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59 minutes ago, Seths Pool said:

Hey everyone, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but this is not a joke- 

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Spider Mountain
Onsite source said. LCRA showed up and construction on lift has been shut down. Sources say that they will most likely postpone the opening of Dec 21st. Would be good idea to confirm opening date before making travel plans.
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Side note- I am working with a few people to come up with alternative solutions for opening day for the riders in our community.

I guess someone forgot to pull the correct permits or grease the right palms...

What is the status of parking at the HoL entrance. Did the regulations wind up passing and if so anyone know exactly what they are?

45 minutes ago, mack_turtle said:

That might be it. Where was that? My knowledge of Austin geography in 2003 is useless now. Liberty Hill? I think I recall driving for a while to get there.

Yep it was up in Liberty Hill. I used to live in the Georgetown area and I was there pretty much every weekend for years.

26 minutes ago, mack_turtle said:

Anyone remember the name of an indoor skatepark in Austin 10-15 years ago? I recall visiting on in the summer of 03 but can't remember where it was.

I'd certainly session an indoor bike park when it's 104 out.

I still think that some rideable terrain under a highway overpass would be fun of it stays somewhat dry. I can think of a few spots...

I used to go to Ramp Ranch, but not sure if that was the one you were thinking of.

1 hour ago, CBaron said:

I'm in North Austin extremely close to WC (Parmer & Metric).  Where are you located?

Thanks -CJB

620 and Lakecreek. What are the dimensions? I may be able to squeeze them in my wifes suv.

43 minutes ago, CBaron said:

Speaking of garage remodels...

I've been doing just that in my current garage.  Last week I removed these cabinets and would happily give them away to someone who could use them.  In my garage they were built-in and had a nice thick plywood top (which I'm keeping).  

Any takers?

Thanks, -Cody

512-6nine4-one3one9

codyjbaronATgmail.com

Where in austin are you? I want them for my shop, but would have to figure out how to get them home.

17 hours ago, mack_turtle said:

I park two cars in my garage. How novel! That leave little room for tools and bike stuff. All that might have to move indoors because I am not leaving my car out for the vandals and theives. 

Your supposed to put cars in a garage? 

4 minutes ago, Teamsloan said:

Great front tire, but you have to be comfortable leaning the bike over.

Joking aside I hear that the larger/newer sizes are actually a really nice tire. I may have to stop hating on them so much and try out a pair...not sure it is worth another injury though.

The real question though is how does everyone feel about Ardents?

1 hour ago, Teamsloan said:

FYI, if you decide to service the fork yourself get one of these to help press in the new dust wiper seals. It makes it way easier.

Fork Wiper Seal Installation Press Tool

I just use an old vitamin bottle, but to each their own. This looks way easier though.

2 hours ago, Seths Pool said:

Hey there, thanks for the interest! but CBaron was correct, Cat mountain is not beginner friendly. 

Its barely even intermediate friendly.

8 minutes ago, tomreece said:

What does the bike setup process look like once it arrives to my door?
If I buy online, can I assemble myself with only basic tools and basic knowledge
or do I buy online and then take it into a shop for a tuning?

I have purchased a few bikes online. The usual assembly that you have to do is basically put the bars, wheels and derailleur on the bike. Pretty minimal setup.

4 minutes ago, Ridenfool said:

It could be the decorative item by the grinder in the earlier photo may play a key part in the storage/organization strategies being applied.

I have similar decorative items available to me in my shop and I would say it makes me more apt to organize things.

5 minutes ago, JRA said:

 

I am having an anxiety attack just looking at this image. I think you might need some storage/organization solutions

Is there a rules section that I am missing? I.E. not posting about illegal trails. Seen a couple mentioned now on here and it would be good to have a reminder for those that forget.

3 hours ago, McRibs said:

no way. i went and looked yesterday and every trail i looked at had mud within a minute on trail. Not good to just walk around either because that widens the trails footprint. XXXXXX 

Dont post that stuff here man. Fight club.

1 hour ago, AustinBike said:

grab it with my crotch (the anti-trump move)

Or the ultimate one?

4 minutes ago, mack_turtle said:

yeah, i want to try some of those boney headsets. any particular recommendation? I did have more fun with some music pumping in my head some days, but I can't find an earbud that stays in my ear but does not block out sound from outside.

I got the this pair just to give them a shot and really like them alot. They stay on my head well and the sound quality is decent. If you like music with heavier bass you do have to get used to feeling it as much as your hear it, but otherwise I have no complaints. I did get these half off to review them so I would say that they are perfect for 25, but if would spend a bit more to get a nicer pair if you are paying full price. I have tried some of the more expensive pairs and they hug your face a little tighter so the sound transfer is a bit better.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DL5PLP5/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here is the link for the coupon I used for half off in case you are interested in reviewing for a discount as well.

https://www.vipon.com/product/5219818-NEWEST-2018-Bluetooth-Bone-Conduction-Aiprov-Wireless-Bone?ref=ss_5219818_0_title

28 minutes ago, mack_turtle said:

sorry, but the plain and simple objective fact is that riding trails with headphones makes you a doofus. I have come to that conclusion based on my own experience as a doofus and a rigorously scientific sample pool of dozens of encounters with beheadphoned doofi.

Not arguing that fact, but if I am going to be a doofus I might as well do it safely and respectfully.

Just now, notyal said:

Mucky Nutz. Best $12 bike accessory you'll ever buy. Now you can shred muddy trails like a pro. 

(Joking about shredding muddy trails. Serious about the fender.)

Maybe not for muddy trails, but it will help with the little rocks that get everywhere even when dry.

PSA for all of those who wear earbuds. Do yourself and every other trail user a favor and get some of the bone conduction headphones. They are amazing. You can hear your music very well and they minimally impact your other auditory functions. I got a pair about a month ago and they are amazing. I only use them when riding alone, but I can still hear everything that is going on around me perfectly.

27 minutes ago, AntonioGG said:

Some hubs have the option of just replacing the axle for a thru axle.  You may not have to re-lace.

Yeah...I briefly looked, but have not found anything yet for this hub. It is a formula hub not one of the nicer brands that would have that as an option.

On 10/5/2018 at 3:30 PM, Shinerider said:

Pretty cheap option

https://austin.craigslist.org/bop/d/wtb-scraper-40i-275-mountain/6694733801.html

and pair with

https://austin.craigslist.org/bop/d/specialized-275-plus-size-28/6692160833.html

You're off and running cheap.

Yeah saw these and got ready to email, but then I noticed quick release...

Edit: Decide to email anyhow. That is a great price for a just the rims even. Ill just re-lace the rear hub. Maybe even a single speed specific one. That would be sweet. Thanks for renewing my interest in these and making me look at them again.

1 minute ago, throet said:

GBMN and Sam Pilgrim are making them seem cool

Which is expected considering they are getting paid to do so. Plus even the guys repping them look like douche bags. I get that it is supposed to be gimmicky, but this guys attitude is exactly the person I would expect on one of these things just with a bigger gut...

3 minutes ago, mack_turtle said:

FFS, are e-mtbs allowed on Brushy Creek? What would it take to get authorities on board with banning e-mtbs on every trail? Sorry BSS, I know you want to sell those Specialized motorbikes, but NO!

I cant imagine they are allowed. I wish shops would stop selling them to all these guys knowing there is nowhere to ride them. Just tell them to learn how to pedal a bike...they will get rid of their gut that is prohibiting them from properly riding a bike in the first place.