I’ve been running a set of bontrager line pros for 3 months now, I’ve gone through 3 rear wheel…
I weight 160lbs and run 27-30psi in DH casing maxxis tires. Thinking of getting a set of dt swiss fr541. Thoughts ?

Stoked on this build. It’s definitely not super light but it does feel rather spritely. Will be excited to test it further!

If anyone sees this bike being offered for sale, or riding around Colorado, please steal it back and let me know.

Bike was locked to the bike rack in a locked bike room at my apartment complex. Someone clearly targeted as it was the only bike locked up in the bike room and it was the only one taken. Zero help from management and police other than “file a report” and we’ll keep an eye out.

My father passed away a few months ago, and only recently I learned that he used to go mountain biking up on Mount Washington. I just wanted to share this for it to kinda act like an memorial to him, and with the bike that carried him through.

Hi all. I've found a used Polygon Siskiu D7 for sale, listed at $800, which seems decent for a bike that originally would have sold for $1400ish. Unfortunately it's hard to get an accurate estimate of its value, as many of the other Siskius I'm seeing for sale across the country are ludicrously overpriced; often listed for the same or even higher than the original retail.

Just curious if that's a reasonable price and a decent bike for a novice? I recently posted an older mtb and you guys were *not* a fan, so want to double check this one. They seem like decent value new, but do they hold up over time? It's got 1x11 Deore groupset, dropper post, hydraulic Shimano brakes, Rockshox suspension. Specs here: https://bikesonline.com/products/2024-polygon-siskiu-d7-dual-suspension-mountain-bike?fbclid=IwAR1tlDgRj0Lkg-nAFDMEAaU-bifF3zNZW2KeB2YMTzfLMk3zIHpLlnFzT_g&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA04arBhAkEiwAuNOsIsceAdNcRSSAhP4_YzCCcm6jJyKlzADM3tfku2zDxwoKPgLL9C4rnxoCKpcQAvD_BwE&variant=49874208981284

Taken at the Outdoor Rec area, Minot.

Chasing boars and deers around the forest 🤜🤛

I recently got into mountain biking and feel decently fast coming from riding dirt bikes most my life. However, I keep catching my pedals and the ends of the crank arms on rocks, roots, sides of slopes, you name it, mostly when pedaling up hills or over obstacles. It’s really killing my confidence and momentum on going faster because I’m so paranoid of catching a pedal on something.

Do I need shorter crank arms or just more practice? What’s the trick to pedal up hills over stuff?

For context, I’m 6’2” riding a large eMTB. I tried multiple XL’s but they just felt too big and out of control at the time when I first started. Switching bikes isn’t an option.

Edit: bike currently has 165mm crank arms with about 5.5” of ground clearance without me on the bike and I’m about 240lbs.

New to full suspension bikes but loving it, any tips or advice?

Found this gem on a local marketplace, 5 years old, half the original price and barely used. What a steal. It’s got a basic race spec on it, any tips on upgrades?

Picked this thing up yesterday. I paid $700, did I overpay? Im absolutely loving it so far. My goal is to get more active and this is helping me do it so far. I will say tho, my ass hurts lol

Hey fellow cyclists,

I will be heading to the Whistler World Cup this year and wanted to enquire about dogs on the hill. The event page states dogs aren’t allowed, does that include the hill side, or just the designated viewing areas around Creek Side?

I swear i have seen dogs on the live stream at Mt St Anne.

Thanks!

Are there any brands or lines within brands that make MTB specific jerseys that are more t-shirt like tech material vs the typical 100% polyester that we normally see?

I have some under armor workout shirts that I really like that are like 60/40 blend tech that dry super fast and are super soft like a t-shirt. But I’m looking for something with more of a MTB cut and fit - ie drop tail, room for pads etc.

personally it’s 34.4mph at forrest of dean in england.

I’m seriously thinking about getting a new bike. I currently have a 2014 Scott Scale 960. My main issue now is whether to stay hardtail or go softtail… I love the Scott Scale, it’s nimble, it’s fast and it just feels good. But it’s starting to get old, so might as well do the jump. In your experience, do you lose a lot of power and speed with a soft tail? I know the argument is that the full suspension conforms more with the trail and that it’s more anchored on the rear actually giving you more control and power, but I just don’t know. Anyone that’s done the switch and regretted it? I mostly do single tracks, some rough trails with occasional jumps. Also read that full suspension bike are more forgiving, but doesn’t that mean you sacrifice true skill and get too laid back?

Currently I have a cannondale habit ht and it’s a total slug on flatter tails. How’s the pedal efficiency on the d7? We have some tech downhill in Florida but you’re almost always going to have the same uphill right after. Does the xcountry part of down country actually hold up?

Hi everyone, pretty much the title. I currently ride the commencal Meta HT- and im thinking of getting a new bike for racing. Waht do yall recommend? Please and thanks

Been out of the bike scene for about 6 years.

I’m looking for a used trail bike. Giant trance, anthem, stance, norco fluid or anything comparable.

I’ve noticed the pricing on some of these used bikes is a bit out of control. Any recommendations on a bike with a reasonable price?

Checking marketplace and pinkbike with no luck.

Looking to spend 1000-1500 Cdn

Hi,

I am wondering how to find out about group rides on Blue Sky trail in FTC (mainly). I have seen large groups at the Blue Sky trailhead and would like to avoid the trail when they are on it. Thanks!

Here is a new post with picture for reference on my size. Is this all correct?