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01-09-2015, 02:42 PM
Thread: Strong ski poles- touring
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Yup, third vote for these. They're pretty much...
Yup, third vote for these. They're pretty much indestructible. Press on some BD half baskets and add some tape below the grip and you're good to go.
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03-26-2014, 09:22 AM
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FS: Raceface Turbine Triple Crankset - NIB
FS: Brand new never installed Raceface Turbine Crankset and Bottom Bracket. 175mm, grey, no chainrings - $160 + ship obo.
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03-25-2014, 02:05 PM
Thread: Scarpa walk mode mod.
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I remember reading about this a couple of years...
I remember reading about this a couple of years ago when I wanted to do this to my Typhoons. I seem to recall it was on wildsnow but now I can't find it.
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02-13-2014, 12:10 PM
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My bad. It is a large.
My bad. It is a large.
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02-13-2014, 09:05 AM
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The whole shebang is for sale now to appease the...
The whole shebang is for sale now to appease the credit card gods. My impulse buy of a new frame has led to the purchase of a full build. Asking $1300 obo
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02-10-2014, 11:19 AM
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Price Police - 2010 Giant Reign 0 Frame and Talas 32 RL Fork
Before I post this to gear swap I was hoping for some mag input on price. I'm looking to sell my 2010 Giant Reign 0 Frame with Fox RP23 as well as the Talas 32 RL that's on it. I've got an SB66 and...
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02-05-2014, 04:01 PM
Thread: Scarpa freedom
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I totally agree. After coming off some Scarpa...
I totally agree. After coming off some Scarpa Typhoons with various iterations of intuitions over the years I am surprised at how cold my feet are getting. The toebox does seem extra roomy compared...
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02-04-2014, 05:43 PM
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HD/FX race. Lower vol around the toes, lace up...
HD/FX race. Lower vol around the toes, lace up to hold your heel in and higher vol around your chicken calves.
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02-04-2014, 02:22 PM
Thread: Lange RX130 issues, is this common?
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The clear stuff used for cell phone screen...
The clear stuff used for cell phone screen protectors actually works really well to stick to the shell to cover up the cant bolts. Much less friction than duct tape so it doesn't pull away from the...
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02-02-2014, 10:20 PM
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In the end I just took them from MEC and mounted...
In the end I just took them from MEC and mounted them myself. I didn't really feel like arguing with their tech. After some prodding they told me its some internal policy and it has nothing to do...
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01-31-2014, 11:34 AM
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I figured as much. I guess that's what I get for...
I figured as much. I guess that's what I get for letting someone else mount my skis.
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01-31-2014, 09:34 AM
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MEC called me last night about the speed radicals...
MEC called me last night about the speed radicals I was having mounted to some carbon megawatts. They said that mounting a speed radical to a ski that wide could void the warranty of the ski or the...
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01-27-2014, 10:40 AM
Thread: Truck Destroyed Seat - Fix?
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These look like Xterra/Frontier seats to me. If...
These look like Xterra/Frontier seats to me. If you take a look over at www.thenewx.org or clubfrontier.org there are a few tutorials on replacing seat upolstery.
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01-24-2014, 09:29 AM
Thread: Can I wash smelly boot liners?
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This stuff in a bucket of water works pretty well...
This stuff in a bucket of water works pretty well too.
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10-23-2013, 01:02 PM
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WTB - Women's Size Touring Setup - Alberta/Eastern BC Preferred
I'm looking for a touring setup for a fairly tiny friend. She wants something in the 165-170 range, 100mm+ underfoot and probably doesn't want to pay much more than $700ish.
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09-05-2013, 09:23 AM
Thread: Let's Play Reccomend me a front tire!
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I've been running the Red Zone XLR on my Reign...
I've been running the Red Zone XLR on my Reign for a few month's now and I'm pretty happy with them. They're in Fulcrum's Enduro/Freeride lineup vs XC/All Mountain an surprisingly lighter than the...
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08-28-2013, 08:12 AM
Thread: Help me with this creak...video
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Did the BB bearings feel notchy when you had the...
Did the BB bearings feel notchy when you had the crank off? That should narrow things down a bit.
