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si618 Added a comment about feature Vital MTB Face Off: The Best Flat Pedals
5/21/2020 4:37pm
Agreed, I'm on older shimano saints and some nukeproofs, both have taken beating, so will probably get the XT pedals when needed, and at AUD$113 cheaper than any on this list.
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LLLLL Liked a comment about Feature Vital MTB Face Off: The Best Flat Pedals
5/21/2020 4:29pm
I picked up a pair of Shimano’s latest xt’s as my first pair of flats. 3 rides in I’m very impressed. I swapped the front and back pins for the included long ones for loads of concave, super solid peddle 👍
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si618 Added a comment about feature How Much Money Does a Bike Mechanic Make? The Answer May Surprise You
3/2/2014 7:06pm
Agreed. I have a lot of respect for good mechanics, but I also love working on bikes, so only take it to a shop if I can't figure it out myself. I know I'll never be as good as a good mechanic, but I'm good enough, and also a tight ass with a family and a mortgage and lots of bills, so to me it just makes sense to DIY. It's also a great feeling riding a bike you built and/or maintain yourself.
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bturman Liked a comment about Feature How Much Money Does a Bike Mechanic Make? The Answer May Surprise You
3/2/2014 7:00pm
I think most people with high-end bikes (and in theory more disposable income) tend to be enthusiasts and decent home mechanics, and as a result they don't need to take their rides to the shop as often. When I was a mechanic most of my time was spent fixing low-end bikes and commuters, though I did occasionally see some nice rides. Point being, perhaps those that would be willing to spend more on a good tune/service are already taking care of it themselves. As a result it's hard to justify a price hike. Then again, does a low-end ride typically...
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Nice review, but if you wanted chainguide and xt brakes why not go the Reign 1? Was able to get mine for $2,450 in Australia and you get SLX brakes (nearly identical to XT, I have 2012 model) plus a clutch mech which is so much quieter. Also love the new SLX cranks. Main issues I've had was the dropper cable rubbing against the upper link, and the CTD cartridge had a manufacturing fault. Both quickly fixed under warranty, although I ended up re-routing the dropper cable myself. Our trails have lots of shale and rocks and the wide hydroformed...
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tjteo Liked a comment about product review Very fun bike
5/14/2013 8:25pm
The 2013 reign has chainguide tabs and standard bb
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