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ms55401
Trad climber
minneapolis, mn
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May 20, 2015 - 09:21pm PT
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I can't even find a bike worth buying today. Everything is overbuilt.
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bhilden
Trad climber
Mountain View, CA/Boulder, CO
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May 20, 2015 - 09:26pm PT
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This is the bike I spent the last two weeks with riding around Sicily. It's a titanium Ritchey BreakAway travel bike. The original model was steel, but I bugged Tom enough to build a titanium version that he had two prototypes made, one for him and one for me. It's a great bike and makes traveling so much easier.
Oh, yeah, Monte Etna erupted when I was there.
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strangeday
Trad climber
Brea ca.
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May 20, 2015 - 09:29pm PT
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My midlife crisis purchase... Not many over 40 guys at the skatepark.
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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May 20, 2015 - 10:31pm PT
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Surly Troll in Cambodia
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pyrosis
Boulder climber
Bishop, CA
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May 20, 2015 - 10:38pm PT
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Just finished building this one, first time I've ever had a rear shock and I must say...
I like it :)
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rurprider
Trad climber
Mt. Rubidoux
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May 20, 2015 - 10:54pm PT
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rurprider
Trad climber
Mt. Rubidoux
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May 20, 2015 - 11:01pm PT
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
extraordinaire
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May 20, 2015 - 11:04pm PT
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@ strangeday (brakeless no less)
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i'm gumby dammit
Sport climber
da ow
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May 20, 2015 - 11:16pm PT
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That's awesome pyrosis. i just finished my superlight too. Got the frame for $380 off steepandcheap. Think it was the last new 26" superlight in a large anywhere. Loving it but need to rise the bars up another inch so I've got some new ones coming in blue
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Norwegian
Trad climber
dancin on the tip of god's middle finger
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May 21, 2015 - 04:49am PT
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"people existing on the fringe."
hell, why stop at existing.
thrive on the fringe.
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telemon01
Trad climber
Montana
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May 21, 2015 - 04:57am PT
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I love my old Fisher bike, reliable transport vehicle
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martygarrison
Trad climber
Washington DC
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May 21, 2015 - 05:04am PT
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skitch
Gym climber
Bend Or
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May 21, 2015 - 05:25am PT
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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May 21, 2015 - 05:50am PT
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Ghost
climber
A long way from where I started
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May 21, 2015 - 06:13am PT
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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May 21, 2015 - 07:34am PT
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Boblyi
climber
The East Side
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May 21, 2015 - 07:49am PT
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zBrown
Ice climber
Brujò de la Playa y Perrito Ruby
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May 21, 2015 - 07:58am PT
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Beach cruiser I'd just finished working on. Such a deal $20 + $5.00 in parts.
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Banquo
climber
Amerricka
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May 21, 2015 - 08:14am PT
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On the road to the valley of the kings 1981. I'm the guy in a baseball cap, t-shirt, cut off surplus khakis and huaraches ogling the skinny gal. It was 125 degrees and no water bottle.
I guess I am off topic since it was a rental bike.
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skitch
Gym climber
Bend Or
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May 21, 2015 - 09:59am PT
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skitch
Gym climber
Bend Or
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May 21, 2015 - 10:03am PT
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strangeday
My midlife crisis purchase... Not many over 40 guys at the skatepark.
How do you like the Bmx??? I have a 26" Dirt Jumper and it is really fun, but there are so many more tricks I could do with a bmx bike with pegs. How hard is it to grind? have you thoroughly fu(ked yourself up yet?
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FTOR
Sport climber
CA
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May 21, 2015 - 10:19am PT
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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May 21, 2015 - 11:15am PT
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stilltrying
Trad climber
washington indiana
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May 21, 2015 - 11:24am PT
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Tobia
Social climber
Denial
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May 21, 2015 - 12:25pm PT
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gt rider
Trad climber
moscow, idaho
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May 21, 2015 - 01:05pm PT
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2000 team edition
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Sierra Ledge Rat
Mountain climber
Old and Broken Down in Appalachia
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May 21, 2015 - 01:33pm PT
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tolman_paul
Trad climber
Anchorage, AK
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May 21, 2015 - 01:48pm PT
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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May 21, 2015 - 01:49pm PT
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My Ti buddy...
Lovin' the Lemhi's...
Cruising up Mt Crosier checking out a fire in the background...
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab or In What Time Zone Am I?
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May 21, 2015 - 02:38pm PT
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Love my bikes!
Latest addition is a Juliana (Santa Cruz women's division) with a gravity dropper seat. LOVE LOVE LOVE the 27.5 size. Has less than 50 miles on it. Only one biff so far. I can fix that, undoubtedly.
My many year beloved Specialized Stumpjumper 26 inch. Now retired but not forgotten. This was in Fruita on a nice trail.
My beautiful ole Italian Diva. My custom Bianchi Road Bike that NEVER lets me down. At Rides people always mention the matching Celeste Green Look pedals. Unfortunately they can never be replicated. I was actually able to have a third ring put on the front which has me climbing steeps again.
And my commute bike...what a deal...a techie moving back to India had it already outfitted with panniers and racks. Being retired the only thing I "commute" to is the gym, shopping, local trailheads, friends houses.
I hope I can ride forever.
Susan
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coolrockclimberguy69
climber
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May 21, 2015 - 04:17pm PT
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Banshee Rune 26" wheels, my main workhorse
NS Surge steel hardtail singlespeed, also 26"
Also have an old Vitus road bike but no pics of it.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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May 21, 2015 - 05:59pm PT
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My town bike, used to be my commuter in the Bay Area, 2010 specialized Hard rock with custom made Crater pack, frame pack, - highly recommended -holds stuff and a smaller camelback (I've know the creator for years and can Hook You Up)
Old school / Vintage Klien full suspension, a hand me down from the Ferretlegger, when moved on up to the 29'er.
Still life with two cool bikes giant three fold climbX crash pad and 1996 Camry- life is sweet!
In background notice Bridwell's old Patagonia Bachar Ladder, and vintage Fish Maxipad!
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crankster
Trad climber
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May 21, 2015 - 06:08pm PT
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Don't ever sell that Klein. Classic!
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John Duffield
Mountain climber
New York
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May 22, 2015 - 11:12am PT
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I've got a few of them.
In addition, to an assortment of kids bikes, a Tandem and some beach crusiers, I have some good ones.
In this one, I'm riding my Gary Fisher Hardtail while carrying my Specialized CX bike, off to meet an out-of-town friend for a ride.
Here's my Track Bike.
and, my Felt F/S F/R MTB
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Hardman Knott
Gym climber
Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley, Ca
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May 22, 2015 - 11:31am PT
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Nice bikes, everyone!
GGB sunrise, enroute to weekly Chicken Ride
Mt Tam as seen from summit of Bald Hill above Phoenix Lake (yes those are 23mm slicks)
Railroad Grade at Double Bow Knot, Mt Tam
Top o' Tam
Cal Park Tunnel aka Beer Tunnel™ (very close to Marin Brew Co)
Water tower high above Paradise Drive near Tiboron (next to Spanish Trail)
GGB sunset a couple weeks ago
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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May 22, 2015 - 04:02pm PT
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ThisFor here
That Klein is classic,I would reel it in a bit on descents,they were known to fail[top tube] awhile ago and yours is old.
Protect your face .....Jaybro.
Cool new bike Susan.
I like all bikes.
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MisterE
Gym climber
Being In Sierra Happy Of Place
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May 22, 2015 - 04:31pm PT
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Some sweet rides here.
Just the one now, early 90's frame with beautiful fillet welds:
Ringle hubs
Raceface & Avid
Chris King headset
Deore XTR
Ti Chris King BB
Ti seatpost & Ti sticks
Rockshox forks
Beartrap pedals
old Brooks saddle (screw the weight ;^)
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tripmind
Sport climber
San Diego
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May 23, 2015 - 02:52am PT
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bought this a few years ago before I started climbing, and jetted around to Woodson and other places before I had any gear, climbing with friends over the summers. Pic is at JTree.
I definitely like having a bike but you really can't haul gear without luggage racks, and even on short trips to Jtree and back it becomes painful on the ass and the knees. Also getting to some places may require driving on trails with ruts so deep that you could conceal a cow in them, a heavy bike like this would be suicidal.
If anyone knows of a guy that has a decent "climber's motorcycle" build that is good on the highway and offroad let me know.
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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May 23, 2015 - 04:55am PT
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not mine yet.... but my road bike is about 13 years old and is asking for retirement. This Titanium Motobecane cycle-cross bike looks like a sweet replacement and not bad for just under $2000.
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crankster
Trad climber
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May 23, 2015 - 08:03am PT
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Sweet, rockermike...disc brakes, buy it.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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May 23, 2015 - 08:04am PT
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zBrown
Ice climber
Brujò de la Playa y Perrito Ruby
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May 24, 2015 - 08:40am PT
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Here's my Klein
Can't remember how old it is. Sometimes I can't remember how old I am. Maybe 1992.
Take the bench and leave the riding to us.
Found a stock one, apparently it was 1991. Mine has the notorious Manitou shocks.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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May 24, 2015 - 09:10am PT
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Have more than 2,000 miles on this one now
Fits 42mm tires most of the time, but I put the 24mm slicks on last week for a Century in a couple of weeks. Then it's back to the fat, go anywhere tires.
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zBrown
Ice climber
Brujò de la Playa y Perrito Ruby
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May 24, 2015 - 11:13am PT
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Not me, but this guy takes bikes seriously
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Ghost
climber
A long way from where I started
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May 24, 2015 - 01:47pm PT
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Used this MB2 about thirty years ago during the early North Shore days in Vancouver. Most recently it's seen some trips into a crag we were working on a couple of years ago.
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Tobia
Social climber
Denial
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May 24, 2015 - 04:31pm PT
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I haven't seen a Brooks leather saddle since... I bought my first bike, a Mercier, in 1974 new for $120. I liked the leather Brooks more than the French saddle that was on mine, so I had the bike-smith swap it.
I rode that bike all over New Orleans, it was easier to get around and parking wasn't a problem; the constant sweating was. There is only one hill in N.O. and it is man made in City Park for kids to play on.
I Rode all over the valley and Tuolumne Meadows, that is to say from the TMCC to the pass or Tenaya Lake.
I did my first triathlons on that bike, starting in 1986. I started looking at racing bicycles then; sold the Mercier to a friend who promptly had a bad accident on it, giving him a concussion and the bending the forks on the bike. He forgot to lock the front wheel in. He gave the bike away, and hasn't been on one since.
I never bought the upgrade. The 2008 Specialized pictured a few pages back belonged to a good friend who passed away and his brother lets me ride Gary's bike. It will always be "Gary's bike". I'm just taking care of it until he needs it again.
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mouse from merced
Trad climber
The finger of fate, my friends, is fickle.
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May 24, 2015 - 07:28pm PT
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I have neebee to thank for arranging this to be mine.
