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Yesterday, 03:15 PM
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GG had points where they would fire sale their...
GG had points where they would fire sale their bikes- which was a sign of financial duress - but agree even normal MSRP they were on the more affordable side of things. I remember their 'top tier...
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Yesterday, 10:06 AM
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It's Canada but We Are One is the player here......
It's Canada but We Are One is the player here... I've complained about this before but the fact that people write them off for hub spacing and overlook that they're producing sweet carbon products in...
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04-22-2024, 09:57 PM
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Revel is a company I’m curious about. Trendy,...
Revel is a company I’m curious about.
Trendy, mostly consumer direct, quality is more B+ range so maybe a but cheaper to produce… but unsure of if they’ve hit a point where they’re profitable or... -
04-18-2024, 09:56 PM
Thread: New Season, New Tires, New Thread
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I’ve actually been super happy with the aggressor...
I’ve actually been super happy with the aggressor for wear and tear. I live out in the desert and got around 200 miles out of a dissector in the rear before it was destroyed. Very different with soft...
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04-18-2024, 06:36 PM
Thread: New Season, New Tires, New Thread
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I’ve run both by like the 2.3 aggressor. I use...
I’ve run both by like the 2.3 aggressor. I use the 2.5 sometimes but it rolls quite a bit slower as the gaps between the tread get bigger. Part of why I like the aggressor is that it rolls fast but...
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04-18-2024, 07:52 AM
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Thanks for the price breakdown… I wasn’t sure...
Thanks for the price breakdown… I wasn’t sure what prices would increase but and only needing an adult pass I’m not concerned about kiddo pricing.
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04-13-2024, 11:58 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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Yeah that was on my radar. It's a DT and I think...
Yeah that was on my radar. It's a DT and I think I have one floating around in toolbox... or can pick one up fairly cheap as it's 3 pawl.
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04-13-2024, 05:47 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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Does anyone know how different the lever shape is...
Does anyone know how different the lever shape is between GRX 820 vs GRX 810 (12 vs 11 speed). I have a bike with GRX 810 and I'm considering swapping to 12 speed. I'm thinking that I'd only need a...
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04-09-2024, 09:26 PM
Thread: The "I'm an idiot" Thread
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Probably the coldest ride I’ve been on in my life...
Probably the coldest ride I’ve been on in my life was pedaling up to Mount Baker. Left the car in 40 degree rain. Climbed into snow. Was mildly chilly getting to the top wearing all of my layers that...
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04-09-2024, 06:23 PM
Thread: Velocirax?
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I have a tundra with a camper as well. I’ve...
I have a tundra with a camper as well. I’ve really liked having a swing and I worry a little about the ability to use a swing with the Velocirax.
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04-08-2024, 11:34 PM
Thread: Gravel/Bikepack nerds enter...
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Has anyone ridden the Gen 4 Stigmata (version...
Has anyone ridden the Gen 4 Stigmata (version launched last year).
I have a Canyon Grizl that I’m kinda slowly realizing is a bit smaller than I want and I’m underbiking a bit more than I want in... -
03-31-2024, 05:51 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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Got it. Given that scenario, I’d pass on the 429....
Got it. Given that scenario, I’d pass on the 429. The Mach 4 from Pivot is sweet and would feel very fast compared to a Ripley but also like a lot less bike.
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03-30-2024, 02:01 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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I think the 429 from pivot is an underrated bike...
I think the 429 from pivot is an underrated bike in the burlier side of the “down county” category. Lighter than the Ranger (frame at least) pedals much better than the Tallboy and Spur. Much more...
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03-21-2024, 01:06 PM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Well I ruptured my Achilles and never got this...
Well I ruptured my Achilles and never got this re-listed on pinkbike.
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03-20-2024, 06:29 PM
Thread: Achilles tear in ski crash?
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Well circling back on this. I appreciate the...
Well circling back on this. I appreciate the feedback from people as it helped me set expectations.
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03-15-2024, 02:26 PM
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Yeah… sorry to all involved in the first...
