting rowdy. Fast forward to today and Specialized is back with a new generation that continues to push their boundaries but is far more accessible to more riders. Join Vital MTB's Product Editor, Brandon Turman, in the video below for a look at everything that's been updated and his ride impressions, then keep scrolling for more information, pics, specs, and prices. Strengths...
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jgusta Added a comment about feature Maxxis Dissector Tire Reviewed by Top Member Reviewer and Jenson USA Award Winner
4/11/2020 8:56am
MaxxTerra version here. Tread was mostly roasted, especially center lugs in 6 weeks. Still running Assegai front some 8 months later.
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jgusta Added a comment about feature Maxxis Dissector Tire Reviewed by Top Member Reviewer and Jenson USA Award Winner
4/10/2020 9:13pm
Expensive, wears fast, mediocre grip. No thanks. Much better Maxxis tires out there, especially for all around use
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jgusta Added a comment about product review Switchblade
2/7/2020 10:38am
Thx, will read the review again. Own the HT2 and have been pushing it thru it’s paces over last 6 months. Great bike! Just wanted to hear how it compares to Switchblade since the looks great as well
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jgusta Added a comment about product review Switchblade
2/6/2020 8:14pm
New Switchblade vs SC HightowerV2? Besides the differences in fork travel, and HT a little slacker front end, how do they ride and handle differently?
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jgusta Added a comment about feature Love Your Knees? So Do the 7iDP Transition Knee Pads
11/9/2019 7:10pm
Amen brutha’
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jgusta Added a comment about feature Love Your Knees? So Do the 7iDP Transition Knee Pads
11/6/2019 7:38pm
My favorite pads, great for big days in the saddle
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Sounds like very fun and versatile trail weapon, but for +$5k for a $4k build at most is no bueno. Frame up with Shimano XT build to keep the cost at bay with better wheels and components is likely the way to go. Bike looks fun, but interested to hear how it performs over a bigger, +200lb rider ridden aggressively. Imagine the 125mm rear might come up a bit short. Think the 5010 might be better option in this regard for similar class of bike. Good review!
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Good review. I ride my Hightower everywhere with preference for 140 fork and 29 carbon wheels. It is my go to trail/AM kind of ride that I will happily take on bigger jump and FR lines as well with no to minimal hindrance compared to my smaller wheeled bikes with more travel. So for me I find the bike to be quite playful and responsive (stock shock with only 2 bands and 33-35% sag at +200lb rider weight) for it's size and pedals/climb great and descends like a locomotive for me. So, a bit different than your experience. I couldn't...
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jgusta Added a comment about video Brutal Bootleg Canyon - Reaper Madness DH Track with Steve Wentz
3/24/2017 11:03pm
Totally flying! Thanks for sharing. I don't have a dedicated DH bike, nor typically ride DH courses (even though I love fast trails on my AM bike), but this is totally different at flying DH cruise speed while being in total control. Looks good, but think I will stick with my mellower trail runs
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Another excellent, comprehensive review Vital! Second the notion that guys are killing with the reviews and offering the consumer great feedback on the product tested. Sorry Bible (Bike), but this is how a good review should be.
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SC Hightower? I am curious as well if so. I ride one and just returned from riding trip from the chunky SW and pedal kickback was never a sensation I felt at all while crawling tech or blasting thru with 33-35% sag. I think SC bikes get pinned for pedal kickback since earlier renditions of VPP had a pretty high anti-squat they would cause a bit of kickback (like a hardtail) when ridden in rougher terrain despite them pedaling really well. VPP3 might not be the plushest designed out there but feels like good compromise between efficient pedaling and compliance.
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hamncheez2003 Liked a comment about Feature Vital MTB How-To: Choose a Mountain Bike Dropper Seat Post
12/15/2016 12:00am
How to choose a dropper post: Find the cheapest post on the pinkbike buy/sell that you can fit in your frame or that is only one size smaller and shim with a cut up soda can, then regret it later when the seals blow on your second ride and it costs as much to service as you paid for it
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jgusta Added a comment about feature Vital MTB How-To: Choose a Mountain Bike Dropper Seat Post
12/15/2016 12:02am
First thing to do when considering a dropper post...is not to consider a KS unless you plan to service every month and cartridge still eventually fails. This has been my experience with last three post from them. Reverb B1 has been night and day better as far as performance and durability. So much that I bought another one on second bike to replace another clanky LEV.
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Craw Liked a comment about Feature First Look, First Ride: 2017 Devinci Marshall
8/30/2016 9:49pm
So the Django is designed for the rider who equally likes to climb and descend, but with more travel. But the Marshall is for people who are more descending-oriented, with less travel and a plus tire option. But the geo between the two bikes is really close. So close that it's surprising they made two different bikes.
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jgusta Added a comment about feature First Look: OneUp Launches Competitively Priced Narrow Wide Chainring and Updated RADr Cage
11/27/2014 7:40pm
Awesome! Finally a system to work with my short cage RD's since I bend and warp mid caged RD's too easily and prefer the shorter caged RD for 1x10.
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