circuitbreaker

And the Desert Sports T-shirt to boot. Very Nice.

You're in Sedona or Moab?

as long as you're good with orange or gray, Loam lever 20% off at REI with code GEARUP2020 https://www.rei.com/product/149673/pnw-components-loam-dropper-remote-lever

I went with these LED shop fixtures. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HDZYJ8M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

maybe try Cycle Progression. or there's always spider mountain.

Apparently its a $600 credit at local bike shops. not much bike. https://www.pinkbike.com/news/move-to-bentonville-and-get-a-free-mountain-bike-and-10000-cash.html?fbclid=IwAR1KiyKbUIEZYUwzEyTxxqDn-QcAHfSJNiY3wMkelfNMXiowPuwmInFQNII

if i were young and flexible, i'd take advantage of this offer and move up there for a year. They are targeting Remote Workers. Article: https://www.travelawaits.com/2558585/arkansas-offers-10k-and-bike-to-move-there/ Actual website: https://findingnwa.com/incentive/

i've ridden there a few times. not lately. i don't think the trails are ever closed. the Lake camping/picnic areas may be. the middle section is super fun, highly recommend, https://www.strava.com/activities/1601814238

Regarding the Hangover, it comes with a mount? and the mount will just stick on my helmet?

living the dream. Thanks for the updates!

i think you've answered most of you own questions. Reading some quick reviews, it sounds like the brakes will feel the same as XT. Just don't use the included resin pads. Maybe XT weighs less? so if you are inclined to same money go Deore. My OCD would not allow me to have mismatched calipers.

Thumper was riding great today. Thanks to whomever cleared all the trees! best its ever been... till the next storm.

Not really a fan of the Harley thing. However, the new Orbea Ride looks interesting. Its a bit of a tweener, and probably the first emtb i would actually consider purchasing, if i were in the market. First Ride: Orbea's Rise is a New Breed of eMTB

this is a bit crazy. i just think all the piles of parts looks neat. any enterprising souls out there? https://austin.craigslist.org/bid/d/richmond-must-sell-large-lot-of-ebikes/7221919145.html

you should keep it up. The straight steerer tube is a common issue for people looking to upgrade their fork, and something I wrestled with as long as 7 years ago.

Not sure i've ever owned a 25.4 diameter bar. Maybe on a kids bike. https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/ns-bikes-lick-riser-bars/rp-prod139640 https://www.jensonusa.com/Answer-Alumilite-Riser-Bar

worldwide actually has 7 options that should work for you: https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/collections/forks?page=1&rb_filter_metafield_3883f81773510aafb5af3051e677a186=Straight&rb_filter_metafield_e3340eefd1dde7c50e120732da26f0da=29"|29er&rb_filter_metafield_3c22d54491b063656b441887440c30fc=100 edit, so only the Judy Gold is actually in stock. if you are looking to spend a little less. here is an option on ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/RockShox-Recon-RL-Fork-29-100mm-SA-9QR-1-1-8-Disc-Remote-/284043901260?_trksid=p2349526.m4383.l4275.c10#viTabs_0

backflip out of manual? that seems like the sketchiest feeling i can imagine.

can't help you with Cedar Park, but if you live in Austin please vote for Prop B. and here are the Bike Austin Council Endorsements: https://www.bikeaustin.org/endorsements

i wouldn't think twice about buying a canyon, commencal, or yt. they seem to make great bikes. i also don't like to buy a bike without riding it first, so that can make things difficult with these brands. As far as immediate upgrades go, don't worry about it, unless its bothering you. Ride it till it brakes, then upgrade.

i didn't wear knee pads for 15 years, till i did my first enduro. Now, like a helmet, i feel a bit naked if i'm not wearing them on a trail ride. These a pretty comfy: https://www.pocsports.com/us/products/joint-vpd-air-knee/20440.html Also, i've never tried pads with plasticky bits in them. And i've never felt like i needed them. the VPD air feel like they give me the protection i need. And because they're comfortable, i wear them more often.

from the forum, i think @DBehrens has one.

not sure about the white tires, but everything else about that bike is glorious.

Hilarious and awesome. Nice work. I especially like your oh sh#t face @1:36.

that's cool, never tried a whole bike. i might go crazy trying to get all the bubbles out. my 5010 has tape on the downtube which mostly works, but i think still some chips get through. My carbon rims seem to take the worst beating. they are covered in scratches. followed by the BB area.