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stevep
Boulder climber
Salt Lake, UT
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May 24, 2015 - 08:57pm PT
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Rockermike, I'll also vouch for that Motobecane Ti Cross bike. I've got the same one as TGT, and it was well worth it.
Though the stock wheels are boat anchors.
Speaking of riding a bike...try this:
[Click to View YouTube Video]
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
extraordinaire
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May 24, 2015 - 10:14pm PT
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Dingus McGee
Social climber
Where Safety trumps Leaving No Trace
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May 25, 2015 - 04:10am PT
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab or In What Time Zone Am I?
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May 29, 2015 - 09:12pm PT
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I mummified my new MTB for a long road trip.
It's a MTB, for gawds sake. It's supposed to get dinged. But not 'cuz it's hanging off the back of my car!
Susan
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c_vultaggio
Trad climber
new york
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May 30, 2015 - 07:53am PT
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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May 30, 2015 - 11:54am PT
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C vautaggio... you look like you might be one of those guys that do back flips on your bike? Looks so cool. How hard is it to learn? Is that perchance how you broke yourself up?
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rmuir
Social climber
From the Time Before the Rocks Cooled.
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May 30, 2015 - 12:01pm PT
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Or do you mean my modern bike?
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c_vultaggio
Trad climber
new york
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May 31, 2015 - 08:37am PT
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@rockermike - I haven't had the sack to throw a backflip, but from what I hear they feel pretty natural… overshot a landing last week, wrecked with my thumb hooked behind the bar, and ended up with a pretty bad dislocation that required surgery to fix. Sucks but could have been way worse.
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Jun 12, 2015 - 08:24pm PT
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If you know a climber who uses EBs, hexes, 50 mtr ropes, Superguide alpine boots and/ or bamboo handled Chuoinard piolets.... then you know what old school is.
Well Rivendell bikes and Grant... the owner... is the old school of the biking world. Their frames are beautiful and over priced... but hell if you got the bucks why not. Better than buying a Porsche.
Anyway I was reading their catalog recently and came across this op ed piece....I like it.
Tips for happy riding
Learn right away that the front brake is the most effective one, and to never lock the front wheel. Learn how far you can lean over without scraping a pedal. Learn to keep the inside pedal UP when you corner, and learn to ride safely in all conditions. Signal your approach to pedestrians, especially if they’re old, and a bell is better than “On your left!” If no bell, try clacking your brake levers. If all you got is “On your left!” that’s fine. At least one ride in 10, go without your sunglasses and gloves. Sometime next month, put some doublesided cheap-style pedals on a good bike and ride in non-cycling garb. Carry an extra tube you can donate to somebody with a flat tire and just a repair kit. If you’re a guy, don’t try to be a mentor to every female cycler you meet. Don’t ride i n shoes you can’t walk through an antique s hop in. Don’t wear clothing that makes your sweat stink even more. Don’t think you’ll go faster in a significant way if you and your bike become more aerodynamic. Put a $20 bill inside your seat post or handlebar and hold it there, somehow. Don’t ride until you’re confident you can f ix a flat. If you ride more than one bike, have a set of bring-along tools for each one. Learn how to remove your rear wheel (put the chain onto the small cog, etc.). If you ride in a group, bring food for you and somebody who forgot to. Go for a one-hour ride underdressed sometime, because it’ll remind you that the earth can beat you up if you’re not careful, and if you always overdress you’ll forget that. Never blame your bike or your health if you’re the last one up the hill or in to the rest stop. If your brake hoods are black, your bar tape shouldn’t be. Don’t let your c hain squeak. If you pass another rider up a hill, say more than “Hi,” but if she’s a woman and you aren’t, don’t assume she wants to chat. If you’re a woman and he’s a guy, you can chit-chat all you like. If you see another rider fast approaching, trying to catch you, let it happen. Fun is more i mportant than fast. Bring normal food, if any, on your ride. Take photos on your rides and give them away. Feel comfortable mixing high tech and low tech, old and new parts and technologies, and don’t apologize to anybody for it. Compliment other people’s bikes, especially if they’re new. Buy the cheapest helmet that fits well. Try seersucker shirts for hot weather riding, and long-sleeved ones are best. If you get a new widget and like it, don’t “swear by it,” just use it. Don’t always shop by price and never ask for discounts at your local bike shop. Every time you go i nto a bike shop, spend at least $2, and if you ask a question and get good advice, s pend $5 (get a cable). If you buy a rack, don’t ask for free installation. Don’t assume your bike shop is making money. Ride only when you feel like it. If you know a fast new rider, don’t say, “You really ought to race…” If you see a stocky woman rider, don’t suggest she race track. Have at least one bike you feel comfortable riding in a downpour. Ride in weather that keeps other cyclers indoors. Don’t keep track of your pedaling cadence. If you have a normal loop or ride, count the number of times you shift on it; then the next time you ride it, cut that in half and see if it makes any difference. Learn to ride nohands and to hop over obstacles, but not simultaneously. Never hit a pedestrian. In traffic, be visible. If you have several bikes, set them up with different equipment…but always ride the saddle you like best. Don’t try to keep up with faster descenders if you’re not comfortable descending. Never apologize for buying something that’s not quite pro quality by saying, “I’m not going to race or anything.” If you buy a stock bike, do something to it that makes it the only one exactly like it in the world. Don’t think i t’s important to match front and rear hubs or rims. If you borrow somebody else’s bike, for a short test or a long ride, say something nice about it. Always bring a pump. Wear out something. Don’t describe any bike, no matter how c heap or dilapidated, as “a piece of crap.” If you get a fancy bike assembled by somebody else, allow them a scrape or two, especially if the bike is really expensive. If you’re suffering badly on a climb, walk. Go for a ride in sandals at least once, and ride around in normal clothes every so often, if only to get your neighbors used to seeing bike riders looking normal.
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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Jun 13, 2015 - 10:20am PT
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Cool thoughts^^
Just finished a ride from Truckee to Shasta on this;
I have several others but am having the most fun currently with this one.
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Largo
Sport climber
The Big Wide Open Face
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Jun 13, 2015 - 10:26am PT
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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Jun 13, 2015 - 10:34am PT
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Yeehaw cowboy!
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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Jun 13, 2015 - 10:44am PT
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Good call, yep. I think maybe the middle falls.
Spent the day swimming and fishing before heading up the hill and into Mt. Shasta
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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Jun 13, 2015 - 10:58am PT
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89 to A21 (that Westwood cutoff) to 44 to 89.
I've driven that so many times I just wanted to do it slower.
Fishing was ok, but you know what they say about that...
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Jun 13, 2015 - 05:21pm PT
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Hey DelhiDog.... how'd the solar panel work? I'm debating between a panel and an expensive dyno hub.
Largo looks like he's flying (or falling). :) You must be pretty good at that thing. I watched a vimeo video just yesterday of a couple who rode the continental divide route on unicycles, camping gear and all. ha
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martygarrison
Trad climber
Washington DC
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Jun 13, 2015 - 06:57pm PT
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Latest build.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
mammoth lakes ca
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Jun 13, 2015 - 07:38pm PT
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Covet....
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briham89
Big Wall climber
santa cruz, ca
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Jun 13, 2015 - 09:44pm PT
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This is what I have been working my ass off on for the last 2 years....
Inspired by vintage motorcycles. 36mph in race mode, 3000w motor.
They will put a smile on your face when you hit the throttle :)
Check them out at ----> http://vintageelectricbikes.com/
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Jun 14, 2015 - 04:42am PT
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↑↑↑↑
Pretty cool.
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Craig Fry
Trad climber
So Cal.
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Jun 18, 2015 - 11:24am PT
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Mine is a Real Mountain Bike, I forgot what kind it is,
used on Real Mts. I like big tires and a low seat.
a look back at our so called "Trail"
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Alpinista55
Mountain climber
Portland, OR
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Jun 18, 2015 - 11:42am PT
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I'm a triker!
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apogee
climber
Technically expert, safe belayer, can lead if easy
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Jun 18, 2015 - 12:08pm PT
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I have a student on a course right now who had his Giant 'Trance' mountain bike stolen yesterday during class.
Scumbag thieves!
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sierracanon
Mountain climber
Sacramento, CA
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Jun 18, 2015 - 02:53pm PT
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This was a team bike for Saxo Bank in the 2010 Amgen Tour of California.
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onyourleft
climber
Smog Angeles
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Jun 18, 2015 - 05:43pm PT
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Lorenzo
Trad climber
Portland Oregon
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Jun 18, 2015 - 06:05pm PT
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Not mine, but my friend Che's that he used on his trip commemorated in the motorcycle diaries.
Alta Gracia, Argentina.
They are looking for somebody who knows these bikes to restore it.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Jun 18, 2015 - 06:39pm PT
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You had a mass murderer for a friend?
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Jun 18, 2015 - 08:36pm PT
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Mass murder is dropping atomic bombs on civilians and napalm on little girls. Viva la revolutiaon.. viva Che! :)
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thebravecowboy
climber
liberated libertine
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Jun 18, 2015 - 08:48pm PT
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TGT, bro, I really must suggest that you start riding with a seat on that post.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Jun 18, 2015 - 08:59pm PT
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The Cuban army was mostly composed of 16 year old kids that joined out of economic necessity.
After the revolution when the army was liquidated, Che had his office rearranged with the desk facing the courtyard window so he wouldn't have to get up or turn around to witness the slaughter.
Real nice guy!
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thebravecowboy
climber
liberated libertine
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Jun 18, 2015 - 09:01pm PT
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Yes, tell me more about 1967. And how f*#ked everything is because of communism. Please.
anywhoo: my new bike (a people's bike, if you must), carried my prole self up to yon pass with great alacrity today, after work. I reckon it's about 5x downhill speed versus the rate of uphill slog. My steel-frame carries the downhill faster, but the light little coozy R700 sweeps me up and tipples me down just so nice. Hooray for bicycles! Hooray for human power!
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Jun 18, 2015 - 09:07pm PT
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My titanium Capitalist special, with the comfy Brooks saddle, easily achieves a 1-10 speed ratio on Hwy 39
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thebravecowboy
climber
liberated libertine
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Jun 18, 2015 - 09:09pm PT
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yes, forget the politicking, talk shop to me!
And yes, TGT, your polar-shift vs me, coupled with your road-riding, helps drive this people-powered fascist-eater up those high passes. Thanks, man. And btw, my bike was produced with zero emissions (that is, zero emissions of humanity back into the ether in service of my aluminum frame). Just kidding, they're all cruelty-bikes! Hahahaha! Living at the top is great, especially without a conscience!
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TomMc
Trad climber
Massachusetts
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Jun 19, 2015 - 04:07am PT
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I find this works better than a water bottle.
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Dingus McGee
Social climber
Where Safety trumps Leaving No Trace
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Jun 19, 2015 - 04:49am PT
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I have taken the above bike up Interstate 80 East to the Vedauwoo, then the VU road to the HJ Road, then the Headquarters Rd, then a difficult up hill M Bike trail to the Lincoln Head and down the Interstate West to home.
