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Yesterday, 04:20 PM
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Not a new design but my new Cannondale Jekyll has...
Not a new design but my new Cannondale Jekyll has been pretty sick so far. Lots of pretty bikes out there.
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06-14-2013, 01:55 PM
Thread: Sollyfit question
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I'm using Vertical FTs with the connecting bar on...
I'm using Vertical FTs with the connecting bar on Sollyfits without issue. It actally helps me make sure the toes and heels aren't aligned twisted before tightening the screws.
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06-13-2013, 03:40 PM
Thread: One of your riders is down, RIP
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Just to give a bit more description, the teeter...
Just to give a bit more description, the teeter is after an uphill section and you come in with little speed. To get on it, you pedal up a skinny which brings you to the start of the teeter. The...
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06-13-2013, 03:36 PM
Thread: One of your riders is down, RIP
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Based on reports, yes it was that one, 2/3 down...
Based on reports, yes it was that one, 2/3 down the trail.
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06-12-2013, 12:30 PM
Thread: One of your riders is down, RIP
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This is what I take away from this and other...
This is what I take away from this and other similar incidents. People survive heinous, extreme shit and others die slipping in the tub. Life is short and you never know when your time will come, so...
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06-12-2013, 12:18 AM
Thread: Bike Geometry Primer for JONGs??
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This offers a good basic explanation: ...
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06-07-2013, 08:06 PM
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I can't help you with a DH bike but I hope you...
I can't help you with a DH bike but I hope you guys enjoy the trails around here.
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06-07-2013, 07:25 PM
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I don't know much about NYC's program or bike...
I don't know much about NYC's program or bike infrastructure, but I am quite familiar with Montreal's Bixi. It is extremely well-used, and part of its popularity is no doubt due to a separated bike...
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06-04-2013, 09:52 PM
Thread: Help me dial my new Float 36 R O/B
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Help me dial my new Float 36 R O/B
My new bike came with a Fox 36 Float R Open Bath 160. I was wondering if anyone is running this fork, and whether you can share some tuning tips. In contrast to the Lyrik Mission Control Coil I had...
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06-04-2013, 11:21 AM
Thread: Whistler Bike Park and trails conditions
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Nice to see some Squampton pics. Trails in the...
Nice to see some Squampton pics. Trails in the area pictured are among my favourites.
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05-29-2013, 01:00 PM
Thread: 4FRNT Renegade ~ Hand built in SLC.
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From what I recall, you prefer a forward mount....
From what I recall, you prefer a forward mount. Go 88 from the tail. 87 feels more traditional and requires strong driving of the tips for turn initiation. 88 is more neutral and surfy but still...
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05-27-2013, 09:16 AM
Thread: Budget dropper posts
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Can anyone tell if the post retracts as you pull...
Can anyone tell if the post retracts as you pull the lever, or does it still rely on sitting on it to drop?
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05-24-2013, 02:59 PM
Thread: Help me choose a ski to master the trees
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I have never skied a ski better for trees than...
I have never skied a ski better for trees than the S7. You'd be able to find them cheap since the model is changing for next year. With the soft, playful flex, massive rocker splay, skinny tail and...
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05-23-2013, 01:34 PM
Thread: Kenda BBG tire review
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Is anyone running the single-ply version of this...
Is anyone running the single-ply version of this tire tubeless. I have a 2.1 sitting around that I'm planning to use once things dry out.
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05-21-2013, 09:15 PM
Thread: WTB Fork, Rims
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I'm selling some Sun Charger Pros, which check...
I'm selling some Sun Charger Pros, which check all your boxes except 135x12, but CRC sells adapters for about $25.
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05-21-2013, 05:57 PM
Thread: FS: Sun Ringle Charger Pro 26" wheelset
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FS: Sun Ringle Charger Pro 26" wheelset
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I bought these wheels second-hand right before my bike was stolen but luckily I hadn't put them on yet when the theft occurred. I'm hoping to sell these for $380, what I paid, to put the... -
05-20-2013, 10:37 AM
Thread: What do I need to run 1x9
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I've been riding my buddy's 40 lb. Norco Six for...
I've been riding my buddy's 40 lb. Norco Six for the past month, set up 1x9 with 32t ring and 11x32 cassette. I has gone on all my usual rides from XC in Squamish to fire road climbs on the North...
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05-19-2013, 08:36 PM
Thread: Whistler Bike Park and trails conditions
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Rode Lost Lake again with my gf in the morning...
Rode Lost Lake again with my gf in the morning then skied in the afternoon. Tough life!
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05-18-2013, 08:45 PM
Thread: Whistler Bike Park and trails conditions
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We hit Lost Lake today and had a fantastic time....
We hit Lost Lake today and had a fantastic time. Such fun trails. Things are in great shape.
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05-18-2013, 10:18 AM
Thread: New GT 650B
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For those interested, lots of big-wheeled...
For those interested, lots of big-wheeled prototypes here: http://www.pinkbike.com/news/Bikes-of-the-Enduro-World-Series.html
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05-18-2013, 06:25 AM
Thread: New GT 650B
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How about this? Looks a lot like the bike I...
How about this? Looks a lot like the bike I posted before. Clearly not the same bike that's in the ad (look at the shock placement) but something's up.
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05-17-2013, 01:16 PM
Thread: Do bike tunes and ski tunes work the same?
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Who doesn't?
Who doesn't?
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05-15-2013, 08:34 AM
Thread: New GT 650B
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Ah, got that pic from teh google....
Ah, got that pic from teh google. http://www.bikerumor.com/2013/05/09/spotted-gts-all-new-prototype-650b-enduro-bike/
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05-15-2013, 07:47 AM
Thread: New GT 650B
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That's a nice looking bike. Edit: photo...
