TEAMROBOT
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TEAMROBOT Added a comment about video ELLIOTT HEAP - Trail Bike Madness - Vital RAW
12/20/2020 10:26pm
A 130mm 27.5 fork has 90mm less leverage acting on it than a 180mm 29" fork, so all else being equal Elliott's Pike is probably stiffer than the long travel Lyrik's we were talking about. Just sayin.
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TEAMROBOT Added a reply to Will lighter riders benefit from an RS Zeb or Fox 38?
12/17/2020 2:06pm I went from a 170mm 36 on my Megatower to a 180mm Zeb and I'm roundly impressed by the new fork and pleased with the change. It's a huge improvement over the 36 it replaced in every respect. Yes, I can definitely feel the increased stiffness, but I appreciate the more linear air spring and I like the taller stack...
metadave Liked a comment about Press Release Canyon Updates the Strive with Fresh Colors and Specs for 2021
12/17/2020 9:45am
Not sure if Intense or Canyon are winning at holding off releasing new enduro bikes in case geo progression suddenly regresses back 5 years.
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metadave Liked a comment about Press Release Canyon Updates the Strive with Fresh Colors and Specs for 2021
12/17/2020 9:45am
Not sure if Intense or Canyon are winning at holding off releasing new enduro bikes in case geo progression suddenly regresses back 5 years.
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Dave113 Liked a reply to forum topic Will lighter riders benefit from an RS Zeb or Fox 38?
12/16/2020 2:08pm
How you ride matters more than weight. If you double your weight you double impact energy. If you double your speed you'll have 4x the impact energy.
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Dave_Camp Liked a reply to forum topic Will lighter riders benefit from an RS Zeb or Fox 38?
12/16/2020 2:00pm
I like the added stiffness if only for confidence. Might actually add to arm pump but it feels like you can run into/over anything. And the bigger forks look cool- which is a legit selling point like it or not 
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TEAMROBOT Added a reply to Scout vs SB140 vs similar bikes
12/15/2020 2:05pm Nice! That's a great friend to hook you up like that. I think you've got enough bike there to do anything, and you should be set for a long, long time if you keep up with maintenance. You could race a NW Cup downhill race on that bike, then change tires and do a cross country race the next weekend...
Ruturaj Liked a reply to forum topic Scout vs SB140 vs similar bikes
12/15/2020 2:03pm
Just an update, I got Spectral CFR frame from friend for free, spent around 3,200 (searched for best prices, used coupons and cash back websites) on components One up: Stem, carbon handlebar, 210mm dropper + remote Fox: 36 Factory Fork 160mm Industry 9: 101 wheels Shimano: XT drivetrain and brakes Chris king: Headset + spacers Ergon: Saddle + grips Maxxis: DHR 2 Front, Dissector rear both 2.4" Deity: Comosite pedals Deftrap
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dolface Liked a comment about Feature Crankbrothers Shoe Range Unveiled, New Protection and Winter Wear - Vital Gear Show
12/15/2020 12:59pm
That just, like, your opinion man.
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TEAMROBOT Added a comment about feature Crankbrothers Shoe Range Unveiled, New Protection and Winter Wear - Vital Gear Show
12/15/2020 12:42pm
My grandma also had trouble with laces and she found velcro to be a great alternative. YMMV
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iceman2058 Liked a comment about Feature Crankbrothers Shoe Range Unveiled, New Protection and Winter Wear - Vital Gear Show
12/15/2020 12:41pm
G-Form protection and Fox winter gear, to be precise.
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TEAMROBOT Added a comment about feature REVIEW - 2021 Santa Cruz Nomad - Go Anywhere, Do Anything
12/15/2020 12:25pm
I think long-travel bikes like this are the bees knees. I can only have one mountain bike due to money and space. I chose a long-travel bike, and I love it. My bike is a 180 front/160 rear Megatower, but pretty similar to the Nomad reviewed. It climbs technical stuff surprisingly well, and I'm able to keep up with most people everywhere. When I ride somewhere flat and boring I either lockout front and rear, add 10 psi to the shock, pump up the tires, or do all of the above. I have to work a little harder to go...
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jeff.brines Liked a comment about Feature REVIEW - 2021 Santa Cruz Nomad - Go Anywhere, Do Anything
12/15/2020 12:19pm
We should all be slow clapping the rear end length changing by size.
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TEAMROBOT Added a comment about news story Canyon Bicycles Acquired by Belgian Investor
12/15/2020 12:13pm
I, for one, welcome our corporate overlords. I look forward to the day when we're all owned by Disney/Applezonsoft.
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Craw Liked a comment about video Finn Iles Makes His Case for the Best Trail in Whistler
12/13/2020 8:45pm
He's lying. The only things worth riding in Whistler are in the bike park.
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Farmergilles Liked a comment about video THE SYNDICATE: No Time to Cry - World Cup & Champs 2020, Loris Vergier Moving On
12/13/2020 5:57pm
I'm sad because I love both of them the Syndicate and Loris . It should be hard to start to a new family but in the same in a racer world where you need also new challenge I understand he may want some more. All the best Loris.
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TEAMROBOT Added a reply to Another geo thread - this time, related to stack height
12/11/2020 8:33pm "Actually you want to weight the bars pretty heavily. Escpecially when climbing. You use your abs and back to pull the bars backwards and down and towards the bb." I disagree with this advice. There are very few times on extremely steep technical climbs where I'll pull the bars back and down, but everywhere else the handlebars are just a...
Werewolflotion Liked a reply to forum topic Another geo thread - this time, related to stack height
12/11/2020 8:27pm
Great thread fa sho, don't stop now. I'm 5'8" and moved from a bike with 420 reach to 450, same stack (within 2mm), and a steeper seat tube angle puts the effective top tube within 5mm of my old bike. Been riding 15 years and have never had so much difficulty getting the fit right. I feel stretched out and over the front wheel on the steeps. Have measured the bike in every possible way and the cockpit is almost identical to my old bike. I think the issue is once I'm out of the saddle, the difference in reach...
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Falcon Liked a reply to forum topic Another geo thread - this time, related to stack height
12/11/2020 8:26pm
I don't want to masquerade as an "experienced" guy, but I understand the answer is, "not very much." You want to be heavy on the pedals and light on the bars. And thanks, everyone, for all the replies.
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BetterRide.net Liked a reply to forum topic Another geo thread - this time, related to stack height
12/11/2020 8:26pm
I've been studying bike setup for 25 years and coaching for 21, these are my thoughts. Precise handle height is more important than I realized! Many of my students' handlebars are too high and often we lower them 10-50mm, to get them in a better, more confident position. Often bikes come from the shop in the most comfortable position with 20-50mm of spacers under the stem and riser bars (bars that ride 15 to 40mm higher than the stem). This feels good in the parking lot and while seated and pedaling on mellow terrain but when you want to ride...
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