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parnifel Started a new thread ..not another MTB flat pedal shoe debate!!!
10/27/2021 1:30am Hey Vital readers Hayden here...I thought I'd share my insights on a pair of flat pedals shoes I've been running for the last 6 - 6.5 months. I am an experienced rider and ride 5-6 times a week. I am 5.7" and weigh 160 pounds, bike is currently a SC 5010 with a Cascade Link with 160 up front /...
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parnifel Added a reply to ..not another MTB flat pedal shoe debate!!!
10/27/2021 1:30am @ FlatLander: I never said that flats were better than clips...I just want to share my experience with the Vans BMX Shoe
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parnifel Added a reply to ..not another MTB flat pedal shoe debate!!!
10/27/2021 1:11am 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 / or looks for durability. Its really like buying a bike, light...
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Added bike check Santa Cruz 5010
10/26/2021 4:55am
parnifel Added a reply to ..not another MTB flat pedal shoe debate!!!
10/26/2021 4:49am ..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 covered (numerous of times)...
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10/24/2021 9:33pm Hey Holeshot413, thanks for the comment - I have a couple of friends who switched to flats due to knee pain.
parnifel Started a new thread Santa Cruz dilemma...
8/6/2021 11:39am Hey Vital MTB Crowd I have a small (well for me its a big deal) dilemma and maybe you guys can share your thoughts on it. I am currency on a SC BRSN 2021 Model and have been riding this bike for some time now...having trouble adapting to this whole MX trend thats happening. Its just doesn't feel right having...
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parnifel Added a reply to Santa Cruz dilemma...
8/6/2021 11:31am
..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: Frame: Santa Cruz 5010 CC V3 Medium Loosely Blue Fork: Fox Factory 36 Grip 2...
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7/22/2021 10:38am @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...
parnifel Added a reply to Santa Cruz dilemma...
7/22/2021 2:54am 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 bike for the riding I still plan to do. Stay healthy out there...
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7/21/2021 11:16am @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 was either the Bronson or that. I never thought there would be so much rider input in this...
parnifel Added a reply to Santa Cruz dilemma...
7/21/2021 8:16am 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 already, I will not be going full enduro -...
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7/21/2021 7:45am 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 buzz shouldn't be a problem. I'm 5.6" am have been riding 27.5" for a long time...
parnifel Added a comment about press release Yamaha's New, Interesting, e-MTB is Here
7/29/2020 1:42am
New Yamaha eBike Team Rider = Brian Lopes??
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parnifel Added a reply to Canyon customer service
6/11/2020 11:57am ...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. Santuhalm 35 A Deva 330004 www.DhsBikeParts.ro My advice would be to contact them...
parnifel Added a reply to Canyon customer service
6/11/2020 11:13am 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, sure you asked Canyon for their help, but the easiest and quickest option would of been just...
parnifel Added a reply to Does anyone know if the Specialized swat stem tool fits in the fox 38?
6/10/2020 11:13am 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.
parnifel Added a comment about video Is Your Suspension Dialed? FOX Teaches You How to Get It Done
6/4/2020 10:37am
I have a question, in the intro(by around .15 seconds)..Jordi seems to have unscrewed the Grip2 Damper side and pushed the oil in from the top. Is this another option for regular maintenance/ oil change without removing the lower legs? @Fox: keep up the great work, these videos are awesome and my new 2021 36 is the bees knees!!!!
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Added bike check Santa Cruz Bronson V3
4/19/2020 10:36am
parnifel Added a reply to is more expensive stuff worth it ?
4/12/2020 11:54pm I recently built up my custom Bronson V3 and wanted to do a full on custom build...so I did. Planned a trip to Finale Ligure and the first day went pretty well, second day I got a little off line and that cost me my new XTR 12 speed derailleur and 7 spokes (Industry Nine Enduro 305 with Hydra Hubs)...
