dvdt Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Going to Downieville this weekend! Woot! http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=1265 17 miles and 5000ft worth of gnarly singletrack. Going to rent one of these: http://www.leisurewheels.co.uk/smsimg/22/1522-3055-full-vp_free_profile-22.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 [It's a better bike than I really need, but I was able to get a better bike in my price range than what I was hoping for. What are you nuts you can never have too much bike:lol: If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfd425 Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Going to Downieville this weekend! Woot! http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=1265 17 miles and 5000ft worth of gnarly singletrack. Going to rent one of these:Nice! Those are some pretty glowing reviews of that trail. What are you nuts you can never have too much bike:lol:You're probably right, but given my n00bness and my skill level, sometimes I'm a little worried about looking like a dork when I'm on this fancy full-suspension XC bike, and I'm getting schooled by women and children on rigid singlespeeds. I wanted a bike that would last me a while though, even if I get better & start doing harder stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfd425 Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Someone on my local MTB forum started a thread about this bike: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4231518 For $70, I'm almost tempted to go buy one of these bikes and thrash it on my usual trail for fun, just to see how it holds up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfd425 Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 On the subject of "can't have too much bike", I've kind of been lusting after this new-for-'07 model, which is a very lightweight 6" travel all-mountain bike: Specialized Enduro SL http://www.specialized.com/OA_MEDIA/2007/bikes/END_Comp_Sat_Sliver_d.jpg This ^^^ is the base version, and I think it is under 30 lbs. Supposedly the carbon fiber model is 27 lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvdt Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Someone on my local MTB forum started a thread about this bike: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4231518 For $70, I'm almost tempted to go buy one of these bikes and thrash it on my usual trail for fun, just to see how it holds up. $70! It cost me more to rent the VP-Free for a day. I should get this and throw it away after the ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 $70! It cost me more to rent the VP-Free for a day. I should get this and throw it away after the ride. If you could pedal it up a hill!!!! These bikes weight in the neighborhood of 40+lbs. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyguy Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Here's mine: 2005 Cannondale RUSH http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/8039/img0116zt9.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaycee Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 I too ride a Stumpjumper FSR (2003 I think). I find I hit the bottom bracket and pedals more than I do on my rigid bike but I attribute some of that to the flex of the suspension and more aggressive riding. I usually ride the variety of trails in MetroWest although I've been up Nashua way a few times. I take my older rigid bike when playing Mountain Bike Ultimate (MBU). If any of you guys are frisbee players you may want to check out this emerging sport - a great combination of two of my favorite recreations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 There is a common misconception about full suspension XC MTN bikes. You should still take the same line on the trail as if you were on your hard tail. The suspension just allows you smooth out the bumps allowing you not to have to brake as much thus making you faster. To be honest, I am faster on my hard tail. Its lighter and losses less pedal energy do to the lack of suspension. However, During 24 hr races, the full suspension allows me to do more laps, easier on the joints going downhill. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfd425 Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 For me, as a newer rider, full suspension is just plain more enjoyable. I know there are a lot of people in this area that really enjoy hardtails, rigids, singlespeeds, etc., but for me, I like having this awesome piece of engineering that smooths out the trail a little bit for me. Also, I can attack the trail with much more confidence on the full-suspension bike, partly due to the suspension, but also due to the superior components (most notably brakes). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 29, 2006 Share Posted September 29, 2006 For me, as a newer rider, full suspension is just plain more enjoyable. I know there are a lot of people in this area that really enjoy hardtails, rigids, singlespeeds, etc., but for me, I like having this awesome piece of engineering that smooths out the trail a little bit for me. Also, I can attack the trail with much more confidence on the full-suspension bike, partly due to the suspension, but also due to the superior components (most notably brakes). Thats what I thought too, when I started, 4 fork rebuilds later, I realized I was doing something wrong. The smoothest line is always he fastest. Catching air, while fun, is slower then staying on the ground, unless of course you are clearing an obstacle. On longer rides the extra weight of the suspention becomes a factor too. It really, depends on the course. For instance, on days I do alot of climbing or long rides I take the hardtail. On downhill days its the full suspension. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edvig Posted September 29, 2006 Share Posted September 29, 2006 I thought that I would stop riding my hardtail when I bought my full suspension bike, but I make sure that I ride the hardtail every few weeks. I find that it forces you to look for the right line and keeps you honest. As much as I love riding my full suspension bike, I find that I'll occasionally get sloppy. Getting on the hardtail reminds me to practice my all riding techniques. