Anyhow, there are so many different fans of 69/96er bikes and as you may already know, I HATE spending money when I know I could do it for less. It’s like going to an Italian Restaurant…why bother when you can boil pasta at home and make the food for a fraction of the cost. Well…
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Who: From www.CarbonCycles.cc: In 1994 we developed an innovative military aerospace shock absorber system melding carbon fiber with aluminum to take advantage of the distinctive advantage of each material. After developing this complex and innovative technology, we quickly realized the potential for our love of mountain biking. So using aerospace theory & high technology we…
This review is from one of our riding partners, Tim “Scissor Hands” Shears. Scissor Hands has an inquiring mind matched to a good wit. His thoughts on Crank Brother’s Cobalt cranks and his experience with Crank Brothers are helpful for those considering a new set of nice cranks for their rig. I know what you’re…
I’ve been riding with the Yess Pro for about 5 months. It’s been installed on two different bike and ridden all over the place. When I first started my full suspension single speed project, people had told me about the Yess Pro tensioner. In fact Pricepoint.com sell this item for $54.98. Originally I set up…
The KHS XCT535 has arrived at the MtnBikeRiders HQ and the review process has been initiated. The XCT 535 is KHS’ line up in the world of XC/Trail bikes. The MSRP for this bike is $1599 and its equipped with some choice componentry, great geometry and outstanding performance. Here’s the tale of the tape (specs):…
Yes there is such a thing as a “PERFECT” bike for B.O.B. (brother on a budget)…a budget meaning very little money or none what so ever. So if you’re like me, a BOB, then you are going to look for the best bang out of your buck. Being a BOB, usually means you’re just tight…
Frame: Vassago Bandersnatch Large (Grey) ’07 Weight: 28 pounds(cheesy bathroom scale). The frame could easily be built in the low 20s but this was a budget build Rider: 5’10”, 150 lbs. Enjoy long walks on the beach and back rubs The wonderful people at Vassago gave us this frame to build. How do I know…
I finally had a chance to install the Kenda Small Block Eight on the Sette Reken Single Speed. The first thing you need to know is that this tire is WAY faster than my old set of tires, Bontrager Jones XR. Plus they are WAY faster than the Kenda Karmas that Priscilla has on her…
Going from one trail to another via fireroad. No leg pads, just the arms as they’re pretty comfortable. I got to put my new Sette Strike pads I purchased last week to use when I rode at Aliso. As I was coming down Rock-it I slowed down way too much and my front wheel got…
Ok this letter is directed to some of you people that are STILL taking your bikes to you the LBS. Sure there’s valid reasons why you need to take a bike to the LBS for some repairs or services such as “I like to get reamed when paying for a tune up.” People also take…