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  1. nmn25

    Carpool to Rampage?

    Im located in colorado springs and was planning to go to rampage this year (been on bucket list since I was a grom) but one of the two other people in my trip backed out, and the other one is getting cold feet...I really want to go but don't want to do it solo. Anyone want to set something up? I...
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    Anyone else have problems ordering from HBC (Home Brewed Components)?

    In Feb of 2012 I ordered a black 28t spiderless chainring for my xo crankset from HBC. After 2.5 months and 2 emails with no responses I contacted him again. HBC responded saying my order got lost and he did not respond because my email titles sounded like order questions (which i guess they...
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    Going to moab, need some advice

    Im going to moab in a couple days, and need some help deciding what bike/tires to bring. Im primarily a downhiller and free rider, however if most of the trails require significant pedaling , i dont want to be pissed off and pushing everywhere. Bikes: Astrix Havoc (41lbs 64* head angle and...
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    Any one heard of Torqlite ul pedals by Black Ops?

    Our supplier has them at a great price, they look like they're light and have a large platform. Kinda reminds me of the twenty6 pedals. Anyways, i cant find any info on them whatsoever. Our supplier cant tell us weights either. Anyone know or have tried them out? Amazon.com: Black Ops...
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    Teaser: another stop along the journey

    my first real downhill bike i owned was a faith (final form in avitar), i ended up swapping out every part at least once, but decided it was time for a new frame 2 years ago. i bought a clifcat cause they were unique, and i was able to customize everything. i thought i was gonna have my dream...
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    finally a pic of me and my bike

    been building this up for a year and a half, it has been a horror story but finally its is complete custom geo clifcat frame 888wc ata w/ direct mount stem juicy 7s (elixer crs coming) with hope floating rotors gravity light cranks and platinum pro super duper cobalt something bottom bracket...
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    codes vs k24s

    im currently on juicy 7s, and want to get better brakes (read stopping power, so my hands dont cramp at whistler and such). I wiegh 180lbs, and its going on a 9 inch downhill bike. i can trade my dhx air for a pair of codes or k24s? which would be better? would the k24s actually have more...
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    Help with brakes

    I am currently running 2006 juicy 7s on 203 mm hope m4 floating rotors. Im looking for something with a little more power/less fade. Originally i was just going to add stainless lines, but figured that might not be enough, and thought about throwing a code caliper up front as well (but keep...
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    Diff between roco wc 2007 and 8....?

    HI, im looking for something to replace my dhx 5.0 and am looking mostly at the roco world cup. Is there a diff between the 2007 and 8? (even something as small as a revised dampening curve) Is dampening the right term?????:imstupid:
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    floating brake?

    I have a single pivot bike and have the option of running a floating brake. I would have to buy a new wheel and add about a pound and a half to my frame. so, my question is, should i run it? Im coming off a giant faith (which i believe is pretty neutral). Is brake jack that big of a deal ...
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    Frame modification; To drill or not to drill, that is the question

    This is my new frame I would like to drill another shock mount on the main triangle ala bighit (pre 06) or peeler. if i drilled one below the current, it would result in a more progressive suspension correct? would it compromise the structural integrity (looks like plenty of material...
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    Which rear shock?

    I have a single pivot bike, with adjustable 7.7 to 9 inches of travel. I have a 2008 dhx 5.0 coil, but want an air shock (for weight and tunability issues. I was originally set on a 2008 dhx 5.0 air, but now am thinking 2008 manitou evolver isx 6. They seem to have gotten the best reviews...
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    2008 dhx air 5.0 vs rocco air wc

    I have a single pivot frame with 3 travel options (9 inches, 8.5 and 7.8). In the 9 inch travel mode, the ratio is 3 to 1. I use this bike for both dh (in 9 inch mode), and freeride in 7.8 inch. I am getting one of the afore mentioned shocks (no im not interested in any other shock). which...
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    pikes peak shuttle/freeriding in c springs area

    I am a new resident of colorado springs (going to college here). I race dh and love to freeride. Unfortunately, I don't have a car, or much knowledge of the biking here. Is there a shuttle that you can pay that goes up pikes peak (I was talking to a guy who said there was one but i cant...
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    best double?

    http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=187783 (wont let me load pics twice) let me know what u think and feel free to ask questions....
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    Best 26 inch DJ/urban bike....Mine

    I finished my double a little bit ago and finaly took pics. Sorry they are a little small. let me know what u think
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    Clifcat Bikes?

    I'm looking at getting a new DH frame. The chump dh seems pretty good. I called and the guy says he can customize the geometry to anything I want (including travel, ha, bb hieght.......). The prices also seem pretty good. Has anyone heard or know anything about them?
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    888wc vs 40rc2

    I have the opertunity of getting either fork for a good (and same) price. Which would be a better DH fork (considering ALL factors). PLease give your opinions!!!!!
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    my first "true" race bike

    I need you advice. I want to build up a dedicated race bike. My curent bike is more like a hybrid freeride/race bike. Which of these frames would be th ebest? Price and ease of service (single pivot) are some of the factors. pdc 8two5 2006 demo 8 ironhorse yakuza 2005 giant team dh...
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    Giant customer service????

    I need to get ahold of giants customer service # (****ed my bike over at whistler). I have spent the past hour on their website trying to find it but to no avail. Can someone please post a link?
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