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    Those suspension bars are like $450 and half a...

    Those suspension bars are like $450 and half a pound heavier. I know a couple people who have them though, but I'd never go that route.
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    ohhhhhhhhhhhhh dream tires!

    ohhhhhhhhhhhhh dream tires!
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    they occasionally pop up on KSL for under $150. I...

    they occasionally pop up on KSL for under $150. I see them every few mos.
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    490771Titanium 31.8mm is "soft" without being...

    490771Titanium 31.8mm is "soft" without being vague.
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    I've never seen a trail casing and soft compound...

    I've never seen a trail casing and soft compound Kryptotal. Until now the trail casing has the trail compound. They only offer(ed) the enduro casing in the soft but not the super-soft, which is a...
  6. Thread: Spider Sabich

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    Maybe. When I raced cars we would sometimes do...

    Maybe. When I raced cars we would sometimes do stuff which was total BS when we knew other teams were watching, to throw them off. For all we know he spent days tuning his skis, but told people "I...
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    FWIW https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0891Y9ZSF...

    FWIW https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0891Y9ZSF

    are an all rubber slip-on grip which eliminate a LOT of trail chatter. My wife uses them. They are long, cut down to size.

    Good grips.

    I run...
  8. book it, just don't pack the suitcase until a...

    book it, just don't pack the suitcase until a couple days prior after checking the forecast. I've had some sick pow storm days even in May. Or sunburn.
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    I run them too. You can buy a "base" version...

    I run them too. You can buy a "base" version which just has one set of dampers in it for around $50; can't tune it but it's half the cost.

    Another cheaper option is BMX style grips. They are slip...
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    I had Dr. Heiden look at my shoulder 8yrs ago....

    I had Dr. Heiden look at my shoulder 8yrs ago. He's straight up, said it was gonna suck, but he recommended AGAINST surgery. Said my damage was as bad as could be and not get surgery. I was 100% in a...
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    Trek Fuel EX is outstanding choice. My wife is...

    Trek Fuel EX is outstanding choice.

    My wife is 5'4" and we got a Sm Norco Sight (2023). As usual the dropper was too short. After we put 175 in standover is good. But Norco doesn't make a XS, but...
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    Ironic this announcement is after they have said...

    Ironic this announcement is after they have said that "we will be as good as Deer Valley in 5 years".........
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  14. While true, we are also the victims of many AZ,...

    While true, we are also the victims of many AZ, TX, and CA plates with FWD and all-seasons clogging up any grade greater than 4%. Getting home at 1pm was a challenge, I can't imaging a bell departure...
  15. I been trying at least every hour for the last...

    I been trying at least every hour for the last week for Sunday and no luck so far.
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    I use a Wahoo Kickr, and the rear wheel is...

    I use a Wahoo Kickr, and the rear wheel is replaced entirely by the Wahoo dyno and cassette. Uses 12mm thru axle, and is convertible to 142 and 148mm widths (std and boost), by simply flipping the...
  17. Can anyone recommend a place to get my 18yo son's...

    Can anyone recommend a place to get my 18yo son's ski boots blown out a touch (forefoot just a bit narrow)? I can trade mechanical work on a car (especially a Honda), or cash.
  18. Thread: Onyx Hub opinions

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    cut/paste, musta been Harvard graduates

    cut/paste, musta been Harvard graduates
  19. the Alta parking is getting ridiculous. I had a...

    the Alta parking is getting ridiculous. I had a reservation the other day and couldn't find a spot, had to drive home. WTF.
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    Zoso keeps some Wasatch trails running smoothly...

    Zoso keeps some Wasatch trails running smoothly (Mormon East, Quarry gnar).

    White Pine down for fat biking was my idea, but we did give up in Feb last year because it was impossible to keep up...
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    I have an almost new Ergon SM10 for sale for $35...

    I have an almost new Ergon SM10 for sale for $35 if that helps.
  22. Wildcat was ridiculous gewd today....... So sick

    Wildcat was ridiculous gewd today....... So sick
  23. I've fat biked down Main Chute, but they didn't...

    I've fat biked down Main Chute, but they didn't let me on the chair with the bike either. Just cowboy up and climb it.
  24. Norco's check almost all the boxes, 2019 is good....

    Norco's check almost all the boxes, 2019 is good. Only drawback is no internal cable routing (is that bad?), and 9mm QR in rear, but fronts are thru axle. My wife has a 2019, 11sp (which is fine).
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    Xynotol is like a half worn out Kryptotal. Fast...

    Xynotol is like a half worn out Kryptotal. Fast and good for bike parky stuff.
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    "Enduro bike". Are you trying to go fast, or have...

