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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 14

Norco releases new Revolver. Looking like an outright 10/10 on paper, visually as well. Will be interesting to see reviews roll in but a lightweight, fun, peppy downcountry bike is a pretty safe bet. Nailing the frame paint and the build spec values is a start. #mountainbiking #MTB

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 14

Interesting. Would love to try both. I know compliance is becoming a thing again since brands don't know where/how to innovate. I'd imagine, at least personally, I'd prefer the carbon for the build/features EVEN though I like a responsive (poppy) bike. Even if just for the chip alone. Canyons slack.

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 13

Hands down best youtuber in MTBing. (And one of the best youtubers in general.) JKW is a gem... #MTB #mountainbiking

YouTube video by Jeff Kendall-Weed

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 12

ye mate ive done that but im not seeing where its said better in any way to the carbon outside of the reviewer preferred the part spec, but thats tough cuz its a) just a preference and b) the same shock as the CF7? lol (like is the tune even different?)... and i can appreciate less 'features', but.🤷‍♂️

Why Booze and Bikes Are a Strange Mix - Are We Glorifying a Problem?

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 12

Okay, I found something I actually liked from Bike Mag. It's hard to describe the biking culture as a teetotaler. All I know is I've almost cancelled my mailing list from SkyPark because they've been advertising their new alcohol bar nearly daily... 🙄 #mountainbiking #MTB

Beer and bikes have always had a symbiotic relationship, but I don’t like the glorification of alcohol and riding bikes.

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 11

Sorry no industry posts lately. Been a mixture of many posts I don't care about and almost nothing that really moves the needle for me. Giant released some new bikes, they are at least better values than the new Treks. I am okay with boring, I guess, but hopefully not expensive boring lol #MTB

PANIC (at the disco) Trail

YouTube video by Medium MTB

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 10

im so jealous. now seems like a great time of year to escape socal and hit PNW type trails.

Your complete guide to dirt jump / slopestyle mountain bikes on Vital MTB. Reviews and ratings, comparisons, weight, specs, prices, and more.

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 8

Ya, almost none of the resources are perfect... Particularly 99spokes. But Vital should have a decent handle on what 650bz are still around. Can also track the year the industry abandoned them. Between 2022 and 2023! lol ignore all the mislabeled mullets...

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 8

But yeah lastly, if you find a mullet with a fairly high bottom bracket, such as YT Capra... You can honestly just de-mullet it stock in high BB mode. And if you want to 'fix' the geometry you can buy a spacer from MRP or Reverse, or try to over fork it (though not sure about 180/190 29er fork)

Transition Scout has bitten the dust... What dual 27 bikes (in all sizes) are left in the industry?

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 8

I do have a list of active dual 27 bikes if you want a full overview of what the industry still has. Obviously Commencal Clash is still valid, but wouldn't be my first pick of bike. I'd be more open to a Propain Spindrift for long travel. I wish the Pivot Shadowcat was cheaper. Good smaller option.

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 8

I'm the wrong person to ask I bought a mid travel MX and de-mulleted it into a dual 27! That said, I love it because in high BB mode, it can safely run dual 27, and then I just switch it back to MX for faster/chunkier riding. Best of both worlds! All these 29er to MX bikes are silly, similar feel.

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 8

Sure, Orbea may have released the best #MTB of all time this year... But this bike is less than half the price of that Rallon right now. Insane value, 2500 for a Specialized Status 170. Lotta new bikes being released, including the cool Fuel line up concept from Trek... But they all fall short lol 🤔

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 7

Grabbed these rad pads on sale. Over 50% off. I will say as a former BMXer who hates pads, the fit and feel of the higher quality stuff is insane. I'm only learning this lifestyle now with the crazy post-covid sales. These feel like the best compromise between comfortable and protective. #MTB

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 6

Like... As a value? Why is the cheaper alloy version better when it has one less point of adjustment on the frame? And only one build that isn't miles away from the carbon price.

Nationals got dicey for 517

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 4

GF films MTBing better than I do... So US DH Nationals got kinda dicey for some lol #MTB #mountainbiking

YouTube video by MTBsquid

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Aug 1

This has always been known... But our industry needs to prop itself up by selling 'different' things to gullible customers somehow. If roadies, with their tasty sack of cash, can keep my delicate lil MTB companies afloat... They are doing the LORD'S work.

RED BULL HARDLINE 2025 | SLEEPER SHREDDIT

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Jul 30

Well, if you've liked the world cup SleeperCo shreddits, you're in for a tasty treat. HARDLINE x SLEEPERCO (and with their NEW camera). Shots that let you see Hardline like you've never seen it before... #mountainbiking #MTB

YouTube video by SLEEPER

Just another day at Summit #MTB Park... (feel free to call these guys out whenever possible)

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Jul 28

The lack of self awareness complaining about speed on turtle pairs quite well with the garbage ideology. Sadly that guy is probably lost in society, he will never outgrow the issues he has. (As he kinda admitted on camera lol)

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Jul 27

Unfortunately this is about how my trip went at Summit Bike Park... To some extent I'm not even surprised at Summit, although saying this kinda shit behind a child riding is next level scumbag. #mountainbiking #MTB

YouTube video by Teddy Parker

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Jul 24

the fun reddit game is halfway done, and i can't complain about the results! definitely agreeing with most things even though I think Trek Session was supposed to win best looking design but got looked over due to confusion. Also as ugly as it is, I'd love to try that haibike lol #mountainbiking

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Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Jul 23

It's interesting that Jackson and Loic are so close, as Loic has killed qualifying and Jacko had some fumbles in qualifying early season. They are quite close despite the win numbers. We'll see if it gets more interesting latter half or if the deal is absolutely sealed.

Mountain Biking articles for MTBers @lepigpen.bsky.social · Jul 23

Yes. Not sure what the convo would have been around not doing them in 2024. I know there is a sorta age limit (probably 16), which he would have surpassed. He was doing so well in world cups they probly wanted an overall, and thought better of it. Bu tough to say cuz he's in the mix this year also.