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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Jun 19, 2015 - 07:56am PT
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^^^^ Crazy
I really like those "vintage" electrics . . .
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meld
Trad climber
So Cal
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Jun 19, 2015 - 08:42am PT
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Jay Wood
Trad climber
Land of God-less fools
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Jun 19, 2015 - 10:52am PT
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These are the main ones. About 2,500 miles YTD on the road bike.
It turns out that, unlike climbing (where I live), you don't have to drive anywhere to get a great workout/adventure.
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radair
Social climber
North Conway, NH
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Jun 19, 2015 - 06:54pm PT
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I have many but this is my fave. Bucksaw B+
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Fish Boy
Social climber
Squeamish
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Jun 20, 2015 - 06:06pm PT
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Just thrown this Intense Carbine together....160mm Lyric, 1x10 and roughly 27 pounds.
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Marlow
Sport climber
OSLO
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Nov 26, 2015 - 12:27pm PT
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A bit of history:
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Nov 26, 2015 - 12:56pm PT
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At the top of the medicare ride.
(turned 65 the day before)
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Bushman
Social climber
Elk Grove, California
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Nov 26, 2015 - 03:59pm PT
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My old Bike
My old bike is my old friend
I hope he's with me in the end
If I ride off a precipice
Then the good earth we shall kiss
When they recover our remains
Our mangled handlebars and brains
They'll cremate both of us as one
Our days of riding finally done
-bushman
11/26/2015
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crankster
Trad climber
No. Tahoe
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Nov 26, 2015 - 04:38pm PT
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Looks to be a circa late-80's Rockhopper, bush?
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Bushman
Social climber
Elk Grove, California
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Nov 26, 2015 - 04:55pm PT
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Yes Crankster
You know yer cuts of bikes!
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crankster
Trad climber
No. Tahoe
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Nov 27, 2015 - 08:21am PT
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Classic. I had the original Stumpjumper. Wish I still had it!
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hobo_dan
Social climber
Minnesota
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Nov 27, 2015 - 08:21am PT
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I built this over the summer. It's a Santa Cruz Classic Blur. I pretty much ran it up as a basket case job. It was a good education in how, and how not to do bike mechanics. Presently I am doing battle with brake squeal. I learned nothing though, as I am contemplating doing another one.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Nov 27, 2015 - 02:42pm PT
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3 speed ,sit ,stand and walk.
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neverwas
Mountain climber
ak
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Dec 13, 2015 - 03:34am PT
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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Dec 13, 2015 - 04:23am PT
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wilbeer, you gotta 3 speed hub on that thing? Cool!
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mrtropy
Trad climber
Nor Cal
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Dec 13, 2015 - 06:34am PT
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my son who used mine on one of our rides in Bend
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Stewart Johnson
climber
lake forest
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Dec 13, 2015 - 06:46am PT
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Resting Ibis 40 miles into the 65 mile
Tahoe rim trail
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Dec 13, 2015 - 07:09am PT
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I'm looking to pick up an Ibis mojo hd3 in the spring. I'll demo it first but I gotta say I already dig DW and if I like the wheels then I'm in and will cost the same as my truck! I've never owned a car that costs more than my bike, so I'm staying consistent there! How do you like your mojo?
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Dec 13, 2015 - 07:57am PT
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Willbeer is being funny and describing the riding experience on a singlespeed. Seated riding. Out of the seat riding when it gets steep. Walking when too steep.
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Stewart Johnson
climber
lake forest
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Dec 13, 2015 - 05:31pm PT
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Love the mojo!
Baby!
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Pajamas
climber
Wilderness, Home
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Dec 13, 2015 - 05:46pm PT
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Dec 13, 2015 - 06:03pm PT
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Oh my^^^^^. I have a friend that builds MTB snow trails in Wyoming. She'd understand. I'd cry.
My last ride of the fall season in Moab a couple weeks ago.
Trading wheels for sticks now.
Susan
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Dec 13, 2015 - 06:18pm PT
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Built my first wheel today
Well, finished it today.
BD has to cut corners somewhere to sell at the price point they do and it's the hubs. I've finally got into enough shape where spinning 85+ rpm is a possibility and I was starting to outspin my freewheel at about 90 rpm This is kinda hard to describe unless you have experienced it but it manifests itself as slack and clunking in the drive train, it was also noticeable on the transitions from standing to seated climbing and vice versa. On top of that the Vuelta wheel picked up some threads, probably from a tire bead and sucked them into the freewheel mechanism. I managed to fix it, but it took an ultrasonic cleaner, specially modified 12mm Allen wrench and much swearing. The Vuelta that BD was buying then is kind of a frankenstein between a freehub and a freewheel, difficult to get apart, not user friendly serviceable and not easy to find replacements. Lots of seal drag too and also no readily available replacement seals.
I've also got disc brakes and 130 OLD spacing so hub choices are limited.
I scored on a discounted White CX Ti hub and mated it with a fairly heavy 29er rim (Alex TD17) and a 36 spoke 3 cross build. Sapim double butted spokes and Al nipples. Total cost was $310.
I used the bike as a truing stand and invested in a $38 Harbor Freight dial indicator and snake head clamp that I need for work anyway. It ended up at 0.004 TIR laterally and 0.008 TIR Radially so it's true to about the thickness of the decals. the big disadvantage to doing it this way is guestimating the dish/centering with no flat surfaces to measure from I ended up being about 1mm off to the right. The machinist in my past came out and it's a bit like indicating in a 36 instead of a 4 jaw chuck. Not difficult, but does require some sense of what the metal is doing and patience. I also got really aggressive about the stress relieving process.
(put the axle on a block of wood, grab the rim and try to taco it working your way all the way around, flip over, repeat)
All of the NDS nipples got a dollop of green (penetrating grade) Locktite on completion
I was primarily interested in getting the hub situation rectified, but as a bonus it's about 200g lighter than the old wheel with a wider stronger rim to boot.
Took it out for a spin this afternoon and no alarming pings or noises so I must have done something right, The ride is noticeably more comfortable too. I'd attribute that to the fact that the OEM wheel has oversize blade forks that have about the same cross sectional area as a really thick round spoke. The double butted ones would be springier. How that will play out as far as the potential for future fatigue failure only time will tell.
One thing I will do different next time is to use grease rather than thin oil on the DS nipples. That would make bringing them up to tension much smoother with less slip/stick action. The NDS the torque is so low you could probably leave them dry.
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Fat Dad
Trad climber
Los Angeles, CA
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Dec 13, 2015 - 08:25pm PT
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New Santa Cruz 5010 carbon. It's awesome. Managed to squeak in a prework ride up Paseo Miramar to Parker Mesa Overlook. A tiring but good way to start the day.
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Dec 20, 2015 - 06:17am PT
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Hey J
Check out the Light & Motion stuff. I use an 800 and a 550 lumen, one on the helmet and one on the bar. You'll spend around $250 for both and possibly be hella store.
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BeeHay
Trad climber
San Diego CA
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Dec 20, 2015 - 08:56am PT
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Had a couple of Niteriders over the years, they are way overpriced now and they gouge you on spare parts. Great luck with Magicshine at 30-40% of the price. 2 on the bars for even coverage, one on helmet to look around corners, you can ride anything. Using just a helmet light sucks, the steep angle washes out any contrast, it's like skiing in a whiteout. I'm actually using a couple of Chinese rigs now, $30 on Amazon for the whole kit. The batteries didn't last but a good replacement from Magicshine is compatible. Yeah, we do a lot of night riding!
Tallboy LT, awesome machine!
BH
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Dec 20, 2015 - 09:02am PT
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For night m-biking I use a combination of a 700 lumen bar mount Nightrider and a 750 lumen Lupine dual beam helmet mounted unit. I love this combination for having different beam patterns, brightness options and bar/head tracking. Super fun!
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 20, 2015 - 09:03am PT
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Owned a Night Rider..It was over-priced and when it wore out they couldn't repair it..Bought a Le Zyne..3 inches long by 1 inch diameter flash light...comes with 2 batteries that fit inside the light...Batteries are charged on Lap Top...Helmet mount or handlebar mount...$150.00 ....4 hr. run time and plenty bright...
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Alpamayo
Trad climber
Davis, CA
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Dec 20, 2015 - 10:42am PT
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I ride about once or twice a week at night. I agree with much of the above. Light and Motion or Lezyne. My NR light have been nice but all of them died more quickly than I'd like. I currently use a single 650 or 800 lumen if I'm just riding road/gravel, and use the pair (one on the helmet, one on the bars) on the trails.
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Dec 20, 2015 - 11:06am PT
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I have two LeZynes. Light weight, simple and easy to charge.
Blur TRC
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d-know
Trad climber
electric lady land
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Dec 20, 2015 - 06:43pm PT
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Raced mtn bikes & commuted
on skinnies 4 years in all
conditions. BMX now has taught
me how to ride a bike.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 20, 2015 - 06:55pm PT
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D-know...from the looks of that bike you must be a midget...?
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Dingus McGee
Social climber
Where Safety trumps Leaving No Trace
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Dec 21, 2015 - 03:47am PT
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Begging the Question:
Getting something cheaper than the one that makes the most sense to you is false economy.
Another circular argument that after analysis makes little sense!
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Dingus McGee
Social climber
Where Safety trumps Leaving No Trace
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Dec 21, 2015 - 04:07am PT
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My latest ebike build:
30 mph on the trail is very fast for this tank. The tires cushion one some but on order is a Thudbuster seat post and Velo Plush seat. The tires running low air pressure make up for lack of short travel front shocks.
But excellent slow speed stablility on snow, ice and mud.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 21, 2015 - 05:01am PT
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I'm building up a fat tire single speed for getting around the dairy...studded tires for traction on the cow manure...
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EdwardT
Trad climber
Retired
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Dec 21, 2015 - 09:49am PT
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For years, I passed on night riding because I didn't want to spend $400 on equipment I might only use a few times.
Cree lights are great for newbys. You get to find out if you like night riding without dropping a bundle.
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fear
Ice climber
hartford, ct
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Dec 21, 2015 - 10:11am PT
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The key to not dying on the road at night is lots of lights.... I've always got 2-3 on my back for when things break or run out of juice. Getting hit by cars and trucks sucks. I know from experience.
Those little "Blitzu" USB-charged Lithium lights are great. Very bright and light so I can carry half a dozen for long night-time rides.
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Elcapinyoazz
Social climber
Joshua Tree
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Dec 21, 2015 - 10:16am PT
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Hey Jeebs, some places will rent you different night-light rigs. There's a shop local to me that has done rentals and demos. Might check that angle with your local shops, before taking the plunge, see what you really want/need.
I tried one out last summer with a co-worker who was in the market for them. It was pretty fun, and they were way brighter than I expected. It's about the only way you can ride in the IE in summer, my local trail system has almost zero shade and routinely hits 105F in summer. So it's dawn patrol or night riding...or heat stroke.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Dec 21, 2015 - 04:32pm PT
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As a long time night rider and BS mechanic,I do not want to offend anyone's choices in lighting.
