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Greenland definitely on the syndicate (well Santa Cruz at least). Saw him riding one mid week at ponty last week.

Jon Olsson vs. Andreu Lacondeguy

- New Supreme DH bike (updated design / VPP) - New Park bike with 180-190mm travel in the front, likely with mixed wheels What are your thoughts? A new Supreme SX would definitely be a nice thing.

I think Red Bull maintains relationships with people who are hard workers, at the top of their respective sports and most importantly, have great attitudes. If someone was deficient in any of those criteria, then I think there is a possibility Red Bull would want to separate from them. Just a guess…

Hopefully a new Supreme SX is one of them

Yea he might be down to earth... too bad he thinks the earth is flat and "covid isnt real" among other things. He's been pretty vocal about both subjects on social. I guess depending on where you sit on those subjects you could either consider him a "mush brain" as someone put it, or some sort of intellectual genius. Enough said, lets keep this to team rumors.

Any hints or sightings of a new Strive?

That mush brain can stay on his boat.

Because he has a contract with them until December 31st.

KEEP THE DISCUSSION TO TECH RUMORS.

Anymore tech rumours rather than Economics lessons…?

Not as easy as you may think. A lot of things are pushed through under the guise of Corona that would otherwise have been impossible.

But, where do you draw the line? Is a VERY skilled person's work not worth more? I do think that in the new world of 3D Printing SKILLS are losing their luster (for some generations). To your point, is a SweetWings (EEWings) crankset worth the money? A handmade bike by top-tier person (not some hipster with a torch)? For me, certainly. But, I will not pay for a rip off Starbucks coffee....go figure. Everything about our small (first world) market is about options. If you do not like the cost of XTR or XX1, well, friend, you have a ton...

massive youtube following.

ORRRR Steve Peat to Mondraker 2022. You heard it here first folks!

The Cannondale Waves video just dropped on Youtube and Ratboy is noticeable by his absence. Looks like he's really retired now.

I've actually been lucky enough to ride this bike, as well as the prototype Cedric built prior to this. The drivetrain works really well. As Matt Beer mentions in the article, blindfolded you would not be able to tell the difference in shifting quality between this and a conventional derailleur. I can also confirm that Cedric is a great guy and is genuinely looking to make the mountain biking experience better for everyone.

Both claim ‘x’ times better flow rate than a Presta valve (x4 here) but what is the flow rate of a Schrader valve compared to these or a Presta? They seem to be a solution to a problem that has already been solved.

There's a lot more to a team switch than just the frame. Salary, environment, staff, grass is greener feelings to name just a few. It'll be interesting to see how he performs alongside Mark and Troy.