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Yesterday, 07:57 PM
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A couple things... 1. Shimano does use thread...
A couple things...
1. Shimano does use thread locker on caliper bolts. Yes, they also have stupid wire holes and plastic clip things.
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Yesterday, 11:15 AM
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I am not sure of the current model, but XTR race...
I am not sure of the current model, but XTR race brakes used to come with titanium caliper mounting hardware with a thread lock compound pre-applied.
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Yesterday, 10:33 AM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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492266 492267 Not as bad as $19.98 for the...
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Yesterday, 10:26 AM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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It looks like the sports add-on is included for...
It looks like the sports add-on is included for the time being; I can't tell for how long, though.
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Yesterday, 10:04 AM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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The crankworx thing has turned full stupid. Are...
The crankworx thing has turned full stupid. Are the riders not allowed to say anything substantive because of contractual obligations, or do they have nothing to say other than, trust us, this has...
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03-22-2024, 10:21 PM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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Yeah, I'm not impressed with the execution here....
Yeah, I'm not impressed with the execution here. I am sure they have a point to make, but they look a little out of touch and are alienating fans that probably threw down some real money to come see...
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03-22-2024, 09:02 AM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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Here is a link for joining after you make your...
Here is a link for joining after you make your team.
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03-20-2024, 10:00 PM
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Pro and S-works level stumpy evos even come with...
Pro and S-works level stumpy evos even come with deity stems, bike yoke droppers and DT hubs ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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03-20-2024, 03:47 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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Not without facing the brake mount 1.5mm...
Not without facing the brake mount 1.5mm...
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03-16-2024, 09:13 AM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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There is a lot of ways this could go, but it...
There is a lot of ways this could go, but it seems like something happened. Could be statutory in nature, it could be he hooked up with the wrong persons daughter, it could be the worst thing being...
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03-14-2024, 07:29 PM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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Kinda shocking, it seems like it has to be...
Kinda shocking, it seems like it has to be something not good for two big teams to run that quickly away from a top 5 talent.
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03-13-2024, 08:15 AM
Thread: DIY boot CASTing
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It seems like the type of thing that you would...
It seems like the type of thing that you would learn a lot from a couple of test runs. Do you have extra fittings, shells and soles to practice on?
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03-11-2024, 08:07 AM
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Just got a pair of the cheap waffles to try...
Just got a pair of the cheap waffles to try because of this thread. My only worry is I like to ride with hand farther out on the bars. Thankfully they are going on a set that are 30mm wider than the...
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03-10-2024, 09:05 PM
Thread: What have you bought/upgraded today.
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These are intriguing… I’m sure it’s just a...
These are intriguing…
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03-10-2024, 08:37 AM
Thread: What have you bought/upgraded today.
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Got the most of the XTR on from donutlynx. I have...
Got the most of the XTR on from donutlynx. I have an oval ring to put on as well but didn’t feel like going out to the shed to use the vise…
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03-07-2024, 05:53 PM
Thread: FS: Chipotle Banana 186 with Pivot 15s
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Shit…. Don’t need them but have always wanted to...
Shit…. Don’t need them but have always wanted to try a pair.
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03-07-2024, 04:13 PM
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Im not sure I am seeing what is wrong? is the pad...
Im not sure I am seeing what is wrong? is the pad above the rotor?
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03-06-2024, 10:03 PM
Thread: Things That Amuse You - Bike Edition
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Oh man, I saw this going down yesterday but it...
Oh man, I saw this going down yesterday but it didn’t dieas I suspected. Instead it has bloomed perfectly into a steaming pile of poo.
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03-04-2024, 10:38 PM
Thread: Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice
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I dont know shit about Bad Boy, but Yanmar seems...
I dont know shit about Bad Boy, but Yanmar seems like a good value/quality mix. Dont own anything but consider it every year.
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03-04-2024, 04:30 PM
Thread: 2023 Maggot Racing Thread
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I wouldnt be surprised if the website needed...
I wouldnt be surprised if the website needed updating but the MES registration page says otherwise:
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03-02-2024, 11:44 AM
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FS: Rock Shox Zeb Ultimate 170 29 Luftkappe
First Gen Zeb with a 2.1 charger damper. Air shaft upgraded with Vorsprung Luftkappe. Newman torque cap reducers installed for standard hub, can be easily removed. 170mm streerer, threaded for one up...
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03-01-2024, 02:38 PM
Thread: Brake upgrade help
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Some good recomendations in here. Not my cup...
Some good recomendations in here.
Not my cup of tea, but lots of weirdos on here seem to like Shimano Brakes, and these seem to be the best deal going outside of the Maguras.... -
03-01-2024, 02:28 PM
Thread: 2023 Maggot Racing Thread
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Shit, if you are slow then I must be....
Shit, if you are slow then I must be....
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02-28-2024, 12:13 AM
Thread: The new -2017- CAST touring system thread
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That seems a little extreme. They need to remedy...
That seems a little extreme. They need to remedy the fit for sure. I am kind of shocked they didn't make the OP send it in if they knew it was suspect. It seems like some flexible epoxy and some...
