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  1. RiverInTheRoad
    Race Face Ambush is a great option. Bit bulky maybe but they are awesome.
  2. RiverInTheRoad
    Except for being narrow the stock wheels are fine IMO. I have the M1900. They can take a hell of a beating.
  3. RiverInTheRoad
    Congrats to the winner.
  4. RiverInTheRoad
    No. Camelbak is the only viable option . Really the biggest drawback of this bike.
  5. RiverInTheRoad
    In my experience the bike works best with a stiff front end and lots of rear sag. This way it pedals best and corners well. The suspension curve is very inefficient in the initial stroke. It bobs so much you get seasick. However after 25% stroke it settles. At first I thought the bike sucks but you need to get the setup correct.
  6. RiverInTheRoad
    I also love my jeffsy. But I would say this bike is a heavy hitter. Set the sag to 30% and the fork to 15% (2 tokens). Thabk me later
  7. RiverInTheRoad
    Clear Gorilla Tape is my frame protection of choice.
  8. RiverInTheRoad
    The YT has a small feel to it. If you are around my lenght I would look at the XL (body proportions obviously also factor). I have noticed that due to the slack head angle when I raise my bar the reach drops alot. Or I have a vivid imagination
  9. RiverInTheRoad
    I am 1.86m and have a large. I would prefer an XL. The bike is very good for jumping and very manouverable. Climbing is not that great. It bobs alot (i have the base model without lockout).I think it suits "good" riders more than the average joe.It's a great bike but it needs to be ridden hard. Won't recommend it for the average 40km Tygerberg Trail loop rider.
  10. RiverInTheRoad
    You should upgrade your fitness first
  11. RiverInTheRoad
    The trick is to run Mavic rims. Then you don't break your rims. Jokes aside, a smaller volume tire is more progressive (like your Pike after your bottomless tokens) . So its better if you ride hard
  12. RiverInTheRoad
    short = low profile (soos op jou GTI)
  13. RiverInTheRoad
    Have to admit it is a big generalization. However, in my experience I have never perceived a benefit from a higher sidewall. I would rather have a "shorter" tire at my desired pressure which is more stable on the rim and would generally be lighter.
  14. RiverInTheRoad
    Can someone please explain this volume obsession? Higher (not wider) sidewalls are stupid. Option 1: less than 1.5 bar pressure - squirms Option 2: more than 1.5 bar - no benefit from larger volume
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  16. RiverInTheRoad
    I love light tyres. It really makes a massive difference. I have the cheapest Jeffsy without lockout and TBH it pedals K@K. So very hesitant to go too heavy in the tyres.
  17. RiverInTheRoad
    Don't you find the Minion DHF DD as too heavy for a bike you pedal uphill? I actually have a brand new one I bought by mistake(wanted EXO) but geez 1146g is DH territory.
  18. RiverInTheRoad
    I find the Onza Ibex a stupid tyre. Very pressure sensitive. Have a nice open knee and elbow from a hardpack slipout. I going stick a Minnion DHF upfront with a Ikon or Adent Race rear #enduro.
  19. RiverInTheRoad
    These aren't my first pair of kneepads and they (Leatt) are not durable. I did like them while they worked ( < 6 months).
  20. RiverInTheRoad
    I have/had the Leatt 3DF 5.0, they are comfy and protect you well when crashing. I now have the Troy Lee Raid pads which the internet raves about, they are warmer but better in most other aspects. I will however not recommend them as they are not durable at all. Mine are completely torn after one crash and Leatt does not stand behind their product to replace or repair them.
  21. RiverInTheRoad
    That's Kelly McGarry , RIP
  22. RiverInTheRoad
    He uses a Specialized P.3. Any jump bike will work well. Good cranks and wheels help TONS.
  23. RiverInTheRoad
    Nice riding! I have the same bike What brakes are you using? What is your gear ratio?
  24. RiverInTheRoad
    OMG. So NICE
  25. RiverInTheRoad
    800mm + 15mm rise
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