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  1. punkassean

    what exactly is a 'mountain bike'?...

    You may remember my recent post ( http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=225073 ) about the current state of the mountain bike. In case you missed it, here's the cliff notes. There are lots of sub-disciplines within the realm of MTB nowadays and most are so specialzied as to pretty...
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    so tragic....

    20 y/o So. Korean fashion model commits suicide. 'freedom comes with such cost. but is it even freedom? one could get numb living like this. pretty things. comfort. vanity. decadent nights to make up for losses. but this endless loneliness there must be something wrong from the core. i worry...
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    120+20mm does not equal 160-20mm. Or, more to a bike than how much travel it has.

    A few years ago 140mm bikes were the hot new thing. People gravitated towards these new bikes because on paper they were perfect, approaching downhill-worthy travel within the realm of cross country-capable weight. Seems perfect...on paper. Most of these bikes were existing 100-120mm platforms...
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    New Nomad

    Info including geometry is now up at Singletrackworld!
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    My new whip

    check it yo's. Heading out the door for maiden voyage, report back later with thoughts....
  6. punkassean

    New Heckler / LG1 / Stylo Outboard Cranks?...

    Trying to help a buddy get an LG1 mounted on his medium '07 Heckler. Cranks are Truvativ Stylo outboard bearings. E.13 doesn't have it on the fit chart and I searched teh internetz to no avail. any tips as far as spacers etc??? Thanks!
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    Really Wide DH bars: Who All Makes Them?

    Hey Guys, I'm doing some research and would like to know who all is offering really wide DH bars (730-750mm). Any specs you can provide will be greatly appreciated such as dimensions, weight, link to website, price, etc. I have searched and not found any sort of thread containing...
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    Two Bike Product Recalls. One Important to RM members, the other not so much!

    1. Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure 2. Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike ******************************************************** NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office...
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    HELP! Picture of nerd smoking cigarette at computer

    Someone posted a pic of a chubby nerdy dood wearing thick glasses, smoking a cigarette while sitting at a computer in a room with wood paneling. It look like it was from the 80's. That picture cracked me up and I thought I saved it, but now I can't find it. Please post a link! THANKS!!!
  10. punkassean

    Enduro; Still Great After All These Years

    I recently rebuilt the Enduro with the latest-and-greatest jibbery. The ride is much improved and the weight dropped by a couple of pounds which is always appreciated. Every time I want a new bike or wish I had a "real" DH bike the trusty Enduro reminds me just how much ass it kicks. New...
  11. punkassean

    Firestone Classic DH and Jump Jam (4/27-4/29)

    The Firestone Classic is coming up again and I've recently learned that there will be a Dirt Jump Jam added to the schedule this year and I believe a Super-D as well! This is always the most fun race of the year with an awesome course and layed-back atmosphere. The downhill course is short...
  12. punkassean

    1.5 Nomad reviewed in new MBA....

    I just read the review of the 1.5" headtubed Nomad in the new MBA. I'm still trying to figure out why they had Ed Arnet review that bike when he's more of an XC stud than a freerider. The article contradicts itself from one sentence to the next with comments about how well it climbs followed...
  13. punkassean

    Stolen Bike Alert!! Santa Cruz

    My friend Brandon's mountain bike was stolen from his home downtown a few days ago. The bike is a bright yellow 2000 Specialized (S-Works maybe) FSR XC with a red Rock Shox SID fork and SID rear shock, mostly XTR components and vee-brakes. Unfortunately he didn't have any pics (the attached pic...
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    death on ucsc trails today?

    My roommate called me today to tell me she had just drivendown hwy and saw paramedics carrying a person on a stretcher with a sheet over their body and face. There was a guy walking with them pushing a mtn bike. Best I can tell this was near the bottom of campers but I don't know for sure...
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    Strange Issue with Juicy Seven?

    My coworker has had a recurring problem of late with his Juicy Seven's. Every so often and not really during any particular riding situation, his rear brake lever gets incredibly firm and the braking becomes ineffective. Typically he can pump the lever a few times and get it to soften up again...
  16. punkassean

    Coming to SB this weekend

    I am coming to SB for the long weekend and would love to ride so trails. Hit me up if you plan on riding....
  17. punkassean

    Should E.13 offer a 34-T Guide Ring?

    I want to run a single ring up front on my ~34-pound trail bike and although my legs are pretty strong, I think a 36-T would be a little tough to muscle around on longer rides. A 34-T on the other hand would make it just about perfect (1:1 climbing ratio). It seems that E.13 only makes their...
  18. punkassean

    Specialized BIG news! VERY Interesting....

    http://thisjustin.bicycling.com/2006/07/this_just_in_sp.html
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    Good Riddance Playing the Catalyst Friday!

    Longtime local Santa Cruz punk band, Good Riddance is playing the Catalyst this Friday, the 23th. Tickets are almost sold out and can be bought at the Catalyst ticket window for $14. Come out and support a RAD local band! I know I will be there and I hope to see some of you.
  20. punkassean

    Picked up an '07 TALAS 2 36 yesterday!

    I dropped by Fox Shox in Watsonville and snagged one of the very first new '07 TALAS 2 36's hot off the press. I haven't mouted it yet but it looks bad ass that's for sure. The paint is a slightly textured black and the baby blue decals look real nice. I am WAY busy right now trying to find a...
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