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MrDuck Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker

8/26/2026 6:49pm

It has little to do with engine braking. Everything to do with grip. Tldr: Front slows you down with large bursts of power, rear keeps your speed in check with longer duration braking events. Don't need data acquisition to try going 20km/h on just about any surface,then using each brake individually and see how fast can you stop. Or ride down in'n'out burger with front only vs rear only. Pretty sure only one of those options is viable. I imagine the reasoning behind big rotor in the back is heat dissipation, as you'll do a lot more braking in the...

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monarchmason Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker

8/26/2026 1:25pm

I asked Gemini to adjust the image to not alter anything about it, just to make what seems to be there, a little more visible. Hate me if you want.

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Evil96 Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)

8/26/2026 1:20pm

would be handy to have some dampening when things get too dusty

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TEAMROBOT Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)

8/26/2026 1:20pm

DAMPING

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thresh Liked a reply to forum topic E-bike talk: not tech rumor derailment

8/19/2026 8:56pm

What is your take on the maneuverability of that bike? We've seen comments here on the forums that a slim highly placed battery makes it harder to steer.

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alonzobutler Liked a reply to forum topic 2026 MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation - Longer and Slacker

8/18/2026 7:03pm

It's cool to see Manitou on a stock build.

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Ryan Burney Liked a reply to forum topic What I Learned Starting a Tire Insert Company

8/14/2026 7:06pm

If you want to try them, here is a code you can use for 40% off. Others on the forum feel free to use it as well. "LETSGOMARTIN". Made that code for friends as Martin Maes has been running our Heavyweight insert this season and had them in for his 2x top 10 WC DH finishes. Pretty pumped on that. I'll let others speak on their experience. We're on our 5th iteration and that's what is currently shipping. We've solved some little issues we were having with earlier versions. The bungee was ripping thru the plastic with time and we...

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Ryan Burney Liked a reply to forum topic What I Learned Starting a Tire Insert Company

8/14/2026 7:05pm

I could've been more clear haha: I've already started shipping them. From here on, all rim savers that ship are V2. I just put a note in the box with the updated instructions so people don't get too confused. It's a better product so I didn't want to wait. I almost forgot: I have a new impact anvil head thats intended to test pinch flats. I've had it in my cart to order for months and finally was able to pull the trigger the other week. When it arrives I'll make time to get around to doing some real pinch...

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sspomer Liked a reply to forum topic The Bikeconomics (Mega)Thread

8/13/2026 8:01am

we tested the reaper powerplay 24. it was a hoot for my boys, but didn't quite hold up under grom huckage for very long. it also made them pretty salty at having to pedal a regular bike for a few months after lol https://www.vitalmtb.com/product/guide/e-bikes/rocky-mountain/reaper-po…

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Evil96 Liked a reply to forum topic Shimano Drops New 2.2mm Thick Rotors in 200/220mm Sizes - Thoughts?

8/11/2026 8:22am

Indeed, but I’m not working for Shimano, and I’ve installed 2.3mm rotors on plenty of Shimano, maguras and other “incompatible” brakes to know that they work with no problems

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CarolinaCrawler Liked a reply to forum topic The best lightweight tyre insert for protecting your rim?

8/11/2026 8:21am

I have not tried them but the Rim Saver appears to be the best. I would love to try them. They just make sense. I'm currently running the XC Cushcore in the downhill bike solely for rim protection. I will probably switch to rim saver eventually. Plus they have a great story and are made in Vermont.

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Snowwww Added a reply to The best lightweight tyre insert for protecting your rim?

8/11/2026 8:21am

This. Only one flat since I started running rim saver, and that was entirely a combination of user errors. Easier to install than cush or rimpact too.

jeff.brines Liked a reply to forum topic The best lightweight tyre insert for protecting your rim?

8/11/2026 8:20am

Rim Saver for sure. If you don't want the squish of a foam insert (like many do not), but still want to protect your rim, Rim Saver is by far your best option. Plus Ryan lurks around these parts, super good engineer, really nice guy.

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piratetrails Liked a forum topic Specialized 2FO Mourning Thread

8/9/2026 7:22am

It's been mentioned in the Bikenomics thread before that Specialized is getting out of clothing and now in the tech rumors thread that Specialized 2FO shoes are out of stock everywhere. Anyone have any viable alternatives that are as stiff, have the parallelogram cleat box, etc? Bonus points if they're like the 2FOs with regular version that's light (but still decently stiff) and a DH version with extra toe box and stiffness. It's been really nice having the exact same shoe but with slight differences for the 2 different genres. I realize any good options will probably be above the...

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TEAMROBOT Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)

8/9/2026 7:19am

I think you and I have already had this exact same conversation, but okay let's review my points again: 1. Lab tests ≠ absolute truth. Not all tests are created equal. People in these forums have repeatedly made the claim that radial tires roll slower than bias ply tires, but the tests they've shared to back up these claims ( example from Schwalbe's lab here) were performed on steel drums in a laboratory. Steel drums have been resoundingly proven to not be a reliable proxy for even smooth asphalt, let alone rough asphalt, gravel, or real world trail conditions. If...

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TEAMROBOT Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)

8/9/2026 7:16am

*I think what you meant to say was "I want the durability without the weight. Also, some people have anecdotally claimed additional rolling resistance with radials, but there isn't sufficient evidence at this time to make an educated conclusion on that topic."

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