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    Your bike just got dominated by F1 technology

    While you guys were arguing about wheel sizes, Caterham made pure awesome available starting in 2014. Who knew that the Girvin linkage fork was F1 techonology! More info here: http://caterhambikes.com/
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    Pslide's unscientific and pretty much useless comparison of 26" and 29" wheels

    Ever since I through a leg over the prototype Prime a few years back, I thought that this thing has got to be as fast as my DH bike. It rolls over stuff like a monster truck, flies great, it's light, amazing cornering grip, blah blah blah. So 2 years later I finally get to 7 springs, fired up...
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    Off Topic: I wish I had $500,000 to rub on my butt.

    "The NY Daily News reports that Kathy LeMond testified under oath during a 2006 deposition in the SCA arbitration case that Julian Devries, a mechanic for Armstrong’s team, had told her and others that Nike and Thom Weisel –the San Francisco banker who sponsored and part-owned Armstrong’s team -...
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    Banshee Prime Review

    Did a little write up on my blog: http://ohiodownhill.wordpress.com/2012/04/11/the-perfect-enduro-bike/
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    Idea for new air shock technology

    So I was thinking about the latest air shocks for the DH crowd, and the trade off that we often have to make between a lively, poppy bike and a ground hugging, stable race machine. I had an idea that might make it possible to achieve a lively and uber-sensitive, high traction suspension setup...
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    Anyone raced any Enduros?

    So it seems multi-stage "Enduro" racing is really kicking off. Folks are saying it better represents how we all ride our bikes, and it's more fun - equal parts social and ripping down trails, and a lot more time on the bike. I personally haven't raced one yet, but we are holding one locally in...
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    From the Inside Out - my review.

    I landed a copy of "From the Inside Out" BR for Christmas, even though I didn't ask for it. This the new one from 2ndBase, which I guess is a combination of the Coastal Crew (like their web edits) and Anthill (aka Collective). I can't really keep up with the names... Lots of stuff to like...
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    Rae Gandolf, Pro Womens DH - Interview

    Figured since most guys are into girls that ride, here is a link: Interview: Rae Gandolf, Pro Downhiller « Ohio Downhill She's so fast they needed Rob Warner to commentate for her engagement.
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    Interview with Rae Gandolf, Downhiller

    Thought the Mud Hunnies would appreciate this: Interview: Rae Gandolf, Pro Downhiller « Ohio Downhill She's so fast they needed Rob Warner to commentate for her engagement!
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    Do helmets mold to your head over time?

    I just bought an Urge down-o-matic and it's a bit tight in the front and rear. I just read in another helmet review that helmets can mold to your head over time. I'd never heard that before, anyone experience this? I will probably send it back but a bit bummed because they don't make a larger...
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    Dear Shimano, please make one of these.

    Mr. Shimano, you have great might, skill, and power. Please make one of these. It should be a cinch. It could be part of your PRO line. If you don't, maybe Mr. SRAM will.
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    Lots of non-Maxxis tires at Ft. Bill

    Anyone else notice how many Schwalbes on the pros bikes now? Have a gander... http://www.pinkbike.com/news/Fort-William-2011--The-Story.html (And all running directionally the wrong way according to Kidwoo!) Blenki and Cam Cole are one Hutchinson Bulldogs the best I can gather...
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    For riders stuck in the Midwest: Ohio DH Races

    OK, so this won't apply to many monkeys, but if you do happen to have the great luck to reside in the vicinity of the outdoor mecca that is Ohio, you might want to check this out. We've been working hard on some new DH trails at Vulture's Knob and we'll be doing a few races there this year...
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    2011 UCI World Cups chit chat

    The first WC is only 2 months away, I'm starting to get amped. Great variety of tracks this year, no doubt loads of drama to unfold! 23.04 – 24.04 UCI – Pietermaritzburg RSA 04.06 – 05.06 UCI – Fort William GBR 11.06 – 12.06 UCI – Leogang AUT 02.07 – 03.07 UCI – Mont Sainte Anne CAN...
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    Best gusset design?

    Anyone know or know someone who has analyzed the most effective type of gusset for strengthening the headtube junctions? i.e. which is better, this type: or this type: This would be for a steel dh bike. I have my own opinions, but would like to hear others...
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    Gnar cake is gnar (with East Coast Rox)

    We celebrated three family birthdays yesterday, so my mom made this. That line is steep as **** and super gnar on a BMX bike. PS - Bonus points if you can guess what the twinkies are. Hint: They were for my nephew, who is 11 years old.
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    New bike company for interweb riders...

    There is a new bike company just for internet riders! I know this has been discussed ad nauseam, but only in jest. Until now: http://capriabikessl.blogspot.com/2010/12/capria-2011-dhfr-line.html Seriously, words cannot describe what's going through my brain right now.
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    Lightweight race build spec, made in USA?

    Wondering if some of you boffins out there can help me put together a lightweight race spec with products made in the USA? We will obviously have to cut a few corners, but would like to maximize locally made components. Made in Canada will work in a pinch, since they are our hat after all...
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    An impenetrable carawhat?

    "The origin of the legend of the Bluegrass Eagle has been lost in the passage of time. Possessing supernatural powers, it could transform its plumage into an impenetrable carapace. Its spirit, noble and free, has inspired our range of protective gear." It gets better, go to...
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    Help me understand shock rate.

    Right, I'm usually answer more questions than I ask, but after watching Santa Cruz's APP videos and reading some of their marketing speak, I've got a question. They've designed their APP bikes (Nickel, Butcher) to mimic the VPP shock curves, which start off falling rate and then go rising...