I own a helmet mounted Lupine Piko
Almost 4years old it is as good trail riding as it is on the road.
Just ride Along.
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Tobia
Social climber
Denial
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Dec 21, 2015 - 04:58pm PT
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Wilbeer,
What's your opinion of Cervelo S Series Road bikes? S5 in particular.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Dec 21, 2015 - 05:17pm PT
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Tobia,I have had the fortune of riding a team edition s5 this past summer,we do not sell those at our BS,I wish we did.
Not much room[see funds]in my life to own a 5 thousand dollar road bike ,unless I had a pro deal.
That said,the s5 w/ENVE wheels was as good of a true road bike I believe you can get for that money.
Felt effortless to ride.Real light and balanced.
Amazing descender.http://www.cervelo.com/en/bikes/s-series/s5.html
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Tobia
Social climber
Denial
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Dec 21, 2015 - 06:19pm PT
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Wilbeer, Thanks for the input. I've been riding a Specialized Roubaix.
The bike shop here just took the Cervelo line on. I've been offered the deal of a lifetime on the S-5. A project/trade-out deal is the best way to describe it, (me being the project). It isn't going to cost me $5K or anywhere near that in monetary terms. I'm far from a professional level rider at this point, actually a running convert after having knee replacement surgery.
The one I'm drooling over has HED wheels.
I have been on one for a short ride and it seemed awesome. A little intimidating actually.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Dec 22, 2015 - 04:51am PT
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They don't have pockets either
Lol
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 22, 2015 - 04:55am PT
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Brennan...Ever hear of the tour of hell..?
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martygarrison
Trad climber
Washington DC
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Dec 22, 2015 - 06:29am PT
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Dec 22, 2015 - 07:36am PT
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doughnutnational
Gym climber
its nice here in the spring
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Dec 22, 2015 - 07:44am PT
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Scraptee
Trad climber
Tacoma
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Dec 22, 2015 - 08:26am PT
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I’ll second or third the Light and Motion and Lezyne lights. I cringed at spending $250 bucks for the L&M Taz 1200 and another $45 for the Vis 180. Now, 3 yrs later and zero issues I realize it was a cheap investment, second only to a good helmet. I added the Lezyne 1,000 lm helmet light at a friend’s suggestion – use it to nail drivers who might think about pulling out in front of me. Both headlights are good for an hour at full power which works for the commute. In addition to the L&M tail light I use a couple of cheap Planet Bike blinkies, one on my helmet and one on rear bike frame. They’re okay but eat batteries and dim with battery loss – need to switch to USB rechargeables at some point. Funny thing is that with all the lights I feel safer commuting at night this time of year than I do in the summer in daylight.
What about rain gear? I commute 16 mi rt in Tacoma and switch between lightweight Showers Pass and MEC jackets. Both are okay but even with pit zips fully open I’m pretty much soaked from sweat when I get to work. I’ve tried the SP rainpants and feel too encumbered. I’ve found that a decent pair of thermal knickers or tights seem adequate for the hour commute. They keep me warm, but wet and not as much fun for longer wet rides. What are others doing?
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Dec 22, 2015 - 09:00am PT
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Whatever you get, have fun with them lights! One more plug for Light&Motion…I do not notice the weight of the 800 lumen Urban model on my helmet and it includes the batt(a self-contained unit). I did notice my old slightly heavier Blackburn(as in I had to wear my helmet extra tight on the DH to keep it from moving so that I could accurately point the beam) and it wasn’t even a self-contained unit, it had a wire and I had to wear a pack to put the batt in. Just a couple ‘lil’ things that can make a diff on a night ride.
Nice looking roadies! I demo’d an Orbea Orca a little while ago and was blown away by how it felt, especially on the dirt roads. In the Missoula area, our road riding is like climbing in Kansas but our dirt road riding is like having the Valley(a wee-dramatic stretch!) in your backyard, so I have an all-road Hunter CX rig 3 with bottle mounts for logging road day tours….here she is just after the stork delivered her…
Scraptee-
RE: rainwear… do they make a softshell that is mostly waterproof? I do not frequently ride in heavy rain but my cold spring/fall rides can have rain, snow and fairly cold temps so I focus on moisture management. This is wear shells basically suck for me, I put out hella heat when my heartrate climbs. I almost always wear wool and use lightweight breathable thin shells if it is raining or for the DH. A thick wool sweater(to match your knickers!) can be very nice when it is cold and maybe drizzling. Your body heat will aid in keeping the water high in the wool and it is very breathable. If it looks to be just frikkin wet, I bring a change of clothes in the backpack. For the commute, having a gym nearby work where I have a locker has been convenient for me. I get warm on the early AM ride, pull and fall from plastic, do PT, take a shower, put on the dry clothes and then a quick ¼ mile commute has me at work by 8am.
I need to rid myself of my backpack and switch to waterproof panniers that turn into a backpack when I get to my destination. Riding with the backpack just makes me sweatier. Anybody doing this? Is Ortlieb the way to go for the panniers/backpack? Or are there others…?
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Dec 22, 2015 - 09:25am PT
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I commute with Ortlieb and they are the bomb. I also use a Lezyne Mega Drive for lighting. I replaced the one pictured on the bike when the battery died after being rebuilt several times. The Mega is compact, bomber and sends out a good pattern.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
Of THIS World (Planet Earth)
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Dec 22, 2015 - 02:17pm PT
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I just finished (one hour ago) a drivetrain rebuild and general overhaul on my girlfriend Lysbeth's Santa Cruz Superlight. New cassette, small chainring, chain, rear brake pads and rear tire (Nevegal 2.1). Oh yes, it shifts, brakes (one finger) and feels purrrrfect! It's a frikken new ride.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Dec 22, 2015 - 04:40pm PT
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Nice work Dave. Those bikes are pretty sweet.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Dec 22, 2015 - 06:39pm PT
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Tobia
Social climber
Denial
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Dec 22, 2015 - 08:06pm PT
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Came to post pic of mountain bike; Fuji Nevada 1.7 but i must not have uploaded it to computer.
Jim, i want to jump on the deal; just struggling w/ whether i will prove myself worthy or not. Only one way to find out...
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 22, 2015 - 08:39pm PT
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TGT... Did you ride that bike up there or did you haul it up there on top of your car for a photo shoot...?
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Dec 23, 2015 - 07:14am PT
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From the house via GMR 79.99 miles 8,279 ft of gain.
Really nice ride except for the last 4 miles.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 23, 2015 - 07:50am PT
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TGT....You Stud..GMR..? I drove that switch backing road to the top in my 64 Bel Air 40 years ago...It was steep as i recall.?..What are the grade percents on that climb...?
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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Dec 23, 2015 - 08:13am PT
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GMR doesn't get much over 5% Lots of strong riders do it with a 28 or even a 26. (Not me! I'm on the 32 a lot)
The last few miles of switchbacks to the lifts from Icehouse Canyon on is never less than 7% and 9-10% for long stretches,
Brutal!
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Banquo
climber
Amerricka
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Dec 23, 2015 - 08:18am PT
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Real men ride rigid.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
Of THIS World (Planet Earth)
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Dec 24, 2015 - 11:00am PT
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Banquo, you be hard core!
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Dec 26, 2015 - 12:05pm PT
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Dec 26, 2015 - 05:40pm PT
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Dec 26, 2015 - 08:57pm PT
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Rockermike....That's a nice frame...Ride it or face the wrath of Santa...
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dee ee
Mountain climber
Of THIS World (Planet Earth)
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Dec 27, 2015 - 10:43am PT
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Stahl bro
Awesome retro shot. Burke, Battey and Angione! Where was that from?
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Dec 27, 2015 - 07:33pm PT
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DEE,
I think if was Lost Horse Mine parking area. Tom has my '82 StumpJumper,
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thebravecowboy
climber
The Good Places
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Oct 24, 2016 - 04:25pm PT
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in contrast to the electric/gas-assisted mobile cycles, here's one that I actually want: [Click to View YouTube Video]
you don't even have to eat, just slam like a few 5 Hour Energy goobs and yer good to go for all the Taco'in you can handle for 24 hrs.
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Phil_B
Social climber
CHC, en zed
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Oct 24, 2016 - 04:55pm PT
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A better bike than I am a rider.
However, it is very good at tiring out the dog. Me too.
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
ne'er–do–well
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Oct 24, 2016 - 08:11pm PT
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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My new build...... fat tires and steel frame...poor man's Rivendell.
Put on two lbs over my alu framed road bike but well worth it IMHO. Rides as smooth as a baby's ass on a velvet carpet.
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EdwardT
Trad climber
Retired
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Nov 10, 2016 - 09:02am PT
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Reilly
Mountain climber
The Other Monrovia- CA
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Nov 10, 2016 - 11:00am PT
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Sewelly, I can see that having unintended consequences. jess sayin'...
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Sparky
Trad climber
vagabond movin on
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Nov 10, 2016 - 11:07am PT
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zBrown
Ice climber
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Nov 10, 2016 - 11:08am PT
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NOT mine, maybe someone here?
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Happy Cowboy
Social climber
Boz MT
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Nov 12, 2016 - 06:19pm PT
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my coupe de ville
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Contractor
Boulder climber
CA
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1973 Peugeot with original rims and many other original parts.
I was lucky enough to recently come across this at a garage sale for $70.
It's super light and fast for a 45 year old bike!
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Nice find.. .Like the details on the lugged head tube...
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
ne'er–do–well
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Scott mountain bike with commuter tires
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Jkruse
Trad climber
Las Cruces, NM
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Surly ECR. 29+ all terrain touring machine. I see it as the Toyota FJ80 of bikes. Perfect for exploring the sandy arroyos and rocky jeep roads of southern New Mexico.
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mooch
Trad climber
Tribal Base Camp (Kernville Annex)
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Bianchi L'Una Comp. Had this one for 4 years until the bottom bracket was cracked during a crit wipe-out :( RIP
Picked up a Cannondale Evo Hi-Mod in 2013, all Dura-Ace components, Enve 40 wheelsets. Lightning fast on the descents......62 mph off of the east side of Townes Pass in Death Valley. Dear Mr. Rabbit.....please don't dart out in front of me! =o
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Mooch...62mph...? uphill..?
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Biotch...Nice fade paint job... You ever get any sweet air on that thing...? Naploean..
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stevep
Boulder climber
Salt Lake, UT
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Here's me and the new ride on it's first major shakedown. Good Water Rim. Bike is a Pivot Mach 429 Trail.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Here they are, nesting;
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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J-Bro,
Nice bovine frame bag! Is that a Fish gig? I put an order in for a micro frame satchel from Alpine Threadworks and there was no bovine, ocelot etc. type of Fish offerings, maybe b/c he's Canadian hehehe.