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02-28-2024, 12:02 AM
Thread: PSA/Deals Thread
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I think it's down to preference to some degree....
I think it's down to preference to some degree. The air spring is a little different in the Rhythm as well.
My scale goes like this: Rhythm > RS Select > Performance. Select over Rhythm since... -
02-27-2024, 03:29 PM
Thread: 180 Heritage Lab FR110 minty
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I'm a strong proponent of quiver overlap.
I'm a strong proponent of quiver overlap.
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02-26-2024, 10:53 PM
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I took the bikes down at the end of January as we...
I took the bikes down at the end of January as we were thinking of heading to Spokane for a ride. Gave them both a squish and heard the cavitation suck on my wife's SJ Evo. The beginning of February...
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02-26-2024, 10:53 AM
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PSA: Fox is over a month out on Service including warranty work
As spring break bike trips are on the horizon I figured I would pass on what I found out.
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02-26-2024, 07:37 AM
Thread: Ask the experts
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; The local shop got in several sets for the...
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The local shop got in several sets for the launch. It's winter, so no actually testing them. My takeaways from playing with a set: The lever feel is familiar and firm, the caliper is massive, the... -
02-25-2024, 04:36 PM
Thread: Beer + Shipping Thread
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Message sent
Message sent
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02-22-2024, 08:42 AM
Thread: This week in Canada.
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The ski hill or is there more?
The ski hill or is there more?
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02-22-2024, 08:33 AM
Thread: Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice
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Has anyone here every refinished ceramic tile? ...
Has anyone here every refinished ceramic tile?
I am going to rip apart a bathroom this summer with a lot of tile. Walls, floors, vanity... all tile. The previous owner did tile as a profession,... -
02-21-2024, 01:48 PM
Thread: 2024 UCI DH/XC/Enduro Megathread
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Man the jumps and drops are BIG
Man the jumps and drops are BIG
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02-21-2024, 08:31 AM
Thread: Line Vision durability: How bad is it?
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The vision 108 has been the local shop's number 1...
The vision 108 has been the local shop's number 1 warrantied ski for the last couple of years. Still plenty in service, though.
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02-17-2024, 08:47 AM
Thread: WTB: 25.5 Lange XT3 130 LV
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WTB: 25.5 Lange XT3 130 LV
Anybody got any to unload?
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02-17-2024, 08:09 AM
Thread: All Things Volkl Thread
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487173 I forgot how awesome these are.
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02-13-2024, 10:12 PM
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What about the toes doesnt work? They share the...
What about the toes doesnt work? They share the same hole pattern.
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02-08-2024, 08:57 PM
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Just staying on theme with the last page ...
Just staying on theme with the last page
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02-08-2024, 12:35 AM
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Let me know if you decide you are willing to ship...
Let me know if you decide you are willing to ship any of the XTR stuff, new or used. I wish I had something to put the pink helm on.
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02-07-2024, 09:41 AM
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Why not just mount a toe on the base plate and...
Why not just mount a toe on the base plate and see where it overhangs/interferes with the base. Mark it with a silver sharpie and trim if it looks safe?
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02-07-2024, 09:19 AM
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I finally got some good use on problematic snow....
I finally got some good use on problematic snow. Conditions: 3-5” of fresh, rapidly warming in the sun, frozen in the shade. I did 3 transitions and all went super smooth. All factors were an...
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02-05-2024, 02:56 PM
Thread: Experience with Japanese motorhomes/RV's?
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I am genuinely curious: Are there places to...
I am genuinely curious: Are there places to winter camp with ski access in Maine? Is lodging not a near by option?
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02-05-2024, 01:58 PM
Thread: The Dynastar Thread
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I agree with this erroring a little farther...
I agree with this erroring a little farther towards very firm as their limit; totally subjective, I know. They are manageable, but if there is ice, they kinda suck. I cant think of a ski that can...
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485426 I am sure some of you remember the...
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I am sure some of you remember the Morningstar Rim Rench’. Paul was quite the story, eh?
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02-03-2024, 03:05 PM
Thread: BSL not as listed
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You can’t be blamed since there is no ISO rules...
You can’t be blamed since there is no ISO rules stating that your length has to be true.
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02-02-2024, 08:36 PM
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How hot are you keeping your garage?
How hot are you keeping your garage?
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02-02-2024, 08:34 PM
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Jealous of the Extremes
Jealous of the Extremes
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02-02-2024, 08:31 PM
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Let me see if I can find a set I once had.
Let me see if I can find a set I once had.
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02-02-2024, 10:24 AM
Thread: What bike do I want?
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The main differences look to be Main Pivot, Head...
The main differences look to be Main Pivot, Head Tube, and UDH. Hard to see 1k there. Likely wont be able to run any new Sram stuff going forward... Unsure if that matters...
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Long Shot WTB: Push HyperCoil Springs 375 and 400lbs, 250series for both
As the title says, I am after 375 lb and 400 lb springs in the 250 series length.
I will have a 425 and 475 that I can likely get rid of...
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