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08-23-2013, 01:08 PM
Thread: 26" Wheelset help
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Definitely go for the Black Flags, they are a...
Definitely go for the Black Flags, they are a really light and stiff wheelset. Been riding the Pros on my XC bike for a couple of seasons and I've never has an issue short of retentioning a couple...
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08-20-2013, 09:58 AM
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After doing some more research on my frame I...
After doing some more research on my frame I realized another thing to consider is the ream depth for the headset if you do go the tapered route. For the Cane Creek option you need a min of 15mm...
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08-19-2013, 02:33 PM
Thread: frame bearings (educate me)
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It is pretty easy to press bearings in/out of a...
It is pretty easy to press bearings in/out of a frame. I've done it using sockets and a bench vise as well as with a proper bearing press. Press is definitely easier, but sockets will work in a...
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08-19-2013, 09:03 AM
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Saw your post on MTBR as well. I haven't ridden...
Saw your post on MTBR as well. I haven't ridden either of those forks but I'm in the same boat as you looking to replace my 32 Talas 150 FIT on my Reign for exactly the same reasons you mentioned. ...
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08-09-2013, 02:37 PM
Thread: tubeless
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Folding bead, non Exo 2.35. This one here: ...
Folding bead, non Exo 2.35. This one here: http://www.mec.ca/product/5022-578/maxxis-minion-26-x-2.35-dhf-folding-tire/?h=10+50002+50012+50182&f=10+50002+50182+4294965282
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08-09-2013, 10:46 AM
Thread: tubeless
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I'm surprised at the burpring and blowoffs of the...
I'm surprised at the burpring and blowoffs of the DHF. I've been running the single ply on Fulcrum Red Zones around 32 psi for months and I've never had a burp, but the Red Zone is a UST rim as...
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08-09-2013, 09:42 AM
Thread: 140mm Damper in a 150mm Talas 32??
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140mm Damper in a 150mm Talas 32??
Does anyone here know if it's possible to run an open bath RLC damper from a 140mm Talas 32 in a 150mm Talas 32? I know the damper has enough length to fit in the 150 because you pull up on the top...
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08-06-2013, 08:57 AM
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Ha...I was trying to figure out if my asking...
Ha...I was trying to figure out if my asking price was in the right ballpark. I have had it on Pinkbike for 2 weeks and the only offers I have got are for ridiculous trades.
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07-26-2013, 10:15 AM
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Not sure if you are considering used but I have a...
Not sure if you are considering used but I have a set of DT Swiss E540s set up ghetto tubeless with Bontrager XR4's laced with DT competitions to a Giant tracker 15mm on the front and an XT 10mm QR...
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07-25-2013, 03:22 PM
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Bearings no, axles yes. The 970/975 and...
Bearings no, axles yes.
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07-24-2013, 11:11 AM
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I have been riding the Pros for about 2 years...
I have been riding the Pros for about 2 years without any issue. The only maintenance I have had to do is tightening the spokes and replacing the rim tape once. I haven't abused the wheels, but they...
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07-24-2013, 08:56 AM
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Price Police: 2007 Wilson Worth Selling?
Looking for some mag input on whether it is worth it to try and sell my 2007 Wilson. There seem to be a few of this age on Pinkbike, but they don't really seem to be moving. I'm guessing most...
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07-22-2013, 08:01 AM
Thread: Tubeless Setups-Good and Bad
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Sun Black Flag Pro w Stans goop and Rim Tape: ...
Sun Black Flag Pro w Stans goop and Rim Tape:
Spec Ground Control 2.1 2Bliss = Good
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Evo 2.25 = Crap. Leaked air really badly around the bead
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07-11-2013, 08:14 AM
Thread: IT Band syndrome
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Any IT pain issues I had were relatively quickly...
Any IT pain issues I had were relatively quickly solved through IMS (intramuscular stimulation) at my PT.
At the time I was already getting treatment for a back injury so it made sense to have my... -
07-09-2013, 12:30 PM
Thread: SRAM GPX BB creaking?
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GXP bottom bracket bearings are just prone to...
GXP bottom bracket bearings are just prone to causing creaking noises. Personally, I think SRAM just uses shitty seals on their bearings. When I pulled mine there was a lot of contamination behind...
