DanielC

So tragic. By all accounts he was the nicest guy, was always giving back to the community, and did a lot of coaching with kids teams, too. And, of course, was one of the best freeriders in the world. He'd made a big turnaround in the last few years.

I'll preface this by saying I have no first-hand knowledge of the situation whatsoever, but it's pretty well documented that Jordie had multiple severe concussions (including TKOs) through his career. I have to wonder if, because of that, what might have been a survivable head injury for some was fatal for him in this case. So sad.

Sold!

Trek Rumblefish Elite for sale in good condition, size M. $850 obo. 120mm of travel front and back. Alloy frame, custom build that's pretty much the pro model. I got the frame set in late 2012 and built it up in spring 2013. It's been well cared for since - one owner. A few scratches from use, rides great. Very well reviewed by all the mags and websites, and it's an excellent bike for around here.

See specs below. I've thoroughly enjoyed it but have another bike and don't ride the Rumblefish enough, so I'd like it to go to someone who will. Note that it doesn't come with pedals. Message me to set up a time/place to check it out.

Specs:

Frame: Trek Rumblefish Elite 120mm, size M
Fork: Fox Float 32 DRCV 120mm
Shock: Fox Factory DRCV Kashima, remote lockout on bars
Hubs: DT Swiss 350 (front 15x100mm, rear 12x142mm)
Rims: WTB i23 Team, set up tubeless
Tires: Schwalbe Hans Dampf - front is brand new, back has 90% tread
Sealant: Stans
Bars: Raceface alloy
Stem: Raceface 50mm
Grips: Oury (brand new)
Headset: FSA
Brakes: Shimano XT M8000 (brand new brake pads)
Rotors: Shimano (front 180mm, rear 160mm)
Shifters: Shimano XT M8000
Crank: Shimano 2x10
Bottom bracket: Shimano XT
Bash guard: Raceface
Front derailleur: Shimano SLX
Chain: Shimano
Rear derailleur: Shimano XT Shadow M8000
Cassette: Shimano SLX 10 spd
Seat post: Mars 100mm dropper, cable actuated
Seat post collar: Bontrager quick release
Saddle: SDG Fly, new bike takeoff

DM’d

Thought I’d pass this along - Suntour is running a fork demo program where they prep one of their top end forks for you and send it to your door, totally free. You ride it for 3 weeks and then send it back, they cover shipping. $100 refundable deposit is the only commitment (heard its double for Seth though).

I’ve heard really good things about these forks both from performance and maintenance standpoints, so I’m inclined to check this out. I have no affiliation with the company and haven’t tried the program, just thought it was cool. 

Program: https://www.srsuntour.us/pages/dtyd

review: https://nsmb.com/articles/try-it-home-sr-suntours-fork-demo-program/#article-comments

Fork sag is super hard to measure consistently and, from my experience and what I hear from lots of others including pros, pretty useless. When your fork feels good, it’s right. I’m usually at less pressure than the manufacturer’s recommendation.

As for the rear, most frames are designed for 25-30% sag, so measure that and once you’re close tune based on travel used, ride feel, etc. 

Compression, rebound, and volume spacers play a big role, so once you’re in the ballpark with air pressure move to those. 

Un drank is a fine word. And I promise, if I stumble across an IPA in such a state I will remedy the situation rather than bore this board with it. 

My work brings me into some interesting parts of town, and I saw this custom hardtail roll by in a very out-of-place context. Unfortunately it kept rolling and all I could grab was the make and model, but if it belongs to someone out there I may be able to at least give a little direction so it can find its way home. 

PM me. 

On 9/16/2018 at 8:10 AM, Chief said:

Another good technique is just looking down at your wheel and not at the top of the hill.

My dad always said keep your eyes on the front hub until things level out. 

I try to stay on the concrete strip right next to the curb on Beauford to avoid the texture. Sorta helps...

Though not long, Smokey Valley into the top of Ladera may win for steepest.