Gear for Enduro 2.0

[Rigardt@Scott]

Reach adjust is on the inner side of the lever blade, think you need an allen key to work it. Just seems like a fiddly location

Yup, that's right, but they are pretty easy to get to with an allen...

[Rigardt@Scott]

Been looking for a set of knee gaurds, has anyone tried on or ridden in the new Leatt 3DF 6.0 knee guards - any comments appreciated.

 

I can only comment on the 5.0. They are breathable and comfy and have good coverage. I have not had a major fall with them yet, so can't comment on how effective they actually are...

[ALLMTB]

Been looking for a set of knee gaurds, has anyone tried on or ridden in the new Leatt 3DF 6.0 knee guards - any comments appreciated.

 

Getting mine hopefully this week still, if so I'll take them out for a spin over the weekend and comment here again. 

[Jay_B]

Getting mine hopefully this week still, if so I'll take them out for a spin over the weekend and comment here again. 

 

Cool thanks, will look out for your feedback

[pista]

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[V12man]

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Saw some of their wheels at Epic last year... broken by about day 4.

[pista]

Saw some of their wheels at Epic last year... broken by about day 4.

These were only released in December.

 

Were they not perhaps cheap Chinese eBay trispoke wheels?

[V12man]

These were only released in December.

 

Were they not perhaps cheap Chinese eBay trispoke wheels?

Nope - definitely the same manufacturer but a 4 spoke wheel from memory - they alternately cursed each other and their wheel supplier in German over a few stages where we rode in close proximity - then they disappeared from our start group - but we did chat to them at registration about the wheels and later in camp the problems they were having (my partner is very fluent in German).

 

I really don't think trispoke type wheels are suitable for multi day racing - maybe for XCE they would be fine for the all or nothing type of racing that is.

[T-Bob]

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This is back AGAIN?? How many times have tri / quad spoke all in ones been given a go in the MTB realm? Bet you can't put them in the oven to straighten them out like the old BMX ones.  

 

Honestly, if you crack a rim then they are done aren't they? Specialist hubs, can't swop out a new rim... hope they have a decent price and a great crash repair scheme / warranty. 

[Capricorn]

 

I really don't think trispoke type wheels are suitable for multi day racing - maybe for XCE they would be fine for the all or nothing type of racing that is.

 

i dont think it's the lack of spokes, but rather the design compromises made getting it light for the weight conscious crowd. Light but strong is an objective approached via an asymtotic locus. I for one am very keen to have a set for my enduro rig (albeit i have reservations around the custom bits and bobs). i think it looks crazy good! Just hope they designed and tested it properly.

Edited January 26, 2018 by Capricorn

[Duane_Bosch]

They look AMAZING to me. Remember Z Wheels for BMX's back in the day? I wanted a set more than I wanted my next breath.

Edited January 26, 2018 by Duane_Bosch

[Chavo]

New nukeproof wheels released, which look rad with a copper hub! But 28 hole straight pull spokes for 29er wheels seems like it might have durability issues, especially for heavier/hard hitting riders. Nukeproof obviously think otherwise. Thoughts?

 

https://m.pinkbike.com/news/nukeproof-announces-new-horizon-wheelset-video.html

[Rigardt@Scott]

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There is nothing - not price, looks, durability, uniqueness, the name - at all that would convince me to ever try a pair.

 

Looks like wheels Porsche or BMW would put on one of their showroom bicycles. Maybe if I owned a few M series T-shirts and a nice bright red Ferrari jacket I'd be inclined to put these wheels on my bike.

 

Doesn't mean because something can be done it should be done.

[Duane_Bosch]

Rode with a Hans Damph on the front Saturday. No feel. Lost the front a million times. Had a crash. The ONLY thing that tire is good for is the bin.

Edited January 29, 2018 by Duane_Bosch

[Captain Fastbastard Mayhem]

Rode with a Hans Damph on the front Saturday. No feel. Lost the front a million times. Had a crash. The ONLY thing that tire is good for is the bin.

yep. It's not even good for the back. Wallows harder than a lazy hippo. 

[ALLMTB]

Getting mine hopefully this week still, if so I'll take them out for a spin over the weekend and comment here again. 

UPDATE:

Took the pads out for a spin at Haka yesterday.

First impressions are that they are more bulky than what the pictures suggest, so if that's a deal breaker for someone I suggest having a look at them first. 

The fit is superb, first time riding with them and I have no chaffing and they didn't slip down or move around at all. Pedaling is not an issue. They do get hot though (humid 31degree yesterday) but for the amount of protection they offer its not a bad trade off.

Luckily no crash test took place but so far I would recommend these pads for Enduro type riding for sure.