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03-19-2013, 09:02 AM
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I think this has sold locally. I won't know 100%...
I think this has sold locally. I won't know 100% until Thursday night, but if it doesn't I can separate and ship to VT.
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03-18-2013, 10:30 AM
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Bump, still available. Lots of kijiji tire...
Bump, still available. Lots of kijiji tire kickers, but no takers.
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03-18-2013, 10:15 AM
Thread: 12/13 canadian rocky mountain thread?
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Has anyone been out near the Fryatt hut recently?...
Has anyone been out near the Fryatt hut recently? I'm heading out that way in about a week and I'm wondering if the Athabasca crossing is still frozen. I spoke to the ranger and he said it looked...
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03-14-2013, 08:27 AM
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Thule Roof Rack - Calgary and area mags preferably
I bought a new vehicle so I no longer have any use for my roof rack.
The rack is a Thule that Came off a 2008 4 door civic and will fit any 2006-2012 4dr civic. With the right fit kit (rubber... -
03-13-2013, 11:07 AM
Thread: Liberty Helix as AT ski?
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^^ I'd echo what Johnny said. I have the 187's...
^^ I'd echo what Johnny said. I have the 187's and I had the exact same gripes about the ski. I went back to my trusty Zealots for touring because the twin drove me nuts. The Helixes are going to...
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03-10-2013, 06:12 PM
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Personally, I like my 193s sharp tip to tail
Personally, I like my 193s sharp tip to tail
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03-05-2013, 05:08 PM
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03-04-2013, 11:41 AM
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Bump. Arcteryx jacket and pants back up for sale.
Bump. Arcteryx jacket and pants back up for sale.
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02-21-2013, 12:34 PM
Thread: mounting race plates
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I'm pretty new to race gear, but as far as I know...
I'm pretty new to race gear, but as far as I know they are mounted like any other binding. It seems suspect that the screws came out that easily. Check out page 17 of this:
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02-13-2013, 12:12 AM
Thread: Cabin Boots
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These things are awesome and pack down to...
These things are awesome and pack down to nothing.
http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Footwear/SlippersBooties/PRD~5011-599/mec-expedition-booties-2-unisex.jsp -
02-08-2013, 11:31 AM
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I'm not a tele guy so I can't give any advice...
I'm not a tele guy so I can't give any advice there, but considering your size you might want to look at the 187 Helix. I'm roughly the same size as you and the 187 is my driver as well as my...
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02-05-2013, 03:20 PM
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Have you tried on the XL Arcteryx jackets? The L...
Have you tried on the XL Arcteryx jackets? The L fits like an XL. I'm 6'1 190lbs and I had to downsize to a medium. If you have tried them on then disregard.
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01-30-2013, 05:30 PM
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Thanks for the replies everyone. Now that I know...
Thanks for the replies everyone. Now that I know my binders will fit I'm super pumped to get on these :biggrin:. I tried a pair of Fischer RC4's at Kicking Horse a couple of weeks ago and I was...
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01-30-2013, 03:50 PM
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Great, thanks. Definitely the worm drive heel. ...
Great, thanks. Definitely the worm drive heel. Now hopefully these don't kick my ass too much.
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01-30-2013, 03:27 PM
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What have I got myself into?? Used GS skis
So, this really isn't a typical Tech Talk post considering the gear, but I got what I think was a good deal on some used GS skis for ripping around the mountain when the snow has been sucking. ...
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01-13-2013, 09:45 PM
Thread: Cold ass Langes
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RX130 + Intuitions = Toasty feet Personally, I...
RX130 + Intuitions = Toasty feet
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01-02-2013, 12:35 AM
Thread: Bent Chetler Touring
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Personally I hate touring on Bents due to the...
Personally I hate touring on Bents due to the tail rocker. I find I get really shitty traction on any skin track that is the least bit packed down since there isn't much of the ski behind my boot...
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12-12-2012, 04:22 PM
Thread: Quiver Insurance?
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You can definitely get coverage on your gear...
You can definitely get coverage on your gear through your homeowners/tenant insurance.
I got coverage for the full year for $15-20 through TD insurance when I flew to Japan with a bunch of gear. ...
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