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Added bike check Pivot Phoenix 29
11/26/2025 4:11am
Simcik Liked a reply to forum topic The Bikeconomics (Mega)Thread
9/16/2024 10:52am
The bike biz is a great business to be in! It is also a job at the end of the day. Not everyday is drinking beers and riding bikes with badass industry folks. Some days are spreadsheets, negotiating pricing like a car deal or spending hours upon hours driving or standing in a tradeshow booth. But when you get those days of riding bikes and hanging with cool people talking bikes, it is more than worth it. While in the bike business I've never had a meeting with the Bob's or had to hide my stapler. Pick the right brand...
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freddie.thomson.735 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
9/11/2024 9:02am
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Eoin Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
9/11/2024 9:02am
Didn't go through it, but the Pivot had the fastest lap for all 3 testers and they gave it best bike on test.
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NoahColorado Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
8/23/2024 2:47pm
I just got an ebike and it's blowing my mind. I don't think I was ever an ass about it, but I was certainly a bit judgy before. Now, I get it. For me, it just eliminates the slow, sloggy parts of the ride – it's always cruisy and fun. Plus, the penalty for using reliable, confidence-inspiring parts – beefy tires, big brakes, hefty suspension – is essentially eliminated. Isn't going to replace analog riding for me, it's gonna get me on a bike more, because I don't have to search for motivation when I'm tired, time pressed, or it's...
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iceman2058 Liked a comment about bike check Pivot Mach 6 Bike Park Mode Engaged
8/1/2024 8:02am
Bike of the Day August 1, 2024!
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Added bike check Pivot Mach 6 Bike Park Mode Engaged
8/1/2024 12:56am
Mbarosko Started a new thread Pivot Mach 6 Mullet Carbon wheels
2/19/2024 3:12pm Business in the front party in the back! Pivot Mach 6 Mullet setup with carbon Reynolds Black Label Pro wheelset w/Hydra hubs and a mixed XT/XTR drivetrain. Full specs below. Bike is in great shape and has been covered in AMS frame protection from the start. Has one small spot where the frame protection is kinda bubbled from my tailgate...
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Simcik Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
2/8/2024 9:06am
I assume it is a two piece caliper, those bolts are how it is bolted together. They did this with the original Code calipers in the mid 2000's.
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Simcik Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
2/6/2024 1:21pm
Bikes are really freaking good these days. It is not going to be a revelation each time a brand launches or updates a bike. The tagline Vital put to it was: "Subtle but significant changes keep the all-mountain ripper alive and well." Meaning it is an update, not a whole new bike or platform. Were you hoping for 200mm travel, 90 degree STA, 45 degree HA, and 23 pounds? For the last decade it seems that every bike is lower, longer, and slacker. That only works to a point. Bikes have settled into pretty great categories. At this point the...
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Mbarosko Added a reply to MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
9/27/2023 10:54am Hmmm definitely doesn't look to be the same as Shimano. More likely they moved to the Sram DU when they tooled the carbon molds.
Mbarosko Started a new thread Pivot Trail 429 Enduro Pro X0 Carbon Wheel Medium
9/11/2023 11:50am Want to get your hands on the newest Sram Transmission without spending full retail? Now is your chance! This Pivot Trail 429 Enduro is the cleanest you will find. Extremely low miles, ultra clean! I have upgraded a few things from stock to fit my style, more aggressive tires and Shimano brakes w/bigger rotor. If you would prefer the bike...
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PJ205 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
7/20/2023 1:10pm
Definitely incorrect.
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Mbarosko Added a reply to Is a mullet bike slower pedaling uphill compared to full 29?
6/28/2023 2:36pm I have found that my mullet bike pedals just the same as my full 29" bikes. If anything on certain situations it feels better since the smaller wheel spools up faster and easier.
Mbarosko Added a reply to MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
6/19/2023 1:59pm All of the sorcery chips In all seriousness though the magnet isn't too heavy. Very little noticeable imbalance even at 20mph on trail. Now in the bike stand you will probably notice it but it's not any worse than 120ml of Stan's flowing around in your tire...
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6/19/2023 1:23pm Bosch system speed sensor magnet. It takes it off the rotor and puts it on the valve stem. Frame manufactures don't have to make provisions for a speed sensor back at the rear end any more! Big plus to not have a hole at the seatstay/chainstay.
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6/15/2023 8:20am Same system that is run on their other bikes like the Switchblade and Firebird. Allows for adjustment of head angle/bb height
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6/1/2023 1:41pm Yeah that is a standard OEM option from Sram. Been around for a while now but not sure if you can purchase it aftermarket.
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5/26/2023 1:53pm Internet Rando is wrong sorry to say...
Mbarosko Started a new thread 2022 Pivot Firebird Medium
3/31/2023 1:55pm Current Pivot Firebird Pro XT/XTR size Medium in the killer Silver Sunrise color. Pretty much stock with a few updates listed below, bike is in really great shape with about 300mi on it. There are a couple very small paint chips all pictured and the rear derailleur has a scuff. Drivetrain - XTR derailleur and Shifter, XT cassette and chain...
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