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    dumb Q: X9 front shifter + XT front der. ... worky??

    a lot of specialized mountian bikes actually come spec'd like that. I know that any spec. with x0 shifters ran an xt or xtr der. in 08 and 09. haven't seen what's on the 09s yet though although i'd assume it wouldn't change cause it actually works really well. sram makes superior rear der. and...
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    Jones Spaceframe

    the Spaceframe is one of the wildest looking bikes out there man. everything about it is just sick looking. even if it rides like **** you have a stand out bike. obviously though its gotta be a sweet ride.
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    SS Chain Tension: how tight is too tight?

    having your chain too tight can prematurely wear the chain and also the chainrings. my rule of thumb is about a 1/4inch of play when you pull up on the midpoint of the chain under the chainstay. make sure you test the chain in multiple spots to find the tightspot, like Wumpus said chainrings...
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    My "New To Me" Monkey!

    stupid question but why are your Qr levers in the drive side
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    Airtime app for the iphone/ipod touch

    so am i the only one who thinks it might be a bad idea to ride with a 400 dollar phone in your pocket? like what happens when you fall on it and it breaks, im pretty sure thats not covered on the warranty. cool idea tho, just seems a little risky
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    weak hangers????

    whats worse, buying a hanger and a derailuer, maybe a new chain and cassette. or having to buy a new frame every time you break the permanent hanger thats part of your frame. if the hanger breaks its doing its job. protecting your frame. 6 is a pretty crazy number to break though. I don't...
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    New xc bike in long time...help me out!!

    go fox or go home. three reasons: 1. they are awesome. 2. many specialized bikes are designed with fox components in mind 3. how can you argue with a name like vanilla. (you should get the float tho)
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    Turner DHR VS. Ventana El Cuervo

    i haven't ridden either but the dhr looks cooler. useless post, but i think the DHR is one of the coolest looking downhill bikes out
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    brake pad mods

    spend some money and get a better set of brakes. also take into consideration that most bmx wheels are not made with braking performance in mind. something else that might help would be a chrome rear rim. but its probly not worth money or effort involved with buying or lacing a new wheel
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    Stump Jumper FSR 29er Test Bike

    I wish i could hook it up with some pictures but i am a poor bike shop mechanic and i don't have a digital camera. if i can find a picture online i'll post it. let it be said that the redwood niner is ultraBA though
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    Stump Jumper FSR 29er Test Bike

    that may be so, but it is a disgustingly good climber
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    Stump Jumper FSR 29er Test Bike

    no pics sorry, i don't have a digital camera. i live in the stone age
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    Stump Jumper FSR 29er Test Bike

    sorry it took a while between posts. after riding it on some trails that were in better condition i was much more impressed by the bike. on climbs its like cheating, and it is incredible on decents. still leaves a little bit to be desired as far as tight cornering goes, but it more then makes up...
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    Stump Jumper FSR 29er Test Bike

    I took it out today for some XC over at a local park. the conditions weren't ideal as it just rained about 2 and a half inches in my neck of the woods and there were wet muddy leaves everywhere. My honest initial reaction was that I didn't like it, it felt big and unwieldy. after i got a...
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    Stump Jumper FSR 29er Test Bike

    WE just got one in at the bike shop i work at. The finish is killer, it looks like a redwood tree. I'll see if i can get a picture, and i'll be sure to post more about it as soon as i get a chance to ride it. I road it on the road and up and down some curbs, but not anywhere near enough to get a...
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    Twist of Lime Please and Thank You

    I guess that crossbeam to through the top tube to the top of the seat tube makes up for the bend, It's a really cool looking frame, and that's an awesome color. btw there is a picture of your same bike on the front page of EWR
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    Noob to a new Genre of our sport.

    get a spec. enduro sl. it can do anything.
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    Twist of Lime Please and Thank You

    does that giant bend in the downtube hurt the stiffness at all?