Yeah… sorry to all involved in the first transaction.
I bought the boots new on eBay and pulled the liners without skiing them. The shells are definitely 27.5 but it sounds like they might have... -
03-05-2024, 10:29 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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I'll echo toast on the air spring up front. The...
I'll echo toast on the air spring up front. The Air Spring never really needs to be serviced... dampers on the other hand need some care.
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03-03-2024, 11:45 PM
Thread: Achilles tear in ski crash?
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That’s good info and kinda confirms what I’ve...
That’s good info and kinda confirms what I’ve been worried about here.
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03-03-2024, 10:18 PM
Thread: Achilles tear in ski crash?
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Alright. Super shitty situation. I’m supposed...
Alright. Super shitty situation.
I’m supposed to lead a celebration of life service for a kid I mentored who took his life a month or two ago. The ask is 20-30 minutes of speaking about the kids... -
03-03-2024, 03:15 PM
Thread: Maxima SC1 product
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The SC1 stuff is the exact same product as a type...
The SC1 stuff is the exact same product as a type of furniture polish you can order on Amazon… I’m forgetting but someone can remind me. I think it’s pledge or some other big brand :)
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03-01-2024, 03:22 PM
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Sold!
Sold!
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03-01-2024, 12:04 PM
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Photo
Photo
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03-01-2024, 12:03 PM
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New Tecnica Mach 1 LV - LINERS - CAS 27.5
I bought a new pair of Technica Mach 1 LV's a few weeks ago and never used the liners. They actually feel pretty darn nice but I use Wrap liners resort skiing. This might be nice upgrade for a lot of...
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03-01-2024, 01:51 AM
Thread: Ask the experts
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I have a pair of unused industry nine trail S...
I have a pair of unused industry nine trail S wheels I’d sell for cheap if you wanted something a bit nicer. XD driver. Take offs.
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02-28-2024, 11:36 PM
Thread: What have you bought/upgraded today.
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Looks like the new Push fork should launch soon...
Looks like the new Push fork should launch soon based on their website… when you search the fork name in google you can see it will be $2600…
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02-27-2024, 11:14 PM
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I’m realizing that I’ve started running a slower...
I’m realizing that I’ve started running a slower cadence over the last 5-6 years. I mountain bike around 600-700 hours per year but mostly 14-15 hour weeks during bike season and I’ll ski mid winter....
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02-26-2024, 10:47 PM
Thread: Moment Skis Discussion
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I’m 160lbs and the 190 Wildcat felt very very...
I’m 160lbs and the 190 Wildcat felt very very nimble. I’ve skied the 184 and that was fun and playful as well.
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02-25-2024, 11:09 PM
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The trend to steep seat tube angles is stupid. Or...
The trend to steep seat tube angles is stupid. Or at least the way people talk about it is stupid.
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02-25-2024, 06:23 PM
Thread: FS: Line Sakana 181 23/24 top sheet
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I’ll hop in line on these if Robik passes
I’ll hop in line on these if Robik passes
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02-25-2024, 05:55 PM
Thread: Ask the experts
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A really really really heavy chain. I’m...
A really really really heavy chain.
I’m guessing there are other options but the kryptonite New York has been around for a while and feels solid. -
02-20-2024, 11:10 PM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Per the question of bar height. With the...
Per the question of bar height.
With the spacers under the stem, it’s 108cm to the grip. About 42.5”.
To the stem top it’s about 105cm or 41.25”. You could raise it with a higher rise bar or... -
02-20-2024, 03:06 PM
Thread: Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
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Sold!
Sold!
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02-20-2024, 03:05 PM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Yep! I’ll get some measurements after work!
Yep! I’ll get some measurements after work!
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02-19-2024, 11:34 AM
Thread: Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
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I’m actually not sure on weight. Ballpark - upper...
I’m actually not sure on weight. Ballpark - upper 20’s. This was before bikes got a bit heavier in the last few years. It does have a minion on the front through. My memory is “light” sb5’s were like...
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02-19-2024, 10:11 AM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Last bump before pinkbike! $3350 plus...
