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Privateer 161 Gen 1 (2020-2022) Frame

The Good

+ Geometry
+ Overbuilt (strong and long-lasting)
+ Dropper insertion
+ Build simplicity
+ Price for performance

The Bad

- Overbuilt (heavyweight)
- Details (raw machining, sharp edges against housing)
- Poor chain protection
- Some shocks very close to the bottle

Overall Review

Geometry is on point with numbers close to a DH rig with a headtube angle at 64° and reach per height pretty advanced. At 1.83m (6") on P3 size (490mm reach) it felt stable and composed when railing corners, but the bike is mostly rewarding at high speeds. Suspension is great overall, just the beginning of the stroke can feel a bit harsh but can be altered with a coil shock. It felt composed on rooty sections like it was his best terrain. The long chainstays and steep seattube (75.49° on P3)

Privateer 161 Gen 1 (2020-2022) Frame

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qblambda

7/4/2024 1:02am

2025 Specialized Stumpjumper 15 Pro Bike

93325-10 SJ-15-PRO-GRNTNT-GUN-METSLPHR HERO-PDP

Overall Review

Iwould consider the Stumpjumper the benchmark for a mountain bike. Maybe it hasn't been the most exciting or revolutionary bike, but it's always done everything really, really well. And as the trail, all-mountain, whatever-you-want-to-call-it-segment has grown denser and murkier, the Stumpjumper has consistently remained a trendsetter and pack leader. From rider-centric sizing to internal frame storage to adjustable geometry—the Stumpy helped usher in many of the features we expect to find on

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Jason_Schroeder

7/2/2024 9:00am

2023 Transition Relay Carbon X0 AXS PNW E-Bike

The Good

Feels like a normal mtb maybe a little heavier, feels way better than my full power ebike. Battery keeps weight down. If I am doing laps will just buy another battery.
"7.5 rear is awesome easy to manual and flickable, so fun so light.
People miss the point of the bike, and its battery its lightweight if you want to go for an all day spin or laps you can bring or stash a battery.

Another good point if the battery dies, it rides like a normal bike. Try riding your normal ebike up a hill when the battery dies.

The Bad

Ring controller is exposed on the handlebar as in if you put the bike upside down on its bars its exposed and weight will be on it.

Overall Review

Its an awesome bike, the ability to switch the lightweight battery out is the way to go. Speciallized has a battery extener for their bikes which is silly because then you have to carry all that weight. Laps on your favourite trails are awesome, just buy another battery. Geo is great and proper sizing too an xxl is actuall xxl. coil rear, fox up front is buttery smooth win win!

2023 Transition Relay Carbon X0 AXS PNW E-Bike

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sloth

7/1/2024 7:38am

OneUp Components V3 Dropper Seatpost

OneUp-Components V3Dropper FullRange 1200x

Overall Review

OneUp has built up a well-deserved reputation as makers of a quality dropper post over the years, and we’ve had excellent results with every iteration of it so far. They released the all-new version three a couple of months ago, so of course we had to put it to the test. Keep reading to find out how we’ve been getting along with it. Strengths Weaknesses Compact dimensions, adjustable travel Light weight Lighter actuation now, easier to modulate Reliable, easy to service Fast return speed Price

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iceman2058

6/22/2024 1:56am

EXT Storia Lok V4 Rear Shock

Overall Review

Italian suspension specialist EXT has been on a roll recently, introducing new products and updating existing models regularly. The Storia (enduro) and Arma (DH) coil shocks have now been given a complete overhaul, with plenty of new features added and further construction improvements implemented. We’ve had the Storia V4 on a test bike for a few weeks now, keep reading to learn all about the changes and find out what we think of it on the trail. EXT Storia V4 Highlights PSR (Position Sensitive

EXT Storia Lok V4 Rear Shock

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iceman2058

6/21/2024 1:29am

DT Swiss EXC 1200 Classic Wheelset

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Always looking for innovative ways to make better products, DT Swiss has developed new, patented techniques and tools for manufacturing carbon rims. Instead of building up the carbon layers from the inside and out, DT Swiss now uses a singular mold to directly construct each 1200 series rim from the outside in, which they say improves the consistency of the layup and minimizes any imperfections. The new 1200 range of wheels features different layups and builds to suit different riding scenarios

DT Swiss EXC 1200 Classic Wheelset

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iceman2058

6/20/2024 6:52am

2024 Norco Fluid VLT C1 130 E-Bike

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Light-weight e-bikes are here to stay, and with all the offerings from nearly every major brand, it's safe to say, like it or not, that the future of mountain bike riding for a majority of the population will involve a battery and a motor. If that's something you despise, move along. If you're down to embrace the power of electricity in a trail-riding application, then Norco's 2024 Fluid VLT lineup should pique your interest. Norco Fluid VLT Highlights Full carbon frame or carbon front triangle

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2024 Norco Fluid VLT C1 130 E-Bike

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sspomer

6/11/2024 6:34pm

7iDP Project.21 Holographic Ltd Ed Open Face Helmet

The Good

Quality and Fit!

The Bad

Not much at all.

Overall Review

Great review! I can't wait! I have several gloves, the M1 trail lid, knee/shin pads, and elbow pads for my daughter and me. All are so great I went ahead and orderd the LE Project 23 lid and it fits like a glove right out of the box, its SUPER light and looks INCREDIBLE! So, as soon as the new LE Project 21 trail lid went on sale yesterday I scooped mine up! I'll test it out in Bentonville next week, but I expect to be 100% satisfied with it as I am with everything else they put out. Hoping we

7iDP Project.21 Holographic Ltd Ed Open Face Helmet

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TrojanNationCO

6/6/2024 1:17pm

7iDP Project.21 Holographic Ltd Ed Open Face Helmet

Overall Review

Protection is serious business, and 7iDP has always been serious about it. We’ve had great results with many of their products over the years, from kneepads to helmets, so we are excited to see them release a new high-end half shell now. The Project.21 was designed with increasingly technical and demanding riding in mind, and it comes loaded with both comfort and safety features. Keep reading to learn more! 7iDP Project.21 Highlights (Holographic Ltd Ed Series 1) ERT™ System Conehead™ Technology

7iDP Project.21 Holographic Ltd Ed Open Face Helmet

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iceman2058

6/5/2024 10:34pm

DEITY SUPERVILLAIN Flat Pedal

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Deity’s TMAC pedal has been around for quite a few years by now, and in that time it has become widely recognized as one of the leading options on the market. Case in point, it has been holding down a podium position in our long-standing flat pedal face off ever since it was first published in 2016. Building on the legacy of such a successful product is always a daunting task, but that didn’t deter Deity from looking for ways to make it even better. The result is called the Supervillain, and it

DEITY SUPERVILLAIN Flat Pedal

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iceman2058

6/4/2024 7:51am