I've got 8 rides on the Mojo3 and learning something new just about very ride RE: technique, DWlink, etc. Been riding MTBs in all forms for 34 years and the DWlink, better geo and wide rims of today is pretty nice.
I'll try for a pic tonight...
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mooch
Trad climber
Tribal Base Camp (Kernville Annex)
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Reading Comprehension 101
Lightning fast on the descents......62 mph off of the east side of Townes Pass in Death Valley
How about making it sound "euro fast"........100 kph!!
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Jim Herrington
Mountain climber
New York, NY
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One speed, coaster brakes, I love every second on this bike.
Linus, $399. If it gets ripped off, like my $2000 Trek did, it's not the end of the world.
Fairly indestructible.
If you're looking for a workout, try going uphill with one gear.
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TwistedCrank
climber
Released into general population, Idaho
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Not mine, it's my wife's. She's selling it. You want to buy it, you know you do. Sure is purdy, just not being used enough.
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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If you're looking for a workout, try going uphill with one gear.
^^BoyHowdy, I hear that!^^
This isn't about a 1-up but you ever ride fixt? I do it for the funness of the consta-spin and early in the season for knee/hip health. Cyclists have fairly unbalanced lower bodies and I have to do PT to take of my knees/hips from past use. For me, the fixt is better at balancing out the legs due to all of the resistance spinning you do on the DH and how you mix it up in the rocks or technical terrain. Off road fixt amplifies this as well as all the new balance techniques you learn. I have a fixt X bike that I run 38-42c's on. I've learned more about how to ride efficiently on my fixt'r than any other bike..
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mooch
Trad climber
Tribal Base Camp (Kernville Annex)
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If you're looking for a workout, try going uphill with one gear.
What it should really says is, "If you're looking to blow out your meniscus, try going uphill with one gear"
As some of you may know, I used to road race. Many of those Omni's were torture-fests! Sherman Pass Omni comes to mind. The choice to spin at a higher gear or pony up and go big and out of the saddle. I found out several years later and soon to be scheduled MRI for my knee, that climbing big is a fast way to surgery.
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Jkruse
Trad climber
Las Cruces, NM
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As someone mentioned a little bit upthread, this is a cool time to be a cyclist. I could see how some could be frustrated by all the different wheel size standards being tossed around, but it is pretty amazing to be able to tune your ride via tire size, rim width and diameter to such fine degrees. I've always felt tires and wheels really define the ride quality of the bike and we are spoiled with being able to make pretty much any combo a reality these days.
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Hey Mooch, I have to disagree with that. I've been SSing/fixting for over 20 years and 10 of that was exclusively SS. I have a compromised knee from HS football then another 5 years of Rugby.
On the SS, I've done 100 milers off road, all-day gigs on trails, etc. This is one of those things that people either 1. think without experience or 2. don't learn to do it right. Via climbing, I have always worked on myself to bring myself up to a challenge (and of course not always making it!) where I also get to work on my patience. SS teaches one that there are 10,000 ways to pedal a bike and it is a requirement to try and learn some if you want to do it and enjoy. I learned that simply sitting and spinning will not work, I also learned that smoothness instead of just raw strength will allow for longer more fun days on the bike. If you take the time to bring yourself up the horizon is limitless. My legs/joints feel as strong as they were in my 20s. Of course there is subjective matter in that statement! You don't chip holds to make a route do-able or less physically demanding eh?! Gears are like chipping! ;^)
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mooch
Trad climber
Tribal Base Camp (Kernville Annex)
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Fixed and 11-speed.....oranges and apples. In any regard, we'll have to agree to disagree. Years of racing and 3 big crashes taught me to slow down and enjoy.
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Yeah, I shoulda said "I disagree for me...." Agree to disagree
Anyway, you ever ride Mill Ck in Kern Canyon?
When I lived in Bako, it was the closest and best singletrack up to Squirrel Meadow...It also has a little trailside bouldering. I never ventured far from the trail up the little side canyons, but I'd think there is more bouldering and maybe even a little 'sleeper' crag down deep in one of them gullies???
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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2.Don't learn to do it right.
Anyone ride Trials before might know of the power of a SS.
Just Saying .Ride on.
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TwistedCrank
climber
Released into general population, Idaho
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Surly bikes are bikes distilled down to their purest essence.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Cragar, that's a Crater packs frame bag. Made by Rich Shoup in Telluride. A small domestic manufacturer very similar to Fish. Back in the day I introduced Russ and Rich.
Look up craterpacks on Instagram for all kinds of cool stuff!
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Knocko,
Are you the same that has the climb in Owens River Gorge, named for you?
The Climb "Come On Knocko" always comes to mind when I see a post from you.
Bikes is great fun and I've lost more than one 5.11 crusher, to the road and dirt.
As a limper I have used what ever I've got to get around if it's possible.
Mostly to get to Millbrook, Gunks ; (The White Cliff, web site is amazing)
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Srbphoto
climber
Kennewick wa
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My new one...
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Srbphoto
climber
Kennewick wa
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for you fixie folk... click on the link and scroll down to the video called Rainier. It's Rainier Schaefer climbing and descending Tioga Pass on a fixie. Sorry I couldn't link it directly. I couldn't find it on youtube.
http://www.mashsf.com/media/videos
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Thanks for the info JayBro and Srbphoto!
Those bags look nice! I've seen the MASH stuff via the fella that built my Pajaro fixtX-bike, Rick Hunter. I've learned a lot on that rig and long DH's can get you all discombobulated but builds good strength and engrams!!!
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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Twisted, is that a karate monkey?
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throwpie
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Sep 27, 2017 - 01:53pm PT
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throwpie
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Sep 27, 2017 - 02:05pm PT
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Just picked this up from shop this afternoon. Took it for a quick Singletrack spin before pitch black. Broke my old Santa Cruz, so they sent me a brand new 5010 CC replacement. Got new components and wheels and viola, new ride.
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Howard71
Trad climber
Belen, New Mexico
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The loads get smaller as I get older!
Rio Puerco ruts on a Socorro County road.
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Nov 10, 2017 - 12:27pm PT
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Thanks Mike. I'm real pleased with how Santa Cruz handled the warranty.
Since the old bike was a 26" Blur TRC frame...
I built the new 27.5 frame up from scratch (re-used only the rear shock and saddle). Pro Deal from Crank Brothers and heavy discounts through Incycle (thanks Troy!) made it affordable.
Now, I'm taking all the components from my old bike and building a 26" Carbon hardtail - should be less than 21 lbs.
Two bikes for one!
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Nov 10, 2017 - 12:34pm PT
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Howard, are you using your bike as a bridge across that rut, or was it a bunny hop that failed?
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Winemaker
Sport climber
Yakima, WA
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Nov 10, 2017 - 01:25pm PT
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Bertin, Reynolds 531 double butt. I gave it away to an interested kid three years ago, after owning it for 37 years. Got a new bike in NZ while I was in wine school; man, didn't know what I had been missing until I got the new one. Still, this bike went a lot of places with me and was well loved.
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Tony Puppo
climber
Bishop
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Nov 10, 2017 - 02:25pm PT
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Gnome,
Knucko was Mike Strassmans dog, smart one too, he trotted away at the call of "rope!"
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Gooney
Trad climber
Boulder, CO
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Nov 10, 2017 - 02:30pm PT
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T Hocking: a green KZ 1000, circa late 70s? I had one of those. Riding it fast was like constantly free soloing 5.10. Wasn't going to end well...
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Nov 11, 2017 - 09:41am PT
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Upgraded to this puppy in late July; Ibis Mojo 3 with 140mm of squish front and rear, Eagle 1x12 drivetrain, carbon wheels, dropper post and Onyx hubs. A much better fit overall than my previous 29er and more fun to ride :-) Now, just need to upgrade the engine and pilot ;-)
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brian n
Sport climber
Manchester, WA
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Nov 11, 2017 - 02:30pm PT
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doughnutnational
Gym climber
its nice here in the spring
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Nov 12, 2017 - 05:15am PT
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My bike enjoying a warm November day at 10,000'
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Nov 12, 2017 - 07:02am PT
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Hey Brass, the M3 is pretty bitchen eh!?
Unfortunately these Palisades are kinda chossy and compels one to ride instead
These DW plastic bikes are hella fun!
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Nov 12, 2017 - 07:27pm PT
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Brass, very cool Ibis. I like that it comes standard with Nobby Nics, my favorite tire.
Mike & Crager, what is with all that white stuff?
Jeff, you have to grab one of those rigs and come down to Laguna for the nice dirt, prime Fall weather today.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Nov 13, 2017 - 09:35am PT
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Want an Electric fatbike but do not want to pay 4K for one.
I am asking 1,000.00 for this 18 inch medium pugsley with a Bionx e drive. The bike has 62 miles on it and will come tuned and expertly packaged. If interested,contact me. +shipping
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Nov 13, 2017 - 09:47am PT
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I've ridden 26" 3x's for 35 years. Started with '82 Stumpjumper. Finally went to wagon wheels (with 2.6) and 1x this year. Not looking back.
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Nov 13, 2017 - 10:03am PT
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Mike - yes, really love the Onyx hubs. Instant non-clunk engagement, totally silent. Perhaps my favorite single component on the bike :-)
Cragar - cool, welcome to the Mojo 3 club! :-)
Nice bikes all! Think I'll head out for a ride right now, 60+ and sunny today :-)
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Nov 13, 2017 - 10:25am PT
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Hey Mike,
What are you running up front? 26?
I want to convert my Seven Duo to 1x, but probably not Eagle.
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Nov 13, 2017 - 10:55am PT
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Mike & Crager, what is with all that white stuff?
It's the stuff that keeps life interesting! As mentioned above, I started with an '84 Stumpster with 3 rings and dropped the big ring in the mid 90's due to the Techy McTechy tech stuff I encountered in the N. Rockies and the early Gnar Gnarlson of the early freeride days in SEBC and then to SS only (primarily on wagon wheels) for a decade outa pure boredom. I got a fancy 1x on my UPPB - ultra posh plastic bike - and for me too, there is absolutely no looking back.
</Rant>My 50yo body loves this new stuff but I have to say, the direction of 'growing the sport' for the masses over the last decade or so is saddening. All this dumbing down so folks NEVER have to walk and work out the moves is blasphemous to the spirit, like chipping to you climbers. The flow trail devo is an unnecessary scar and really isn't mountain biking, it is BMX in the woods. But, I am lucky b/c up here we are slow and more reluctant to change so just as folks are realizing the lameness of the flow, it is just beginning here and we have a lot less of it. Flow trails are also only in the front country around here as the other primary users,: elk, deer, moose, wolves, etc. aren't pushing for more flow these days. At least we have that going for us! <Rant/>
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Nov 14, 2017 - 07:14am PT
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Cragar,I agree about “flow”trails,we have people over here raking singletrack wide and dumbing down some technical sections.
We have issues.
That same energy could be used to learn how to ride a mountain bike.
