JCA12

I was trying some small drop-offs on my hardtail - roughly 1 meter. As i went off the first one my brother shouted that I was taking the incorrect line (as a joke). I instinctively tried to pull out, hitting the brakes. Unfortunately still hit the second drop-off and landed on my front wheel. Lost the skin off my face, nose and arm.

Thanks a lot for the input. the set up feels comfortable to me. Just wanted to know if there was a recommended approach to handlebar width. Will see how it goes for now and may adjust later

Hi there. I am still quite new to mountain biking and would like some advice. I bought a new 2011 Specialized Rockhopper SL Pro from a bike shop, but got the fork changed from the Recon Silver to a 2012 SID XX. I was wondering if the stock handlebars are not too wide for XC (might eventually do some races). The bars are 720 mm, Butted alloy riserbar, 25mm rise, 8 degree back sweep, 6 degree up. Should I trim them or change to narrower bars. Thanks

I'd say get the bike. Overall its better. What is the weight difference?

well in terms of the fork alone you are upgrading quite a lot. Also an XT front derailleur is better than an alivio. Shifters as well will be better.