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 29, 2006 Share Posted September 29, 2006 I thought that I would stop riding my hardtail when I bought my full suspension bike, but I make sure that I ride the hardtail every few weeks. I find that it forces you to look for the right line and keeps you honest. As much as I love riding my full suspension bike, I find that I'll occasionally get sloppy. Getting on the hardtail reminds me to practice my all riding techniques. +1, it makes you a safer better rider. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfd425 Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Thats what I thought too, when I started, 4 fork rebuilds later, I realized I was doing something wrong. The smoothest line is always he fastest. Catching air, while fun, is slower then staying on the ground, unless of course you are clearing an obstacle. On longer rides the extra weight of the suspention becomes a factor too. It really, depends on the course. For instance, on days I do alot of climbing or long rides I take the hardtail. On downhill days its the full suspension.When I say it gives me more confidence to attack the course, I really mean just in terms of going into corners faster, and being more aggressive on obstacles that are located right before corners. As for the extra weight, I'm in the strange position of having a full-suspension bike (Specialized Stumpjumper FSR) that is considerably lighter than my hardtail (Specialized Hardrock). Also, the Stumpy is a size L (19" frame), whereas the Hardrock is an XL (21" frame), so the Stumpy is a little more nimble. The rear suspension is just one aspect of the Stumpy that gives me more confidence. I still think the Hardrock is a fun bike, and I intend to take it to the trails occasionally. I definitely agree with you guys that riding a hardtail on mountain bike trails is helpful in sharpening one's skills. Also, it has become my all-purpose bike, and I take it when I'm going for a ride on the flat bike trails (paved and/or crushed limestone). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 05' Jamis Dakar XLT http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bicycle_files/IMG_2927.jpg And the newest one (got it a week ago) 06' Bianchi 928 Carbon/Ultegra http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bianchi_files/IMG_2989.jpg http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bianchi_files/IMG_2990.jpg http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bianchi_files/IMG_2991.jpg "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 When I say it gives me more confidence to attack the course, I really mean just in terms of going into corners faster, and being more aggressive on obstacles that are located right before corners. As for the extra weight, I'm in the strange position of having a full-suspension bike (Specialized Stumpjumper FSR) that is considerably lighter than my hardtail (Specialized Hardrock). Also, the Stumpy is a size L (19" frame), whereas the Hardrock is an XL (21" frame), so the Stumpy is a little more nimble. The rear suspension is just one aspect of the Stumpy that gives me more confidence. I still think the Hardrock is a fun bike, and I intend to take it to the trails occasionally. I definitely agree with you guys that riding a hardtail on mountain bike trails is helpful in sharpening one's skills. Also, it has become my all-purpose bike, and I take it when I'm going for a ride on the flat bike trails (paved and/or crushed limestone). I sold my Stumpjumper FSR to Bu11dog so now I dont have an all purpose bike to ride around. It sucks. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 05' Jamis Dakar XLT http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bicycle_files/IMG_2927.jpg And the newest one (got it a week ago) 06' Bianchi 928 Carbon/Ultegra http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bianchi_files/IMG_2989.jpg http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bianchi_files/IMG_2990.jpg http://web.mac.com/jsalicru/iWeb/CarPages/Bianchi_files/IMG_2991.jpg So when we going riding? If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 1. got to the parking lot and noticed I drove on a nearly flat back tire. tire is shot. new set of tires ordered today. 2. ate 1 hour before my ride (oatmeal and toast). Set a blistering pace up this 3 mile climb, almost tossed my cookies at the top. 3. 5 miles into the ride I snap a seat bolt on my saddle. ends the ride. zip ties and electrical tape can only do so much. Nice 5mile hike out. 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 It always happens in 3's. Snaped a seat bolt damn, hard to plan for that one. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 So when we going riding? Actually, I was thinking about riding today. I've been riding my road bike all week. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 It always happens in 3's. Snaped a seat bolt damn, hard to plan for that one. yep, but between the group I ride with, we always have spare parts on us. Bolts for almost anything, extra chains, derailleur hangers, spare derailleur, zip ties, electrical tape, multi tools, hex wrenches, shock pumps, portable saw (trail maintenance). But none of us had the frickin right bolt for the seat. Go figure:( 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKEBRAVO Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Actually, I was thinking about riding today. I've been riding my road bike all week. I just started up again too. Been alternating road for two, day off , mtn for two. If you can afford College, you probably don't need to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALPHA-GT Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 heres the pics of the bullit with the xc wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spicytuna Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Nice thread ! Anyone else on mtbr.com ? There's always a post regarding vehicles to carry mountain bikes and the Subaru's seem to have a loyal following. My current ride is a 2006 Kona Kula Supreme. Scandium hardtail with Fox 100RLT, XT shifters & crank, XTR derailleurs, Magura Marta brakes, custom wheelset with Chris King ISO Disc hubs, etc. Never weighed it but I can easily lift it with 2 fingers. Here's a pic : http://www.takabe.ca/images/kula800.jpg My new bike (which is currently on backorder) is a Ibis Mojo carbon fibre trailbike. I placed my downpayment over a month ago and I've been assured that I'll be receiving the bike before the end of February 2007. Whatever... Here's a pic of the Mojo : http://www.ibiscycles.com/images/full/mojo_1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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