Sluggo Posted August 13, 2019 Author Share Posted August 13, 2019 Here’s the profile from our ride. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sluggo Posted August 13, 2019 Author Share Posted August 13, 2019 If the boy did Monarch, he should be fine on the full SBT. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBaron Posted August 13, 2019 Share Posted August 13, 2019 8 hours ago, Sluggo said: If the boy did Monarch, he should be fine on the full SBT. Nope, that was just me and a buddy doing Monarch, that was "dad's trip" to CO. ;) Thanks for the info, it's helpful. I'm thinking of shuttling to Garcia Park. This will be day 1 for us and the next 2 days will be lift-serve at the resort. I'm thinking the DH runs will be the highlight of the trip...but I also want him to get a decent XC taste while we are out there too. [I need to keep his 'reality' in check, that shuttle runs are a treat in life, not the main course] He's a pretty competent rider, but he is young and has not been riding as much this summer. I think better safe that sorry is wise. Are you Sluggo on strava? I may look a little closer at your ride profile. Thanks again, CJB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBehrens Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Testing new setup to ditch the camelback.. Much nicer in the heat. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
June Bug Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 (edited) Is that a Revelate top tube bag? If so, much larger than my current Gas Tank. ETA: just checked the Revelate web site and they have the Mag-Tank 2000. Edited August 14, 2019 by June Bug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBehrens Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 June Bug, it is just the regular Mag-Tank. Wanted to make sure I had room for my IPhone and snacks inside, but not be too large. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidingAgain Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 How does it affect the bike balance and handling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anita Handle Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 On 7/19/2019 at 4:34 PM, MrTheCatLady said: Do gravel/dirt roads count? Sequoia National Forest, last week. Got in some riding on a camping trip. -cls Sequoia on a Sequoia? I love how literal this is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBehrens Posted August 16, 2019 Share Posted August 16, 2019 On 8/15/2019 at 12:20 PM, RidingAgain said: How does it affect the bike balance and handling? RA, having raced off-road dirt bikes for years, I notice the new CoG in the frame, but I actually like it better. I tend to ride off the seat, so my weight is transferred to pedals below the water weight. If you are a sit-down type rider, it will make more of a noticeable change. Really not a whole lot different than when I would ride with 2 large water-bottles in cages. New frame will only take 1 full size and 1 shorter, So I went a different root, and added extra storage for items out of the camel back. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted August 16, 2019 Share Posted August 16, 2019 Just got off the Colorado Trail a couple hours ago. The pic is the TOP of the last climb! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiantm3 Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 Wanted to play around with my camera in the garage so I took a few photos of my dirty bike after riding Spider and Brushy this past weekend. 2018 Transition Scout NX that I've been slowly upgrading over time. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4fun Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 9 hours ago, radiantm3 said: Wanted to play around with my camera in the garage so I took a few photos of my dirty bike after riding Spider and Brushy this past weekend. 2018 Transition Scout NX that I've been slowly upgrading over time. The bike is sweet but the garage is sweeter! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradtubgin Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 I'd hate to think what my bike would be called if that is what qualifies as dirty. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiantm3 Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 Just now, bradtubgin said: I'd hate to think what my bike would be called if that is what qualifies as dirty. I guess "dusty" would be the more apt term here. 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiantm3 Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 Also took my camera with me to Brushy this morning. (This will be my last photo spam of my bike for awhile) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 Great photos! I've never thought about riding up that ramp on Gnargasm until now! :D ..Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiantm3 Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 Just now, Albert said: Great photos! I've never thought about riding up that ramp on Gnargasm until now! 😄 ..Al Thanks! I rode down it. I thought about riding back up it, but the rocky slabs above seemed a bit too sketchy for me to climb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 4 minutes ago, radiantm3 said: Thanks! I rode down it. I thought about riding back up it, but the rocky slabs above seemed a bit too sketchy for me to climb. I'm generally more confident climbing than descending. It's a bit sketchy going down, and I haven't ridden it in a while. Not since I discovered the trail that sits above Gnargasm and heads back to Snow White--so I almost always ride that now after I complete Gnagasm, then drop back down to the bridge and ride that trail opposite Champion Park before heading over the dam. Your photos make me want to try riding up it, though! ..Al 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBaron Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 On 8/14/2019 at 11:45 AM, DBehrens said: Testing new setup to ditch the camelback.. Much nicer in the heat. Damon, I've got the same bike and rarely ride with a C-back. I usually use 2 bottle on the bike...and then one in my jersey pocket when hotter outside. The real reason, I'm posting this is that I'm considering putting in a water bottle mount on the bottom of the DT near the BB. This would give me 3 cage mounts. We could add them at the same time if your interested? Later, CJB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bestbike85 Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 On 8/19/2019 at 10:48 PM, radiantm3 said: Wanted to play around with my camera in the garage so I took a few photos of my dirty bike after riding Spider and Brushy this past weekend. 2018 Transition Scout NX that I've been slowly upgrading over time. Nice steed there. Question, how have you tinkered with the new X2? I just got one, and between LSC/HSC and LSR/HSR I’m just trying to figure it all out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiantm3 Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 17 hours ago, bestbike85 said: Nice steed there. Question, how have you tinkered with the new X2? I just got one, and between LSC/HSC and LSR/HSR I’m just trying to figure it all out. Yea I started with the base recommended settings and then started making 2 click adjustments of one setting at a time as I rode. But ended up at a point where it feels good enough and I just ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sluggo Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 bike related-91 Toyota at the shop yesterday. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntonioGG Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 I saw tons of Delicas in BC a couple of weeks ago. Pretty cool diesel vans. Some had snorkels all were setup for camping. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sluggo Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 1 hour ago, AntonioGG said: I saw tons of Delicas in BC a couple of weeks ago. Pretty cool diesel vans. Some had snorkels all were setup for camping. Oregon plates on this one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sluggo Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 After a ride at Spec’s a couple weeks ago. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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