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In all seriousness, I’d like to see what/how good a 2026 2x8 drivetrain would be if sram or shimano put some serious resources into development.

I’m going to stop picking multiple elite men. Can’t do worse 😂

What if we tried putting a small derailleur on the front cogs, may be just like 2-3 gears, then a 5-7 speed cassette on the rear with another smaller derailleur? Same ratios but better weight distribution?

Honestly I'm happy for Jordan. Guy had a rough year coming out of juniors after doing so well. Seems like such a nice kid too. Stoked to see Reece's finish but Jordan gapped him... 2 second lead with timings that tight is wild! Hope Reece or Hattie get the belted purse soon.

How close was Reece to take belt and gearbox driven bike to the top step of the podium? Fuck the Jordan guy, I mean come on, play along.

I love that chris Canfield is dropping weird bikes all the time now . Titanium DH bikes with gearboxes ? I’m Here for it.

On the Downtime Podcast, Chris Hall, Neko Mulally, and Olly Morris were speculating that Specialized can give just that little extra support. They only have so much budget to allocate, and when Loic is on the box every week, it makes sense to try and keep him there. Also, Jordan and Finn have both independently said that their mentality just sort of clicked this year. Finn finally got a strong training offseason this year after chronic pain in years previous. He then got the confidence to know he could do it. Jordan said he had some mental struggles previously, even...

I think it’s important to remember in the tech rumors forum that we all have dope bikes, tailored specifically for where we ride, and that it’s never the same everywhere for everyone and that minion DHF is still the best tire ever always

Bike industry surprises everyone with new tech. Forum discusses its innovative nature and implications. Members start complaining about the relevance. Rinse and repeat.

So it’s a gearbox debate thread now

You adding Trek to that list…

they are about to, but Conti will call it xyzzy or some shit

Shut the fuck up about drivetrain efficiency. Holy shit. Go find a different thread.

No ageism in here! I'm 40, and the bike I ride most is my Singlespeed. So I, in fact, do stand while climbing, a lot.

Even though the radial version of the TC is a better all around front tire than the diagonal version I think it's still at its best on familiar trails. On my home trails that reward pumping and hard cornering it works great. I think the MM is more forgiving and confident on loose, wet, or unfamiliar trails. So I'll probably continue with TC in the front during the summer months and MM when the rain returns and slick sniper roots are trying to kill me. Still really liking the Romy as a rear.

I feel he lost the plot after the switch to Lewis brakes, talking about unsprung mass in a caliper vs using heavy af wheels 🥲 that’s pointless as

The mighty Felt Compulsion returns!!!!* *kinematics and axle pivot locations may vary

Nobby Nic Soft rear with Tacky Chan Super Soft front works great for me on my shorter travel bike. The NN has good side knobs. The Wicked Will... not so much. Definitely an xc speedy tire, not a do-all MTB tire. The NN and WW are miles apart in terms of traction.