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Nov 14, 2017 - 09:46am PT
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Hey Wilbeer, I do not get it and have argued for decades to separate mountain biking from bmx or trick riding types of bicycling and the terra differences between the 2. You don't need a mountain to do back flips, can-cans, etc. however, you do if you want endless techy miles of singletrack and a feeling of being out there. Our moto trails are narrower and do less enviro damage than the single crazily built up flow trail we have. We have to bike parks being built in town and will quench the thirst of the jumpers and maybe some of our front country trails will narrow out but maybe not. The OutdoorLifestylers have been landing here like pigeonshit on a steeple and they screw up the riding areas enough!!
Edit: Yeah Wilbeer the energy/effort is always best when used to learn tech, skill and processes - aka, the old fashioned way. This is a foundation to climbing among other things but in the modern climate of want/need it fast, I believe learning the art/basics/nuances of any given philosophy and activity are evaporating in our modern society. I blame it on Google but really it is the current EGO that is constantly marinated in the internets.
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DM88T
climber
Dave Tully SanDimas,California
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Nov 14, 2017 - 10:22am PT
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Nov 15, 2017 - 06:20pm PT
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Hey bike dudes....
I need a front and rear 700x35 commuter style set of wheels with tires and that spikey gear thingy on the rear... not disc brakes.
Any of you disposable income types upgrade your beater and have a set of these laying around? Will buy (cheap!!) trade, or barter.
Let me know
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dee ee
Mountain climber
Of THIS World (Planet Earth)
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Nov 17, 2017 - 07:09pm PT
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Sketchy, that dude has had too much coffee.
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matty
Trad climber
under the sea
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Nov 18, 2017 - 08:47am PT
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On another note...
Anyone here ride DVO suspension? My bud Tom Rogers is their designer and looks to be doing some cool and unique things there. Check em out if unfamiliar.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Nov 18, 2017 - 11:49am PT
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I knew a red headed bikeee named Tom Rogers...Same guy?
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dfrost7
climber
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Nov 18, 2017 - 01:32pm PT
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@SC Seagoat - You're amazing! @Rockermike - fantastic piece of writing
Here's my little buddy. Living downtown Long Beach on 1st means parking is complicated, if you get home past 4:30.
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matty
Trad climber
under the sea
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Nov 22, 2017 - 02:19pm PT
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I knew a red headed bikeee named Tom Rogers...Same guy?
RJ - Quite possibly. His hair could be described as red and may have been more so at one time. He was a top mountain bike racer in the late 80's and early 90's. Take a look and lemme know.
http://www.dvosuspension.com/team_member/tom-rogers/
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Just got the "left over" parts from my old bike, plus some miscellaneous new components installed on the new carbon hardtail frame. Tomorrow I'll put some pedals on it and see what it will do.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Is that weight for real? Dang.
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Hobo Greg
Trad climber
ISELIN
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Kona WO with 4.8 x 26" tires! 1:16 around the loop at Creek Pasture, winning time was 1:12.
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cragnshag
Social climber
san joser
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2016 Stumpjumper 6fattie
Will be bringing this bike with me for the holidays in Irvine. Hey Randy, you available to ride sometime xmas week?
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Mike, definitely up for Santa Anas. Signed up for the counting coup on a whim last week and need to put some miles in.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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1984 Merckx Team Pro Lotto bike Super Record engraved throughout. Still rides like a gem!
Peace
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cragnshag
Social climber
san joser
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Cool, will reach out to you guys in the coming weeks. On my list will be Whiting to Luge, Santiago Oaks, Holy Jim and/or Motorway, and any new stuff I haven't been on.
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cragnshag
Social climber
san joser
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Hey Randy, how about a counting coup preview that starts at Black Star Canyon?
Mike- cat has grown to enormous proportions. Mochigato is big-boned and weighs about 23 lbs!
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Did Blackstar to Motorway on Saturday... Great condition until motorway which is looser than I've ever seen. Controlled sliding in places, not my favorite like that.
Went for quick jaunt on my new (reconstituted) Hardtail this evening. Quick little bike on the climbs and flats.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Ron Gomez...Tracy has a yellow 88 Eddy Merckx downstairs similar to yours...Raised my eyebrows seeing yours... I don't have the heart to get rid of it ...rj
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Thanks Randy, it's one of my prized possesions. Was in the Tour de France with Team Lotto.
My beloved Tracy....post some photos up, would love to see it. I miss her, we were good buds from high school. Figures she'd have such a ride.
Peace
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i'm gumby dammit
Sport climber
da ow
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not sure now. in the first pic it was a tad under 27 lbs. that was with 2.1 and 2.2 tires i think and now they're both 2.35 (much better but a bit heavier). also the platforms were nylon and now they're alloy so i'd guess 27.5 to 28? i don't think there was a weight change with the bars.
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Looks much nicer without the green bars and pedals. Nice bike and at a good price.
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Dec 12, 2017 - 08:23am PT
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My around the world touring bike (Surly Troll) converted into a bike packing rig with 2.8" tubeless tires. Maiden voyage in the Tucson desert. :)
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Dec 13, 2017 - 12:07pm PT
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^^^^
Looks like you are ready for a real adventure.
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Dingus McGee
Social climber
Where Safety trumps Leaving No Trace
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Dec 13, 2017 - 03:56pm PT
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This is one of my edirtbikes -- frame is Specialized Big Hit. Range > 80 miles, top speed 48mph, I have come back from the VU hitting 62mph in Telephone Canyon.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Dec 13, 2017 - 08:00pm PT
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Dingus...RAD.....Looks like a blast...
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Dec 27, 2017 - 03:28pm PT
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Mike, Cragnshag and I met up yesterday (after perhaps over indulging in Christmas food and drink), for a ride from out of Mike's very scenic "backyard." High clouds kept the temps in the 60s, but the previous months of Santa Ana winds ensured the dirt was parched and dry as a bone (not ideal).
From previous experience, I knew Cragnshag would make me look bad both uphill and down (so he rode extra slow). Mike, the ever gracious host, shepherded me down the more technically "interesting" sections -- I've become much more risk adverse as I close in of the Medicare years.
A truly fun filled day and great company. Thanks guys!
Who else had a fun holiday ride?
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Dec 27, 2017 - 07:09pm PT
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Jealous...!!
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Clint Cummins
Trad climber
SF Bay area, CA
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Dec 27, 2017 - 07:58pm PT
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Great to see Cragnshag out for some adventuring!
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Dec 28, 2017 - 08:14pm PT
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The color was supposed to match the Molteni orange...The painter missed , but so what...?
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Dec 30, 2017 - 10:43am PT
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Mt Lemmon ride (listed on the "one hundred best climbs in the US") outside of Tucson.
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Darwin
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Do you all have recommendations for beam type pannier racks for fully suspended mountain bikes? The one that I see most is the Topeak MTX BeamRack Rear Bike Rack. I already have the bike, so I don't have the better option of using a real (wedge?) rack that mounts to the seat stays.
I know this style has a limited weight capacity.
Thanks,
Darwin
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BigB
Trad climber
Red Rock
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BigB
Trad climber
Red Rock
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Darwin:
You should invest in soft packs...burrito bag for the seat.
If you plan on doing any real off trail riding...panniers aren't going to be your friend in the end
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BigB
Trad climber
Red Rock
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You can see the seat bag here...
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Jon Beck
Trad climber
Oceanside
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15 bucks at Goodwill 15 years ago. Replaced most of the components.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Ron Gomez... Here's a pic of an old friend of yours Eddy Merckx 55cm...Don't see many yellow Merckxs in California ...? rj
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BruceHildenbrand
Social climber
Mountain View/Boulder
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Here's a photo of my Ritchey Ti BreakAway travel bike. The frame splits into two pieces to fit into a suitcased-sized case for easy travel. The first version of this bike was made out of steel. I pestered Tom to make a Ti version and one night I got a phone call, "hey, I am headed over to Taiwan tomorrow to spec out a Ti version of the bike. You are a 56[cm;, I'm a 58[cm]. I will bring back one of each for us." Tom got serial #1 and I got serial #2.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Bruce...Nice bike...! I worked with this guy out in the local jeffrey forest that once raced cyclo cross in europe on Ritchey bikes ...He was on a low budget and was living in junk yards to get by...Last i heard he was selling burritos on his bike in Sante Fe New Mexico....rj
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Feb 10, 2018 - 03:57pm PT
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Very cool Ti bike, not to mention the locale in the picture.
Sewelly, nice Yeti.
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jonnywoodward
climber
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Feb 10, 2018 - 08:15pm PT
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The aftermarket cans make this bike a bit of a ranger magnet on the trails, but it goes faster so it's all good.
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Darwin
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Feb 10, 2018 - 10:11pm PT
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Thanks Mike and BigB. I still have a slightly smaller behind the seat setup from Alaska days, but I hadn't seen the under the top-tube bags. So no multi-day bike camping trips on a full suspension? I was thinking of: out, camp then unladen day trips. Or, heck just using it as a commute bike to schlep all my city-crap around.
And it comes down to me just being retro grouch that likes racks.
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hamie
Social climber
Thekoots
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Feb 10, 2018 - 10:50pm PT
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My first bike. Similar frame to Warbler's, but older. Off to Cubs, in Changi, Singapore.
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jonnywoodward
climber
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Feb 11, 2018 - 09:28am PT
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Hensel said it.... don't encourage him.
Was cruising the back alleys of SLC the other day, like I do, looking for pussy in need of fixing (4000 so far, Wilt Chamberlain - totally incompetent dude) when I saw something glinting in the gutter. A small unopened bottle of 170 proof vodka. Five minutes later I toss the bottle back, empty, smashing it on the sidewalk for good measure, and five minutes after that I'm feeling pretty invincible, like I did when I was 25 and told a climber twice as big as me he should get a red ball, stick it on his nose and apply for a job in the circus. So I thinks to myself, will this old Kaw do 170 mph? After wringing its neck down the freeway for a while I realized I needed to gas up, and as I was pumping I saw the cop pull in behind. I figured 167mph (POS old Saki never did make it) was going to be a big ticket, more than I paid for the bike. Well, the cop leaned over to get a look at the odometer so I grabbed him by the short hair on the temples and as he squealed like a pig I smashed his head into the gas tank (see photo) and booked it WOT for the horizon. Made a lovely bass note (tank and head both being hollow) but left quite the dent.
I hope forehead imprints aren't like gun barrels or the sh!t might still hit the fan.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Feb 11, 2018 - 12:20pm PT
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You got Wilt beat with the 4,000 milestone Woodward but Wilt needed a side car on his motorcycle..rj
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splitclimber
climber
Sonoma County
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Feb 11, 2018 - 05:30pm PT
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Ohh.....Hello there
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splitclimber
climber
Sonoma County
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Feb 11, 2018 - 05:43pm PT
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finally upgraded a few months ago
camber carbon with some mods and improvements
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henny
Social climber
The Past
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Feb 15, 2018 - 09:15pm PT
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DON'T. encourage. him.
