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That needed to be said. Thank you.
I actually think that this helmet that Fabien is helping design and the new POC lid are slicker looking than the renowned TL D2. Then again, this is probably why I'm no industrial designer...
He makes stickers, making him an industry insider. Whatever he says is the truth.
21 photos from dh practice. crazy there's still 5 days before the race! can't wait!
http://www.vitalmtb.com/features/2009-UCI-World-Championships-of-Mountain-Biking,43
http://www.vitalmtb.com/features/2009-UCI-World-Championships-of-Mountain-Biking,43
Is there something they put in the water in Vermont? Possibly douche bags are disposed right into the main water supply..
Seb- I've also wondered the same thing about the number plates. Maybe there is a reason or maybe it's just because they have paid mechanics and it makes them look "trick".
Seb- I've also wondered the same thing about the number plates. Maybe there is a reason or maybe it's just because they have paid mechanics and it makes them look "trick".
That's your opinion. At least I gave reasoning of why I think it's a poor choice (although the aero comment was obviously tongue-in-cheek). What's your reasoning for calling me an idiot?
They're mounted like that so they are firmly secured to the fork legs. additionally with the cables running though them there is no binding of the cables, and no rubbing or noise (thick platic # plates can wear through cable housing pretty quick), and it is less likely that hitting something head on with the bike will rip lines/cables out or crush them as can be done when the # plate is on top of everything. some bikes' cable routing doesn't lend itself well to any other form of mounting, and for the mechanics it can make fork removal and general cleaning and maintenance much easier and faster.
so there you have it, straight outta' VT for your reading pleasure
I have my hoses/cables shortened as much as possible. Gets them right out of the way, negligible rubbing and the numberboard attaches to the bars and fork legs. Also minimises chance of damage on uplifts as the cables are hidden behind the board (Vigo for example, bikes in back of panel vans, plenty of hoses/cables get snarled I'm sure).They're mounted like that so they are firmly secured to the fork legs. additionally with the cables running though them there is no binding of the cables, and no rubbing or noise (thick platic # plates can wear through cable housing pretty quick), and it is less likely that hitting something head on with the bike will rip lines/cables out or crush them as can be done when the # plate is on top of everything. some bikes' cable routing doesn't lend itself well to any other form of mounting, and for the mechanics it can make fork removal and general cleaning and maintenance much easier and faster.
so there you have it, straight outta' VT for your reading pleasure
OMG Hannah is running a triple ring 
I cannot believe you took the time to answer such a ****** ******* questionThey're mounted like that so they are firmly secured to the fork legs. additionally with the cables running though them there is no binding of the cables, and no rubbing or noise (thick platic # plates can wear through cable housing pretty quick), and it is less likely that hitting something head on with the bike will rip lines/cables out or crush them as can be done when the # plate is on top of everything. some bikes' cable routing doesn't lend itself well to any other form of mounting, and for the mechanics it can make fork removal and general cleaning and maintenance much easier and faster.
so there you have it, straight outta' VT for your reading pleasure
No reason, you're just an idiot.
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I didn't see a response to this, and I'm curious to know what bike Rennie is running... anybody?
Landing on planet PinkBike in 3...2...1...
I find it utterly amazing at the people on here that claim they are experts on design, proper bike, correct set-up all the way down to number plate attachment. If you are so smart about this stuff then you should either be:
1.one of the top racers
2.one of the top mechanics
3.one of the top designers
/rant over
Love the pics on Vital and can't wait to see how it all shakes out. All the decisions on what bike to use are more interesting to me then who "deserves it." I really don't care who wins- just that they pin it.
1.one of the top racers
2.one of the top mechanics
3.one of the top designers
/rant over
Love the pics on Vital and can't wait to see how it all shakes out. All the decisions on what bike to use are more interesting to me then who "deserves it." I really don't care who wins- just that they pin it.
Jesus christ, I was only voicing an opinion and wondering why they choose to do it the way they do. You guys can be so uppity sometimes.
It was a general statement. It wasn't pointed directly at you. There are pages of internet genius in this thread by more than just you.
random server maintenance of all days. it's there, just slow for a bit probably.
do you have any photos of it mounted that way? seems like it'd be tough to keep in place/straight/solid, even with short cables.
just curious, not starting sh!t, LOL.
i will say nothing is worse than a crooked number plate.
narrowly beating out the slammed helmet visor
Nothing specifically taken for that purpose, here's one that kinda shows. I do feel like we're hijacking this thread a little, but whatever
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OMG Hannah is running a triple ring
that shows a paper number plate, not a solid board like plate the uci give outNothing specifically taken for that purpose, here's one that kinda shows. I do feel like we're hijacking this thread a little, but whatever
adding fuel to the fire
really im drunk and cant find anything better to say
Some mediocre content from day 2 for all that are interested. I'll try to get some more cool DH shots for tomorrow.
Day 2 Goods
Day 2 Goods
Is the worlds DH race format just one run for everybody?
Or like a World Cup qualifying run with top 80 riders going into a final run?
Or like a World Cup qualifying run with top 80 riders going into a final run?
one run for everyone and no 'top 20' sort of rules at worlds so riders are free to play whatever tactics they like. seeding runs are friday i believe.
Thats what i mean so there is a "seeding"/qualifying run that each rider has to complete?
if its only a seeding run then i understand everyone goes through to the final, and the starting order will be the reverse of the seeding timed runs? ie slowest to fastest?
if its only a seeding run then i understand everyone goes through to the final, and the starting order will be the reverse of the seeding timed runs? ie slowest to fastest?
who cares, this is a world champ thread. you guys should stop dissing people and jsut take a coment like they are. like this one, just read it- if its off topic than be smart and just dont respond.
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You can look at Gracia...but...err...not here...try...Andorra?
Two riders you can look at here are juniors Brook Macdonald and Harry Heath, chasing down Mount Stromlo with a chesty cam
http://dirtmag.co.uk/news/category/videos/dirttvworld-champs-downhill-chesty-cam/dirt-1235647.html
Two riders you can look at here are juniors Brook Macdonald and Harry Heath, chasing down Mount Stromlo with a chesty cam
http://dirtmag.co.uk/news/category/videos/dirttvworld-champs-downhill-chesty-cam/dirt-1235647.html
Holy cow. In the MTB cut vid Brendan says he and Sam didn't even bother bringing the Demos. That seems pretty ballsy to me, especially when, in the same vid, Minnar is talking about how weathered and cut-up the course is, and how the DH bike is going to be "the one".
Minnaar might be talking about the big bike being the one as I'm not sure what else they would have to ride. the nomad? I think he has the power and ability to pedal in more places to get away with the bigger bike. I'm surprised they're not trying the air shocks that they tested in Africa though.
The Driver-8 would be pretty much spot-on, no?
Personally, I'm very disappointed. 16 pages so far on this thread and not a single mention of the toilets flushing in the opposite direction?!? Major letdown, all.
Seriously, good content being put out by everybody so far. Thanks for all the great photos/vids to this point. Should be an interesting weekend to say the very least!!!
Seriously, good content being put out by everybody so far. Thanks for all the great photos/vids to this point. Should be an interesting weekend to say the very least!!!
Brook has a lot of fast inside lines up top and middle track... quick kid.
Where's Danny Hart? Still junior this year right?
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