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tarekfahmy Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/17/2024 3:33pm
Also Pole Bicycles announces bankruptcy (youtube.com)
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hamncheez2003 Liked a reply to forum topic The Bikeconomics (Mega)Thread
4/17/2024 3:28pm
Man, thats a kick in the nuts. As abrasive as Leo can be, I consider him to be the primary force behind the geometry revolution of the last 10 years. As recent as 2018, the Specialized Enduro still had XC geometry. I was always curious how Pole supported all they do with boutique sales and hype. In Robs video he blames it on the post-COVID bike industry crash, but that can't be the only reason why. Did he seek a loan or line of credit to keep the doors open? Is that even possible in his jurisdiction and company size?
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JVP Liked a reply to forum topic The Bikeconomics (Mega)Thread
4/17/2024 3:27pm
Pole Bicycle insolvent. Screenshot from here: Insolvency register (om.fi)
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Dave113 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/17/2024 3:27pm
Pole bankrupt?! Just heard a comment on another site...
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Eae903 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/17/2024 3:25pm
Why be bummed that it isn't going HP? The current Process X is rad, fast, and comfortable to ride. I don't think adding the complication of the HP and idler would really do anything to improve it.
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Shinook Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/17/2024 3:25pm
These look really interesting, the rods they use to guide the pads seem interesting, but does seem to require you use their pads. No info on piston sizes or lever feel though.
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PisgahGnar Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/17/2024 3:25pm
Thanks! And it's the same Matt Hunter corner:
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Outlawed Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/7/2024 7:44pm
Links 404 but the new V2 Dread frameset is listed:
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longroadtonowhere Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/7/2024 7:43pm
Raaw sent out an email that said the new jibb is coming on the 11th.
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sspomer Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/7/2024 7:21pm
john hall racing a pinion-equipped M1 at monster pro DH. pic attached. video on our insta stories. we'll have more pics and interview later.
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jonathanheierle Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/7/2024 7:19pm
Already spotted the new colorway on IG, assuming that's Rhys
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dave65 Liked a bike check Vulcain cycles Magma DH midnight blue
3/29/2024 5:25pm
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boozed Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/26/2024 8:37pm
They do have slightly different effects, i.e. the idler reduces/cancels anti-squat permanently, while the o-chain is a chain growth buffer that doesn't interfere when you're pedalling. A universal kit might be something like a rail to adjust the idler position, maybe also some angle adjustment on the ISCG mount, and would need to be built strong enough to handle the loads. The Rulezman kit is pretty beefy as it is without any adjustment.
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Shinook Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/24/2024 8:46pm
What patent did Lewis violate that was held by Trickstuff? I'm in no way disputing they look identical and similar, but that doesn't constitute a patent violation. Some functional aspect of the brake would've needed to be duplicated that was patented by Trickstuff, there are only so many things unique they are doing (maybe the clamp or lever pivot?). If anything the Lewis design is slightly more innovative because it allows you to rotate the cam in the lever to adjust lever progression, something the Trickstuff brakes lack (although I'd find hysterical if they duplicated). "Something looks like something" isn't...
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jonathanheierle Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/24/2024 8:46pm
Apparently Trickstuff let their patent lapse or there was some issue with their patent while this underwent development, not sure on the details but just a rumor I read online. I've watched the teardown video and I wouldn't go out and say its a Trickstuff carbon copy. Also not sure why you think I wouldn't buy parts from Taiwan? I'm just looking for the best product for the best price, I also just purchased the Lollipop driver set directly from 711L in Taiwan after hearing about them from the PB podcast. While I don't ethically agree with everything China does...
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Yoda Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/17/2024 8:17am
There are videos on insta which show the frame close-up. Looks like a de-bond, the curved section is intact and full of dirt. Hopefully no serious injuries, nightmare crash.
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carlinojoevideo Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/17/2024 8:14am
I haven't seen this photo of the FrameWorks lugged bike. The lines and flow of this frame look amazing.
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TEAMROBOT Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/17/2024 8:13am
More steering lock means more stoppie nose pivot turns!
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Primoz Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
3/17/2024 8:11am
Regarding gearboxes, with the Pionion it's known you have to let up on the pedals to release the shift mechanism. On their end of line check in the factory apparently they shift under full power, but drive the shifting mechanism with a big motor. So the design/parts take it, you're just not strong enough with the gripshift to shift it. I think the electronic shifting mechanism improves in this. With effigear talking with the designers they used direct drive hubs in order to drive the gearbox forwards with the wheel during shifts in one of the directions to release the...
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