Try not to make me repeat myself again.
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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Feb 24, 2018 - 06:05am PT
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I've been riding this thing for the past 9 months, and loving it!
Soma Juice steel frame. 2017 version can handle 27.5+ or 29er wheels. I have it set up as a 27.5+ right now, singlespeed. Rockshox Rebas 120mm, Spank Oozy 35mm Rims, DTSwiss 350 Hubs, Race Face crankset (cool- no bolts). Looking for a nice set of 29er wheels for racing.
This set-up is really fun though. A very capable hardtail.
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rmuir
Social climber
From the Time Before the Rocks Cooled.
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Feb 24, 2018 - 01:22pm PT
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My meager stable of two-wheeled rides:
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Feb 24, 2018 - 01:36pm PT
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Feb 24, 2018 - 07:33pm PT
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Wilbeer.. I don't like that technical stuff but think the original trail shouldn't be dumbed down...
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Feb 24, 2018 - 07:43pm PT
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Rj,that is the thing,do not make a 5.11 a 5.6 ,or ski the blue square. Cheers
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Long Ranger
Mountain climber
Boulder, CO
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Here's my bike! It's a Surly Ogre, shown here with all its trimmings. I've used it for two separate tours: one to visit all the Colorado 14ers, and a separate one to visit all the Colorado Centennials.
Good times.
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Dingus McGee
Social climber
Where Safety trumps Leaving No Trace
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It's now all electric because of the bike rack on the lithium powered Ford Escort.
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meclimber
Trad climber
Newmarket, NH
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Mar 10, 2018 - 04:31pm PT
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Mar 29, 2018 - 04:11pm PT
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Just picked up this new road warrior a few weeks ago, love it!
Really nice carbon lay up, Ultegra di2, disc brakes, wider gear range, can run up to 30mm tires. Very comfy and responsive ride, perfect for a declining geezer such as myself!
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Richard
climber
Bend, Oregon
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Mar 30, 2018 - 07:17am PT
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dee ee
Mountain climber
Of THIS World (Planet Earth)
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Mar 30, 2018 - 02:22pm PT
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I am still super stoked on my newest bicicleta. It is almost one year old and still feels new.
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Good article about Moore Fun Wilbeer. My daughter just moved to Grand Junction so I will be out there a few times a year. I rode there back in January and it was super fun. I will probably not give Moore Fun a try.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Debbie checking out her Mojo on Circle 0 in Moab yesterday
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Hola Mike!
Looks like a great set up there. Hope all is going well.
Randy
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kpinwalla2
Social climber
WA
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with Dewey Bridge Member of the Jurassic Carmel Formation for scale...
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Apr 12, 2018 - 07:51am PT
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Great trip so far. Dead horse, Navajo Rocks, Bar M/Circle 0*2, Slickrock and Gooseberry/JEM today.
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rockermike
Trad climber
Berkeley
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Apr 19, 2018 - 11:12am PT
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Apr 19, 2018 - 07:25pm PT
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Mike and RockerMike, great adventure riding! Love it.
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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Apr 26, 2018 - 08:36am PT
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I'd be good up until that Grand Canyon section. You actually hiked your bike through that????
Man, you gotta want it.
Way to go, much respect!
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Apr 26, 2018 - 09:00am PT
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Mike, excellent work bike-packing it from the South to North Rim. Congrats on an awesome ride.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Apr 26, 2018 - 06:01pm PT
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Pretty impressive Mike. Way to go!
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splitclimber
climber
Sonoma County
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Apr 27, 2018 - 10:44am PT
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Right on and congrats mike.
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Roughster
Sport climber
Vacaville, CA
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Apr 28, 2018 - 01:14pm PT
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Picked up a cheap'ish Gravity Bullseye Monster Comp fat bike after riding a fatty in Singapore. Took it for a maiden voyage today and really had a good time on it. Only one complaint for under $700, the brakes need an upgrade for sure.
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Apr 28, 2018 - 10:06pm PT
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Awesome ride Mike!!!
You da man!!
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hooblie
climber
from out where the anecdotes roam
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Apr 29, 2018 - 08:33am PT
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i'm a map gayzer. thanks to your oomphyness, in an effort to dial in on the geographic details of the AZT, i've become aware of the mapping function on MTBikeAZT.com
for instance: http://mtbikeaz.com/trail-index/mogollon-rim/highline-trail-31/ tons of backcountry airports shown ... bonus!
still haven't decoded HAB though ... Harmful Algal Bloom seems unlikely
good place to highlight your blog again:
https://ousleycreative.wordpress.com/2018/03/
and then on to the april archives
congratulations, envy and respect
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Apr 29, 2018 - 01:27pm PT
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Congratulations Mike! Thanks for sharing your adventure and inspiring us.
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cragnshag
Social climber
san joser
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Apr 29, 2018 - 08:36pm PT
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AZT in the bag, way to go Mike. You must be feeling pretty fit right now. What's next?
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briham89
Big Wall climber
santa cruz, ca
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Shameless plug....here are the electric bikes I make :)
Throttle and pedal assist activated. More of a car replacement than a bike replacement.
https://vintageelectricbikes.com
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Took me a long time to finally get an Evo....
Was looking all over for a 2017 Team frameset without discs, turns out they were only released in Europe. Then this bike popped up on eBay - as a fundraiser for Bicycles for Humanity Colorado. That's the non profit of my favorite Pro race team, Cannondale-Drapac.
Since I got it, I have been using it to ride in a lot of charity rides - paying it forward. I already had a full C/D team kit (Screw Rule 17) so I set the bike up with the team correct cages, bottles and Garmin computer.
2017 Cannondale Evo HiMod Di2, Cannondale-Drapac Team Issue. Former practice bike of current rider Lawson Craddock. Ultegra Di2, Dura Ace/SiSL2 setup.
Was set up with a Standard front crank when I got it, currently running an OPI Spidering Mid-Compact with Ultegra 11-30 on the back as we have a heavy climbing ride coming up (Rosarito-Ensenada.) Will go back to the Standard when I have flatter stuff to do.
Riding Tour de Cure Arizona:
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Nick Danger
Ice climber
Arvada, CO
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I know it's not the kind of bike this thread is referring to, but if electric bikes are cool (and they are very cool!) then classic old airheads are cool too. Plus it is a total hoot to ride.
Besides, I just picked it up, spring is here, and life is gud.
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BruceHildenbrand
Social climber
Mountain View/Boulder
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This is SBDP, Same Bike Different Place. The photo is looking southeast from the coast road between Porto Novo and Rubiera Grande on Santo Antao Island, Cape Verde. Yup, them there are cobbles. I have ridden the cobbles of Paris Roubaix and these translate nicely into a 3-star sector, except that they are way longer than a km or two. In the towns you have to really hold your line or you might get run over by a truck or errant taxi.
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briham89
Big Wall climber
santa cruz, ca
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briham89 those vintage electric bikes of yours are bad ass!
How about a Taco Denizen Discount?
Thanks DMT! It's been a labor of love for 5 years. Shoot me an email -> Brian AT vintageelectricbikes.com
We occasionally have demos or slightly scuffed / scratched bikes that I can let go for a great price.
The Cafe is our pedal assist bike, and at 28mph hauls serious ass.
The Tracker and Scrambler are our more motorcycle style throttle bikes, but can still be pedaled, and can go 36mph in race mode. Lots of fun!!!
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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BruceH. Now that is one of the "same bike" pictures that is great. The cobbles must wear on you after a while on a road bike. Stunning location.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Danger...your bike has pedals and wheels so you're good to go....Nice bike vegasclimber...
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BruceHildenbrand
Social climber
Mountain View/Boulder
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Randy,
yeah, the cobbles really start to wear on you after a few KM's. It's too bad that on the island of Santo Antao there is this spectacular 5000' climb that is stunning on both sides, but it's totally cobbled and the cobbles are in pretty rough shape. If you think it's difficult riding up steep cobbles, just try riding down them!
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Bad Climber
Trad climber
The Lawless Border Regions
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Here's one of my "bikes" on a recent heavy shopping trip--including 20 lbs. of kitty litter and 5 lbs of awesome coffee at our local roaster. Check 'em out.
BAd
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Thanks Sketch! I got pretty lucky with it, and it's an amazing machine. I've wanted the Di2 since the Ultegra version came out, and I won't go back to mechanical.
The best part is, there was a bad paint blemish on one of the seat stays - looked like there had been a major frame repair and then painted badly. No bump there or anything, and the frame is solid, but I was still concerned - fixing carbon frames is touchy to say the least.
When I asked Cannondale-Drapac about it, they checked and there was no record of the frame being repaired...but in the interests of being stand-up folks, they are sourcing me another frame at the end of this season.
So, the wife and I are going to head over to Girona, where the training camp is, at the end of the season. Going to pick up the bike, rent one for her, and spend a few days riding in the area. Looking forward to it!
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Rule 17 states that if you wear the pro kit, everything must match. I think you are in the clear if you had white socks too :-)
Sounds like you have some great riding planned. Have a blast.
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Roughster
Sport climber
Vacaville, CA
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Since I got the new fatty, haven't spent much time on my Reign 2. Here is the fatty enjoying some rest before a sweet DH section:
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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StahlBro...
Don't think I have a matching anything kit, Haha. Just a hodgepodge or what might be clean at the time.
Note the well dressed guy right behind me.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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sketchy,
I hear that. Anything goes in the dirt.
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cragnshag
Social climber
san joser
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Hey Mike,
No way will the wife let me go that far North until the little ones mellow out a bit. But on your way to or way back from Santa Rosa, swing by Gilroy and I'll show you Henry Coe SP. I'll be good for a 1/2 day there, but you can spend 3 or 4 days exploring the 260 miles of trail, camping at a different lake each night.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Here are mine in the holding facility of the Armbar ranch subdividion of The Compound.
After a hailstorm, the other day
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BigB
Trad climber
Red Rock
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holy sh#t jaybro.... that klein, that Manitou elasto fork...good times!
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briham89
Big Wall climber
santa cruz, ca
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DMT, ha that's great!!! I always get so micro focused on things here, so it's always nice seeing Vintage Electric out in the wild (especially when someone is riding a bike).
We just launched our new bike the Scrambler S today. Biggest battery in the electric bike industry and looks to kill. We had fun with this one :)
[Click to View YouTube Video]
Check it out:
https://www.vintageelectricbikes.com/pages/scrambler-s
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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May 15, 2018 - 07:03pm PT
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^^^I wish
or this:)
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hooblie
climber
from out where the anecdotes roam
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took a sixteen miler on it yesterday up to and along the G.C. rim trail, no worries about the battery,
the last part was 400' descent of regenerative charging. finished with bricks in my shoes,
but my bum felt fine!
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[Click to View YouTube Video]
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crøtch
climber
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My bike commute last week. Uphill both ways but the scenery is all-time.
Masi Gran Criterium built in San Diego in 1983.
