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Oct 13, 2023 · So let's dig into what I ended up with. Full spec is a little lower down. Trek Rail 9.9 X0 AXS T-Type Gen 4 Key Features. The Rail 9.9 is a carbon-framed, 150mm travel eMTB aimed at trail/enduro riding.

Jun 17, 2016 · In for the bouncy bikes as well, the goal is to not get distracted by other bikes this year (especially the Raaw Jibb, dang it!) and continue to enjoy my Tyee :) Also have a trip planned for August to go ride the Alps for a week guided and probably going to tag on a few days for unguided exploration, looking forward to summer!

Nov 18, 2021 · After a recent ride. It's been cold (for southern UK) with a little dusting of snow. The 140 Pikes have been stolen by the Murmur but the Solaris is still very fun rigid.

Nov 7, 2024 · Radial tires? I originally thought they arrived in the 60s but, aside from a few models, most cars rode on bias plies into the 70s. Radials were originally patented as a design concept in 1914 but weren't actually manufactured until 1946 when Michelin took up the cause.

Dec 20, 2024 · Originally posted December 19, 2024: We are saddened to hear that Rocky Mountain Bicycles has filed for bankruptcy protection. We heard rumblings several weeks ago that Rocky was in trouble, after approximately 14 employees were laid off from their North Vancouver, St. Georges, and European offices.

Oct 25, 2024 · The Top Fuel’s 4-position flip-chip allows some geometry steepening and sharpening, as well as some ramping of the rear shock. After futzing with all four positions, I opted to leave things in the slackest, lowest and least progressive of the four settings. 30% sag, middle of the road low speed compression, and as the saying goes, Bob’s your uncle (but no real pedal bob to speak of).

Nov 22, 2024 · Now that the sly brilliance of SRAM's patient bait-and-switch that was the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH), which seemed like pure benevolence on SRAM's part, has begun to fade from memory, it's time to have a look at how the company's revolutionary new derailleur system has performed since it was launched.

Jan 8, 2025 · We sit down with the godfather of freeride mountain biking, Wade Simmons, who shares his unique insights into the sport’s vibrant evolution. From the early days of mountain biking in Kamloops to the adrenaline-pumping events of today, like Dark Fest, Wade takes us through a journey of creativity ...

Dec 3, 2024 · 7Mesh Copilot Jacket with the Spruce Hoody. The Copilot Jacket from 7Mesh is not a new release. and Pete did an amazing job dissecting it and where the GoreTex Paclite Plus fabric sits within a very complicated product line up , HERE What has changed with the Copilot is the one zippered pocket it comes with and the Stash system that now allows you to strap the jacket to your bike, or anything ...