@ FlatLander: I never said that flats were better than clips...I just want to share my experience with the Vans BMX Shoe

Thats a good point - I sometimes think in some you have to decide what factors are important for a bike shoe, flat or clips. I always though that the other brands were good (not saying that Vams are the best here)..but either you sacrifice grip for breathabilty ... more »

..just for reference sake: this thread was just to justify that the Vans BMX shoes that I've been riding have been holding up well and might be a option for some flat pedals riders. I pretty much think the the whole Flats vs Clicks discussions have been ... more »

Hey Holeshot413, thanks for the comment - I have a couple of friends who switched to flats due to knee pain.

..just though I'd send a little update. I was again really surprised about all the positive comments, I think for a lot of riders this way an interesting topic. I finally finished my bike, and it has been awesome to ride... He's the full spec: ... more »

@Ceecee..you got the plot wrong, I am currently on the V3 Bronson 27.5 / the Bronson V4 MX is the topic here. Mixed wheel sizes...

Thank you so much everyone for the tips and trick regarding the MX discussion. I have decided to stick with 27.5 inch wheels and move towards the 5010 from Santa Cruz and install a Cascade Link fpr the full 150mm front / 140mm rear...will be the right ... more »

@hbelly13: Thanks for the review on your Evil, sounds interesting. Regarding "scaring" myself..trust me when I say the trails here are rad...I did spice it up thought and built a Comic BFE 27.5 Hardtail and that thing was awesome...sold it because it ... more »

Thanks for all the comments, I am sure that all the wheel sizes have their ad / disadvantages. Not really sure I am ready to ride this MX train - and to be honest the MX bikes look horrible in my opinion. @yzedf - glad to hear you had your experiences ... more »

Thanks Spomer for the quick reply. The area is live in (Alps) has literally in every direction different types of trails...home trails are steep and rocky, high alpine with flowy bits - so generally both wheel sizes will work. As an active rider, wheel ... more »

...the thing is here, and maybe that was the mistake that the bikeshop tried to fix the problem,but the problem was a warranty issue and only solved if the shock was replaced. Have to tried to contact the Romanian SRAM Distr.? SC DHS Bike Parts SRL Str. ... more »

Ok, first off that does really suck. I have some customer service experience and have worked for BMC, Scott and Giant...just wanna say that EVERY brand will handle certain issues differently. Lets get to the crank, this is obviously not a warranty issue, ... more »

Another option I like (and have) is the Wolf Tooth Encase System...works really well and is well hidden. Or, just by the OneUp Pump and store the EDC tool in it.