    "Enduro bike". Are you trying to go fast, or have fun and be comfortable? 2 very different bikes.
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    many forks need the bushings reamed, even on new...

    many forks need the bushings reamed, even on new forks. They are tight and have a lot more friction than they should.
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    Store the bike upside down overnight, lets the...

    Store the bike upside down overnight, lets the oil flow into the foam rings and lubricates the top end. This may help, if the foam and uppers are dried out from gravity.

    The fork also may just...
  29. Thread: Onyx Hub opinions

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    This is relevant to the pedal kickback issue,...

    This is relevant to the pedal kickback issue, many of you may find it intriguing.

    https://www.ochain.bike/ochain-mtb-gravity-riding-pedal-kickback-solution
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    I had some titanium 160s (I'm 5'9") made up for...

    I had some titanium 160s (I'm 5'9") made up for my HD5, and absolutely LOVE THEM. Way more natural on the DH with feet closer together, and less pedal strike risk too. My knees are less achey after...
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    on the rocks (Alta slabs), the K-Soft compound is...

    on the rocks (Alta slabs), the K-Soft compound is skiddier than Maxxis Maxxterra and Kenda Pinner Pro ATC. A little un-nerving exit speeds for me.
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    My wife has Trail (Endurance) on her K-F/R. I...

    My wife has Trail (Endurance) on her K-F/R. I have Enduros, which come with "Soft" compound. Not enough traction for me, so have to go with DH casing and super soft compound. Maybe I'm wrong. I...
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    Kryptotal-R Enduro has less traction on the dry...

    Kryptotal-R Enduro has less traction on the dry rocks than Kenda Pinner ATC or Maxxis DHR2 Maxxterra.

    I need DH Super-Soft with the Kryptotal tires.

    I do like the tires a lot, they are...
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    I've done Main Chute at Alta on the fat bike, but...

    I've done Main Chute at Alta on the fat bike, but someone was following googlemaps a little too closely IMO
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    I run a Maxxgrip DHF on an EXO casing and it's...

    I run a Maxxgrip DHF on an EXO casing and it's pretty fast. I had a EXO Assegai before, that was slow AF. Don't even get me started on DD or DH casings. I love how they ride, but I do pedal a lot so...
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    2 things to add. On strava a change in...

    2 things to add.

    On strava a change in elevation is not counted unless it's >10m (33') elevation change. So the mesa-miles thing is totally under-reported.

    on Trailforks, when it calculates...
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    We got Tanners running good.

    We got Tanners running good.
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    Kenda Pinner Pro AGC may be what you are looking...

    Kenda Pinner Pro AGC may be what you are looking for. They are excellent.

    AGC = Gravity (DH) casing
    ATC = Trail casing
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    Leatt Airflex, or Fox Launch Pro D30 are the 2...

    Leatt Airflex, or Fox Launch Pro D30 are the 2 best I've found.
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    Neg, the Red Canyon near Panguich...

    Neg, the Red Canyon near Panguich https://www.trailforks.com/region/red-canyon/
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    Red Canyon was $$$$ last weekend (5/21/23). ...

    Red Canyon was $$$$ last weekend (5/21/23).

    Enduro team is doing trail work in Lake Mtns, building a climbing trail to top of Overwatch area, consistent 7% climb instead of that horrible 4WD road.
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    I'll take the TLDs if it falls thru

    I'll take the TLDs if it falls thru
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    Falcon3, check out the new Maxxis Forecaster V2,...

    Falcon3, check out the new Maxxis Forecaster V2, it may be just what you are looking for.
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    For another data point, I've been on Kenda...

    For another data point, I've been on Kenda Pinners this Summer, 27.5 x 2.4". They come in regular and gummy tread, and trail and DH casings. Unfortunately you can only get the gummy tread with the DH...
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    Dissector is like a half worn out DHR.

    Dissector is like a half worn out DHR.
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    5Dev cranks are SICK Guys whining about...

    5Dev cranks are SICK

    Guys whining about reduced torque don't know there's a shifter next to right hand. Or use a smaller chain ring.

    Single speed guys have legit point though, but I'd think a...
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    I am way more comfortable on 750-760 bars than...

    I am way more comfortable on 750-760 bars than the ape-generation 800-820. Faster thru the trees and squeezers too.
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    Every time I do Silver Fork, I tell myself "this...

    Every time I do Silver Fork, I tell myself "this is way rowdier than I remember"
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    I get a Maxxis enema when I ride steeps on 29,...

    I get a Maxxis enema when I ride steeps on 29, very rare on 27.5. Mullet would solve that problem.
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