That's a nice looking bike.
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05-10-2013, 05:51 PM
Thread: Minor injury: bump on shin
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Advil 678
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05-08-2013, 06:22 PM
Thread: Witt or wtb. Sollyfit plates
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I've got an extra set in good shape I could do...
I've got an extra set in good shape I could do for $75 shipped. PM if interested.
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05-06-2013, 11:32 PM
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I think I actually got something working. This...
I think I actually got something working. This was my original idea, but there wasn't quite enough clearance for a nut between the dropout and first cog. But having the head on the inside and nut on...
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05-06-2013, 11:04 PM
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Yup, the frame is threaded. It's an 08 Norco Six....
Yup, the frame is threaded. It's an 08 Norco Six. The hanger attaches with 2 M4 bolts that go through the hanger and thread into the frame.
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05-06-2013, 07:36 PM
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Stripped derailleur hanger threads - what to do?
I borrowed a buddy's bike while sorting out insurance on my stolen bike. 3 pedals strokes into the first ride, the derailleur hanger came ripping off, throwing the derailleur into the spokes. I...
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05-05-2013, 08:20 AM
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What's your problem?
What's your problem?
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05-03-2013, 10:17 AM
Thread: Whistler Stoke and Conditions - 2012/2013
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http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/about-us/contact-...
http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/about-us/contact-us/index.aspx
If we all email them, it's better than not emailing them.
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05-02-2013, 02:26 PM
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I have an 08 Trek Remedy frame with no shock I...
I have an 08 Trek Remedy frame with no shock I could sell for $250 + shipping. I believe it's a 17". It's missing shock bolts and the rear skewer as well. This is my gf's frame, which was stripped in...
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05-02-2013, 01:30 PM
Thread: Shipping to Canada... Question
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JS, I was looking into bringing bikes into Canada...
JS, I was looking into bringing bikes into Canada and phoned Canada Customs to inquire. It seems that unless the bike is manufactured in Canada, US or Mexico, there's duty on top of taxes. I think...
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04-29-2013, 10:32 AM
Thread: Whistler in May
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I can tell you that Squamish (45 mins down the...
I can tell you that Squamish (45 mins down the road) is good to go right now.
This is a good place for Whistler beta. http://bb.nsmb.com/showthread.php?t=154214
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04-29-2013, 10:30 AM
Thread: FS: Large Santa Cruz Nomad 2X10
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Why can't this be a Medium?
Why can't this be a Medium?
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04-28-2013, 11:38 PM
Thread: WTB: 2 bikes - $2000ish budget for each
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Thanks all, keep em coming. For myself, I'd go up...
Thanks all, keep em coming. For myself, I'd go up to $2500 or so for the right bike.
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04-27-2013, 09:49 AM
Thread: WTB: 2 bikes - $2000ish budget for each
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WTB: 2 bikes - $2000ish budget for each
Me and my gf got our bikes stolen. Insurance is just getting finalized but it looks like we're going to have about $2000 each to spend on replacements. I've found a couple deals on last year's bikes...
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04-25-2013, 11:38 PM
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I'll try and get out on one. I feel like some of...
I'll try and get out on one. I feel like some of the magic of the Element was the shorter travel, which gave it the responsiveness to overcome the awkwardness of the larger wheels. I didn't get that...
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04-24-2013, 03:20 PM
Thread: FS: Sram XX1 build kit
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Wow this is crazy...
Wow this is crazy...
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04-23-2013, 05:56 PM
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I tried a Giant Trance 29er 1 today. It's not the...
I tried a Giant Trance 29er 1 today. It's not the bike I'll buy. It felt like an awkward version of my old Reign with shorter travel. The big wheels did better in terms of not getting stuck in holes,...
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04-23-2013, 09:40 AM
Thread: Whistler Stoke and Conditions - 2012/2013
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^^^ That edit is sweet! Consider me stoked.
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04-23-2013, 08:14 AM
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That really sucks. I've heard cars often get...
That really sucks. I've heard cars often get broken into at trailheads.
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04-21-2013, 11:07 PM
Thread: should I buy a PT Cruiser?
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I thought only rental car companies bought PT...
I thought only rental car companies bought PT Cruisers...
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04-21-2013, 09:38 PM
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Norcos are on my radar as well. I'm having the...
Norcos are on my radar as well. I'm having the Range/Sight debate, leaning more toward the Sight. Does the Sight climb significantly better than the Range, and how much does it give up on the way...
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04-21-2013, 09:43 AM
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I was in the slack mode. Wade Simmons set up my...
I was in the slack mode. Wade Simmons set up my bike!
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04-21-2013, 08:11 AM
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They had those there too and I was hoping to try...
They had those there too and I was hoping to try one but didn't get the chance.
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04-20-2013, 11:41 PM
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Tried an XC 29er today. I no longer know what to think.
There was a Rocky Mountain demo day on the North Shore today and I had the chance to try both the Altitude 650b and Element 29er BC Edition. I recently had my Giant Reign stolen and am in the market...
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04-19-2013, 09:13 AM
Thread: FS: New MOMENT BIBBY PRO sz 184
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This thread delivered. Thanks all!
This thread delivered. Thanks all!
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04-19-2013, 09:05 AM
Thread: ON3P Delam
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How I see it: - The issue here is customer...
How I see it:
- The issue here is customer service, not the question of whether ON3P is responsible for fixing/replacing the skis. That's up to them and the OP to work out.
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04-17-2013, 04:49 PM
Thread: 187 Hoji with FT12s
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That was my same reaction. The plight of the 295...
That was my same reaction. The plight of the 295 bsl'ers.
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