Docscotty

Just can't imagine going back after riding with a dropper for the last 5 years. Some rides, I rarely use it. Other rides, I drop that thing often. Just depends on the terrain, the conditions, the speed, the vibe.......or any combination of those. Don't even think about it anymore. Whenever I need it, push a button and it's there. Just like my Eagle chainring. Mountain biking should be fun and my dropper makes it more fun for me. It's easy to admit that many riders on this forum are stronger and more skilled than I am. Perhaps they are able to stay well centered over the bottom bracket when railing a corner, hucking a drop or descending multiple ledges at speed and ride out of those situations in a perfectly balanced position ready for the next obstacle without a dropper post. I can't. The very first time I used one, it made so much sense. Never looked back.

I bought a new Yeti 5.5 from BSS a few months ago. Ernest Borgniner works at the Lamar store and took extremely good care of me throughout the whole experience. Set up a demo, helped me spec it out, dialed it in, even helped me sell the stock aluminum wheels that I switched out for better hubs and carbon rims. And the love kept coming post-sale. Bike was 2 weeks old and I kicked up a loose jagged rock at Emma that damaged my front carbon rim. They set me up on the same wheel for a loaner and convinced Trek to do a full warranty replacement. Can’t say enough how satisfied I am with their level of service. These Yeti bikes are expensive for sure, but dayum...they pay it back. I still love my Santa Cruz Tallboy XTC but this Yeti makes everything seem easier. Climbs much better, descends like a beast and handles hucks like butter. Definitely the right bike for me. The only way to find out if it’s right for you is to go ride one.

MOJO is Dead..........Long Live R&I !!!!!