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iceman2058 Liked a reply to forum topic Nerding out on Brakes shall we? Not another tech deraliment
1/4/2026 9:51am
Throw HEL Advocate in the mix, too, super short lever throw and very stiff hoses which means very little movement after the bite point as well. Our review if you missed it: https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/hydraulic-disc-brakes/hel-perfor….
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sspomer Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
1/1/2026 10:20am
thank you all who participated in this tech rumors thread! i'm going to lock it now, but we're carrying on with annual tech rumors - find the 2026 tech rumors thread here (starting on page 7 at the time of this post). YEW! https://www.vitalmtb.com/forums/hub/mtb-tech-rumors-and-innovation-long…
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Brian_Peterson Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
1/1/2026 10:20am
They inverted their inverted 4 bar?
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saskskier Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 Predictions
12/31/2025 8:44pm
- the juniors will do well, but won't be a smooth transition to elite. - Jackson and Loic will continue to dominate, but a healthy Amaury will mix it up. Henri will be a regular on the podium - Vali on a Commencal and a stable team will be tough to beat. Being Canadian, I hope Gracey has another year like last year. - the Specialized Demo is released. A new precedent on how expensive DH bikes can be is set - more park/freeride specific bikes (think Transition Bottle Rocket, Commencal FRS, etc) are released. Hopefully Kona comes out to...
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Big Bird Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
12/29/2025 11:07pm
Wasn't there some talk a while back about connecting the two sides of the fork for some reason? What if the holes are for a piece of tubing to connect the two sides through the arch, which could then be covered by a cover over the hollow arch?
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JokullThor Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
12/29/2025 11:06pm
100% agree on DOT supremacy, widely available wherever you are regardless if you have a bike shop around or not, i keep one type (Motul DOT5.1) of DOT fluid for all brakes i service, Sram, Hayes, Hope w/e. Super easy cleanup. All other vehicles use DOT fluid brake systems (for a reason), why do bikes have to be different?
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dolface Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
12/29/2025 11:06pm
AFAIK it's not being driven by performance but by upcoming EU regulations right?
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Primoz Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
12/29/2025 11:06pm
You can get the correct DOT fluid in any automotive shop. For any DOT compatible brake. Good luck with that with mineral oil brakes. You have different oils WITHIN the same manufacturer (Shimano), let alone between manufacturers. I know I'm beating a dead horse at this point and derailling the thread at the same time, but sorry, I see ZERO benefits from using mineral oil vs. DOT fluid in brakes... If anything, also reading people's experiences about it, it's more complicated than anything, cleaning it up is a pain compared to DOT and the aforementioned issue of finding the correct...
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Primoz Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
12/29/2025 11:06pm
If we're talking about wishes and brakes... I wish this mineral oil craze would stop.
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TimBud Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker
12/28/2025 8:38am
Something new from EXT? https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSzgCZYjzTX/?igsh=MXZ0M214YzlrdnQ5dA==
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Humdinger420 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/27/2025 9:48am
Probably already been mentioned here but Richie Rude with the updated Fox chassis on a 40
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shreda Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/26/2025 6:50pm
Looks like Pinnd is working on a set of brakes. Apparently launching mid 2026. Full titanium construction, apparently "good braking power". Fully developed by an external design agency, as posted by the designers on linkedin. " Development of a set of high-end mountain bike hydraulic brakes. The set includes both a completely new developed lever and 4-piston caliper. The brakes are manufactured in small series on 5-axis CNC machines in titanium. Testing showed good braking power and excellent heat management. our role: design strategy, concept development, full 3D engineering, sourcing of components, prototyping, testing." https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alskar-design-bv_alskardesign-alskar-bic…
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sspomer Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/26/2025 12:58pm
tech rumors forum update - you've spoken and have been heard we'll lock out this thread at the end of the year (no matter what, it's just too darn big now), and will carry on with yearly tech rumors threads that will be stickied for easy participation. the 2026 thread is already underway here (not yet stickied) i just want to thank everyone for their feedback and insight on what this piece of the vital community means.
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acambo Liked a bike check 2019 Devinci Wilson 29/27
12/25/2025 10:16pm
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deanphoto Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/24/2025 9:17am
Intend dropper features in their happy holidays newsletter.
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Evil96 Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
12/22/2025 8:35pm
Mid January
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Outlawed Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/21/2025 7:52am
What is it with German online retailers and accidently publishing stuff early?
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ahleic09 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/21/2025 7:52am
Short travel, no high pivot incoming
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AvgMTBEnjoyer Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/21/2025 7:51am
I have actually touched a Tacky Chan radial. They're real, and I'm excited
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Kapolczer Added a reply to MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
12/20/2025 10:59am I think we have known these were coming for awhile but this is the first time I’ve seen the Tacky Chan radials on something other than a race bike. (Post from Crossworx Instragram)