RockShox Totem RC2 DH Coil Fork
The Good
Bottomless Travel, Super Stiff, Trust This thing 100%
The Bad
Not quite as plush as Fox, some stiction.
Overall Review
I've used this fork at Highland MTB Park, East Burke, Local Freeride trails. Point and shoot, stiffest single I've ever ridden. Gets a little stiction, but with a little Silicone spray on the stantions she gets smooth and Buttery. High and Low speed compression knobs are easy to turn even while riding and between the two adujustments you can make this fork super stiff or plush. I don't use the lock-out, even when riding uphill. Great Fork!
RockShox Totem RC2 DH Coil Fork
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ODI Ruffian V2.1 Lock-On Grips
ODI Ruffian Grips
The Good
1. Very thin 2. No grip movement 3. Grippy
The Bad
Not so cheap
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I am a huge fan of ODI grips. Buy a bike, get ODI's. I recently reviewed the ODI TLD grips and had nothing but good things to say. Those are great for me but these are a tough competitor. This review will mainly be a compare/ contrast between the two. The TLD lock on grips are great for riders with larger hands cause they are wider than these. In my opinion, the TLD's are more comfortable due to the flanges and the ramped texture but I'm sure I'll get some hate for that. If the Ruffians had
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ODI Troy Lee Designs Lock-On Grip
The Good
they look great
The Bad
too thick made my hands feel numb
Overall Review
I bought these grips for my new bike so everything would be shiny and new but I have quickly swapped back to my old ruffians. The grips look great and provide great grip but they just felt too thick in my hands. IF you like thick grips then they might be great for you but for those who prefer thinner grips and love ruffians then stay away.
ODI Troy Lee Designs Lock-On Grip
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Avid Elixir 5 Disc Brake
The Good
Raw stopping power is more than enough for trail riding. Split clamp makes installation easy (no need to remove grips or shifters).
The Bad
Modulation is lacking. Noisy.
Overall Review
These brakes certainly have the power for even the steepest trails. The drawback is that modulation is not on par with Shimano's current offerings. It took me quite a while to find the sweet spot in the lever stroke where I could avoid locking up the rear wheel on steep descents. Once you find it, the brakes work well enough, but they never modulate as well as the Shimano brakes I've ridden recently. If you rely on finessing the brakes delicately to get you through technical sections, you should
Avid Elixir 5 Disc Brake
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ODI Ruffian V2.1 Lock-On Grips
The Good
Knurled pattern gives great traction in dry or wet conditions. Thin enough to provide a good feel for the bar. Sturdy lock-on collars.
The Bad
Wear quicker than some other options
Overall Review
The often-imitated ODI Ruffian is my favorite grip. The knurled pattern is simple and low-profile, and provides great grip without annoying logos or hard spots. They're thin enough to give you a good connection to the bar and bike, but still take some of the sting out of the ride. Whether the day is hot and dusty or chilly and wet, these grips will give you the traction you need. Many other brands have a similar pattern available, but ODI's lock collars are better than most.
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SRAM GXP Team Bottom Bracket
The Good
Installs with no hassles. Finish quality is excellent.
The Bad
Durability is not as good as expected.
Overall Review
Over two years, I went through a surprising number of these bottom brackets on my cross-country bike. The durability of the bearings was never quite satisfactory. I was running a Truvativ Stylo crankset, and these bottom brackets inevitably developed play after a few months of riding. They were also prone to creaking if not thoroughly greased and tightened. On the bright side, I never had an issue with installation or removal. The cups spun in without any problems, and whenever I needed to re
SRAM GXP Team Bottom Bracket
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Kenda Nevegal Tire
The Good
Cornering performance is awesome
The Bad
Rolls slower than comparable tires
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I love the way this tire corners. I remember the first time I leaned it over, I couldn't believe how far it held. If that's important to you, then rest assured this tire will not let you down in the turns. However, if you're just riding along on hard-packed trails or on the road to the trailhead, you can feel how much resistance this tire creates when rolling. I've talked to some of my riding buddies, and they agree that this tire's strength is its cornering ability, not its speed. Pick your
Kenda Nevegal Tire
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2012 Giant Trance X 2 Bike
The Good
A total blast to ride on tight, technical descents or fast, swooping singletrack. Pedals efficiently through rough or smooth trails. Reasonable weight for the price. Durable, solid parts kits. Inspires confidence on gnarly sections.
The Bad
Triple crankset is unnecessary - swap to a double or single for lower weight and better chain retention. Stock tires are thin - I pinch flatted on my first ride. Stock brakes aren't great.
Overall Review
Every time I ride this bike I enjoy it more. It pedals well enough to get you to the top of the hill without unnecessary gasping, although big standing efforts definitely work better with the ProPedal switch engaged. The Maestro suspension works well to keep the rear wheel tracking on technical climbs, making rooty or rocky sections easier. The fun really starts at the top of the hill - this bike comes alive on any descent. It accelerates quickly, and once you have the suspension dialed in, it
2012 Giant Trance X 2 Bike
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