Last bump before pinkbike!
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02-19-2024, 10:10 AM
Thread: Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
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Last bump before Pinkbike $800 plus shipping
Last bump before Pinkbike $800 plus shipping
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02-14-2024, 10:04 PM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Here are some extra photos. ...
Here are some extra photos.
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02-14-2024, 09:59 PM
Thread: Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
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Also here are a few more photos: ...
Also here are a few more photos:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/6kpndej13801151vy1ehb/h?dl=0&e=1&preview=IMG_5932.jpeg&rlkey=29o0a1tzbmqdskhyu76maze88
Definitely has some cosmetic wear but it's... -
02-14-2024, 09:57 PM
Thread: Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
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Little bit of interest but no one has committed. ...
Little bit of interest but no one has committed.
$850 + Shipping and Paypal Fees.
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02-14-2024, 09:55 PM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Well someone needs to buy it... If someone...
Well someone needs to buy it...
If someone wants a cheaper build I have a set of new Industry Nine Trail S Wheels we could slap on here and get the price down to $2800. Those don't pair as well... -
02-12-2024, 11:47 PM
Thread: Selling Two Yetis (XL and XS)
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Selling Two Yetis (XL and XS)
Cross posting for a few bike I listed in gear swap.
Reach out if there are any questions.
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02-12-2024, 11:42 PM
Thread: Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
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Yeti SB5 - 2015 Model - XS - $900
Selling a 'wife bike' for a friend. His wife is 5'1" or 5'2" and this has fit her well.
This is a Yeti SB5 that I'm selling for a buddy. I believe 2015? They changed the frame for the 16 model... -
02-12-2024, 11:33 PM
Thread: Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
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Yeti SB150 XL - Carbon Wheels - $3500
Gauging interest for a buddy who is downsizing his bikes due to two kids and less time to ride.
Yeti SB150
Fox 38
X01 Build
Code RSC Brakes
DT Swiss XMC 1200 wheels
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02-08-2024, 10:41 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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Ehhh a bit torn. I’m sure they’re sweet but I...
Ehhh a bit torn. I’m sure they’re sweet but I think I’ll wait to find some 96’s or 102’s to compliment my 114’s (or 110’s if they ever show up used).
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02-07-2024, 07:27 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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On this note, anyone have a pair of 110’s they’d...
On this note, anyone have a pair of 110’s they’d like to sell? I have 114’s that are my favorite ski ever but they’re getting a bit worn down. I might try to find another set of 114’s but I’m curious...
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02-07-2024, 06:25 PM
Thread: WTB : Salomon MTN Heels
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WTB : Salomon MTN Heels
Anyone have a pair of lightly used MTN heels they’d be willing to sell? I have a very hacked pair that I’d like to replace. Toes work fine though…
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01-29-2024, 10:02 PM
Thread: 23/24 Gear Rumors
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Ha good point. I dodged treckers - 2012...
Ha good point. I dodged treckers - 2012 definitely isn’t old school.
I had 4-5 hut trips on duckbills as a kid (no other tele experiences) and going to frame bindings was “holy shit I can... -
01-29-2024, 07:42 PM
Thread: 23/24 Gear Rumors
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I started touring on frame bindings and squad 7’s...
I started touring on frame bindings and squad 7’s in 2012. I had a lot of fun getting out in the backcountry.
This setup would make me miserable now… but people start somewhere. I also think the... -
01-18-2024, 12:57 AM
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Droppers are weird some people have bad...
Droppers are weird some people have bad experiences. I own two transfers.
Per Strava have a v1 that has 6500ish miles on it (bought it used) and it’s never been rebuilt. Works fine. A bit slower... -
01-15-2024, 07:04 AM
Thread: Moment Skis Discussion
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I got my first days on my Ghost Trains. 194cm...
I got my first days on my Ghost Trains. 194cm with a Marker Alpinist to supplement a Deathwish Tour with a brakeless FreeRaider 14.
I had some mild buyers remorse on these and I’ve been taking my...
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