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ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
7/15/2026 9:12am Not in the sense that one would like them to be, as there are no tangible performance advantages beyond the marketing. That cell format has existed for quite some time, they're simply slapping the "semi-solid" label on it. Like I said, the next advance, which has already been readily available on the market for over a year, is the molicell...
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ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
7/13/2026 3:09pm No such thing as semi solid state batteries, in the sense you mean. Technically most available batteries are "semi solid" state. They could very easily go to molicell m65a's, which drop right into the existing battery packaging, and yield charging and discharging that's twice as fast, and add 20% more capacity. But they have not at this point. They've been...
ntm95 Added a reply to Assegai no grip zone
6/16/2026 1:00pm Assegai is just kind of numb, works at all angles, but isn't the best at any of them. Not sure if it's the casing (feels different than previous maxxis dh casings), but I'm really liking the dh highroller 3 right now. Bites like a dhf in corners, but still conforms to off camber roots and such nicely.
ntm95 Added a reply to Cockpit Setup Puzzling
6/16/2026 12:50pm The regulator has a pretty decently balanced f/r ratio. Bikes like that are effected negatively in trying to ride it like older geo. You want to stay centered and ride through your feet/hips rather than through your hands/shoulders. Front grip comes from your feet, not your hands. Hence, shorter reach and higher stack is beneficial. Forbidden has this pretty dialed...
ntm95 Added a reply to Cockpit Setup Puzzling
6/16/2026 7:56am What bike and size, and how tall are you ? Can be suspension related too, if you have a fork that's piling up.
ntm95 Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
6/12/2026 3:51pm I ran that on a claymore for a short time. Not enough traction front or rear. Would maybe use as an arizona setup where you're not cornering very hard. I won't run anything but ss compound up front now. And s rear.
ntm95 Added a reply to Modern Geo Talk: Chainstays, Stack, Reach, and Bitching About It
5/27/2026 11:00am Taller riders historically getting the shaft with the one size fits all chainstay approach, has been my experience. It takes time to adapt to a longer rear end and riding through your feet and hips. The longer you've been on a short rear end, the longer it takes to recalibrate ones riding style, but the benefits are certainly there afterwards...
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
5/4/2026 3:44pm That is true of the 800wh, but not necessarily the 600wh.
ntm95 Added a reply to Modern Geo Talk: Chainstays, Stack, Reach, and Bitching About It
4/21/2026 11:39am I'm not surprised, whoever is running their geo over there is asleep at the wheel. Makes the commencal v5 look even more attractive.
ntm95 Added a reply to Sea Otter Classic - 2026
4/20/2026 12:32pm No Forbidden E-dreadnought ?
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/20/2026 12:19pm Not on the e-dreadnought, it is a dedicated frame. Long chainstays, short reach, tall stack, and a motor make a steeper seat tube angle actually undesirable.
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/17/2026 7:08am Longer rear ends is part of the puzzle.
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/16/2026 11:57am Correct, the discharge rating on the existing cells is too low when used in smaller capacity packs. The newer 6000mah molicell 21700's have a higher discharge rating, and would be appropriate for standalone small pack usage.
Blake_Motley Liked a reply to forum topic E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/16/2026 9:13am
478 chainstay on the XL. I think I’m legally obligated to get one of these
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ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/16/2026 9:10am Is specialized cooked now that their motor/battery isn't the most refined setup (dji) ? They've been really coasting on bike design.
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/16/2026 9:05am It also has surprisingly good geo for an ibis.
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
4/16/2026 9:02am Nought-e is out: DREADNOUGHT E | A New Level Of Confidence
ntm95 Added a reply to Shock Suggestions?
3/26/2026 2:37pm My two cents. Tuning trumps all other factors, if it's an off the shelf shock, it may or may not work for you. -Vivid air has been disappointing on every bike I've tried one on. -Vivid coil, pretty decent. -Fox x2 24+, okay, but definitely more seal drag than the old ones that blew up regularly. -Fox dhx2 coil, mediocre...
ntm95 Added a reply to E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment
3/26/2026 9:55am That's a good looking bike. I have a 2025 crafty xr, and the 150mm of travel feels more like 170mm. This should be pretty impressive performance wise.
ntm95 Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
3/25/2026 9:57am Your mileage may vary of course. Most of my riding is aggressive bike park stuff. A caveat with any of the continentals is that they need a solid day or two to "scuff" in.