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Rexi
climber
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My bike in my backyard, 5 min from my house.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Sands Motel , Las Vegas
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Crotch...good style...!!! Saw a fixy last week...A Crescent frame built in Sweden...Had some fancy lug work and original paint job...Not avaailable at K-mart...
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Jun 30, 2018 - 06:34pm PT
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Built up a 10k bike for a roadie you all probably know,wheels and all.
Edit;It weighs 23.5 with a Thomson seat post ,24.5 with the dropper it is shown with.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Jun 30, 2018 - 06:37pm PT
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But I think I am selling these more now,Ti bongs ,made by Salsa.
Mendon Cyclesmith.com
post 420 lol
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Swelly it is a SB5.5,the things that make it real light is the hand built Industry 9 ,Whiskey carbon wheelset ,tubeless2k+,Steve Ray and Mike xx drivetrain and the best Fox shocks front and rear you can buy.
ELS.
Expensive light sh#t.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Jul 26, 2018 - 06:11pm PT
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Looks like something near Steamboat,none the less ,great shot.
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Jul 26, 2018 - 07:12pm PT
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Just demoed one of these,mountain terrain roads,with my guitar on my back, 14 miles round trip,man,these are something for sure.
Just saying.
59 mph top speed on the speed-o-meter,26 .4 average speed.
Hardly peddling
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Jul 27, 2018 - 06:45am PT
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Enjoying the trails around Flag
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Phil_B
Social climber
CHC, en zed
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Jul 27, 2018 - 02:01pm PT
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Me and Cleo rode part of the Flume Trail back in May. Seems like so long ago now that it's 100+ here in Sac
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Jul 29, 2018 - 11:32pm PT
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New Quick 5 Disc that I am in the process of setting up as a light tourer. If and when Vegas gets out of Hell mode, I might actually get to ride it.
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Vegasclimber
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV.
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Jul 30, 2018 - 08:56am PT
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Here is a recent shot of the wife and I - we had a chance to ride the I-11 bypass around Boulder City before it opened, so we jumped on the chance even with the high temps.
I'm on my Evo which used to belong to Lawson Craddock, who made quite a stir at the Tour this year - probably the most attention ever given a lanterne rouge!
Wife is on her Liv Langma, which was her bday present this year. She got really strong chasing me on a hybrid, and now I usually end up chasing her haha.
This was the top of a non-stop 6% grade up out of Lake Mead, which you can see in the background. Fun times!
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RhoadsClimbs
Trad climber
CA
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Jul 30, 2018 - 04:36pm PT
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Naitch, what kind of bike is that?
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Jul 30, 2018 - 05:21pm PT
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Great stuff up there.
Rode my friend Amos’s Viscous today and lowered the seat.
21 pounds of made in New Paltz hardtail delight.
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Ghost
climber
A long way from where I started
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Aug 18, 2018 - 07:31pm PT
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RIP my favorite ride.
This was a custom frame, hand-built 38 years ago. I've put well over 100,000 miles on it, and reckoned it would be with me until the day I died. Which, 10 days ago, almost turned out to be true when I hit a concrete divider at high speed and cartwheeled way into the air and landed on my head.
Somehow, I survived (although it'll be a while before I'm fully healed), but, alas, the bike is toast. The wheel isn't even out of true, the forks and head tube appear to be undamaged, but the down tube is... well you can see in the top photo that it has an entirely new shape. Top tube as well, although the fold (a couple of inches from the head tube) isn't as obvious.
Bottom photo shows the divider I hit. I went completely airborne and cleared the divider by three or four feet.
Guess I'm in the market for a new road bike.
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Reilly
Mountain climber
The Other Monrovia- CA
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Aug 19, 2018 - 11:26am PT
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Nice bike hauler, Sewelly! A Turbo? 😈
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Howard71
Trad climber
Belen, New Mexico
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Aug 19, 2018 - 02:18pm PT
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John Duffield
Mountain climber
New York
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Aug 26, 2018 - 08:47am PT
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Bike at the Anthonys Nose Th yesterday. It's great living somewhere you can take the train to hikes.
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Reilly
Mountain climber
The Other Monrovia- CA
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Oct 19, 2018 - 08:03pm PT
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When I picked it up the kid said
“This is yours?”
I shoulda smacked him, huh?
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Reilly
Mountain climber
The Other Monrovia- CA
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Oct 19, 2018 - 08:25pm PT
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HaHaHa! Fear not, they’ll be off tomorrow morning! I asked Mr Smartass if the rear reflector would keep a puma from jumping me.
He thought I was serious. 😳
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Lituya
Mountain climber
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Oct 19, 2018 - 08:31pm PT
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Jim, 4-string tenor guitar in that picture? or tuned as a mando?
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Lituya
Mountain climber
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Oct 19, 2018 - 09:06pm PT
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Your office looks almost like mine--right down to the same globe. 1 Yamaha FG730 and an old Kentucky mandolin. No Clash poster, but I saw them open for The Who at the old Kingdome in 1982. My bike is a Norco Torrent with many mods. (With 27.5x2.8 who needs FS!) :-) Also, I only have one pair of BC skis. And a gun safe. Of course.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Oct 20, 2018 - 06:58am PT
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Roughster
Sport climber
Vacaville, CA
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Oct 20, 2018 - 07:00am PT
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Here's my 2018 Trek Farley EX 8. Love it!
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Reeotch
climber
4 Corners Area
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Oct 20, 2018 - 07:53am PT
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Wow, you could blast anything with that beast!
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doughnutnational
Gym climber
its nice here in the spring
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Oct 20, 2018 - 01:01pm PT
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Does this classic combo get any style points?
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rmuir
Social climber
From the Time Before the Rocks Cooled.
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Nov 14, 2018 - 06:42pm PT
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Nov 14, 2018 - 06:57pm PT
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Bontrager made great bikes and Keith once coined a phrase that is HUGE amongst bike industry folks,
”Cheap,Light,Strong,.........Pick Two “
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Dec 18, 2018 - 03:51pm PT
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Not my bike,lol. NTTIAWWT
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jamatt
Social climber
Asheville, NC
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Dec 18, 2018 - 04:14pm PT
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Dec 20, 2018 - 01:49pm PT
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For those who cannot Ski.
Busy at the shop right now.
Cheers wilbeer.
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jamatt
Social climber
Asheville, NC
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Dec 20, 2018 - 05:59pm PT
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Jamatt, no support for your Asheville bros at Rockgeist? All good, your setup looks great. Ride on...
I had no idea RockGeist even existed. I'm way out of the loop. Defintely check them for any additional gear.
I eventually went with the Revelate Designs 14L Terrapin System. Seems to work pretty well so far.
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jamatt
Social climber
Asheville, NC
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Dec 21, 2018 - 07:25am PT
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It does not get the loving of my FS rides, but old school Titanium still rocks ...
How the heck is a Lynskey 29er with disk brakes old school?
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jamatt
Social climber
Asheville, NC
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Dec 21, 2018 - 08:51am PT
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If it doesn't have rollercams on the chainstays it's new school. :)
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cragnshag
Social climber
Gilroy
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Dec 22, 2018 - 10:00am PT
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Top of the line in '99! Doesn't hold a candle to modern FS bikes. But works just fine to get you up and down the mountain.
A coworker had it sitting his garage for years and was going to toss it in the garbage. I took it and tuned it up. Now it is sitting in my garage...
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Gerry
Mountain climber
Suffolk, UK
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Dec 22, 2018 - 10:23am PT
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Bit like my packs....I live in the past. Retro bikes.....I have a garage full. My Amp B4 after a day out in the "Surrey slurry" on the Surrey Hills UK. Group of us did a retro ride.
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Ezra Ellis
Trad climber
North wet, and Da souf
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A sweet ride
My new canyon
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SFC
Trad climber
San Jose
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My Trek Project One!
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neverwas
Mountain climber
ak
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It's been so warm this winter, barely below 0 until now, that I never got my hubs winterized, so now no riding at -36F. Boo hoo...
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Cool!
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Srbphoto
climber
Kennewick wa
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SFC-NIce color choice on the P1. Those Emondas can climb!
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Roughster
Sport climber
Vacaville, CA
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Picked up a new addition this weekend. The two rigs shown are my primary MTBs:
2018 Trek Farley Ex 8
2015 Salsa Bucksaw 2
My son will ride the Bucksaw, as he has been riding a Gravity Bullseye Monster Comp hardtail for the last year. The Bucksaw is quite the step up! Both of us rode it this weekend and liked it quite a bit!
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Ezra Ellis
Trad climber
North wet, and Da souf
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Jan 25, 2019 - 05:28pm PT
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Nice roughster,
How do you like the Farley?
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cragnshag
Social climber
Gilroy
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I found this gem, completely stock, in the dumpster many years ago. I stripped off the heavy/ broken stuff and made it my 'round town hipster wannabe bike.
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jamatt
Social climber
Asheville, NC
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Finishing Awendaw/Swamp Fox Passage.
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Lassitude 33
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Visited the Mt. Bike Hall of Fame a couple weeks ago. Many great bikes on display:
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Roughster
Sport climber
Vacaville, CA
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Sorry for late reply! I LOVE the Farley EX 8. I just got a second set of wheels (29" x 3.0") and freakin love it in fatty and plus modes. Still prefer fatty mode (27.5" x 3.8") but the 3.0"s roll faster for sure on less technical terrain.
My son also loves the Bucksaw. I can tell by his increased frequency of requests to go riding. I took him and his three friends on a good "rainy day" trail yesterday and they all had a blast:
Sounds like I missed a snooze-fest superbowl, so I'm good with that! Watching my son get stoked on MTB'ing and now him recruiting his friends makes me a proud Dad!
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Cragar
climber
MSLA - MT
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Nice there Stahl~! You ride Mezcal while you were out there? The ocotillo out there is pretty coo. Man, after I rode Sedona on all the well thought out and interesting trails, I had a hard time riding Goose or the Moab zone in general. The riding a is step above, IMHO, pun intended. Oh, and the Great Basin is coo n'all but the fauna/flora of the Sonora desert coupled with the Sedona geo is just amazing. AZ Cypress trees growing in red sandstone is a sight to behold!! StahlBrutha, more pics please!!
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Mar 29, 2019 - 12:05pm PT
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Thanks Cragar! We did ride Mezcal. That whole area is fantastic.
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209er
Social climber
Oakdale
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Mar 30, 2019 - 10:19pm PT
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209er
Social climber
Oakdale
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Mar 31, 2019 - 08:49am PT
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Dunite or levity, depending on geocoordination.
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209er
Social climber
Oakdale
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Mar 31, 2019 - 08:52am PT
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mynameismud
climber
backseat
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Mar 31, 2019 - 08:08pm PT
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nice combination
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Hardman Knott
Gym climber
Mill Valley, Ca
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Mar 31, 2019 - 08:34pm PT
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Tom- which brand of kickstand do you prefer?
Most likely the kind I prefer?
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