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Man, I wish the RCs weren't so fucking skinny lasted. I ordered and tried on a pair of Powerlines but they felt about 1/4 size small, and too narrow. My Impact Pros are only like 6 months old and I'm looking to replace them because my pins have worn big enough holes in the rubber that my feet are coming off. I've got a set of Shimano GR901s on backorder to see if they fit any better. Otherwise maybe I'll try the TNTs sized up and run the laces looser.Quote:
Originally Posted by grinch
My GF has been complaining about numb toes with her 5.10 Freerider Contacts. It might be time to shop around for a different pair.
I haven't tried the GR901s, but the AM9s have a much wider toe box than the Powerline (or the Transition). They're more similar through the mid foot and heel.Quote:
Originally Posted by Andeh
Good to know. My issue is actually mostly in the midfoot, but I do prefer to let the piggies spread out too. One of my buddies who also likes Impact Pros for width said he's found Shimanos to fit well in the past, which is why I'm going to give them a shot.Quote:
Originally Posted by HAB
To be fair, the ergonomics of the OneUp lever sucks balls IMO and it also has a well documented history of exploding.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dantheman
Yeah...Quote:
Originally Posted by Boissal
True about the simplicity of their task yet many if not most of them can barely do that, feel like shit, and seem to fail on the regular. I run the Wolf tooth light action on all my bikes and it's worth the price IMO. The knockoff looks decent but seems to be modeled after the regular one, not the light action. Big difference for me not so much for the 'light action' but the longer lever on it means the angle of the paddle doesn't change as much so your thumb is less likely to slip off and it just feels better. No experience with it personally but I'd be a little concerned about the quality and reliability of the knockoff. Not something you want failing out on the trail.Quote:
Originally Posted by El Chupacabra
It's worth noting that China's trade practices are really hurting American businesses and jobs at a macro level. I'm as guilty as the next guy of buying cheap chinese shit, even knock offs of American brands but it's on my mind when shopping online and I'm trying to reduce it personally. In the case of the possibly overpriced Wolftooth lever, as noted above, I think it's well worth the money and I like supporting the brand. As mountain bikers we spend the cost of a reliable car for many on toys for rolling around in the woods, we're not hurting financially like many. I like a deal as much as anyone but we can generally afford to pay a little more to support an American brand we like.
I did not know that.Quote:
Originally Posted by beaterdit
Just the old plastic one. I think the newer aluminum one is fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dantheman
the PNW puget 1x is $30 and looks functionally very similar to those other wolf / etc fancy ones + is in stock. works fine for me, though idk what to compare it to but it has a barrel adjuster, cable attaches to the thumb lever, and so on
I had the same problem with my Freerider Contacts. The toe box was a little too narrow for my fat forefoot. Eventually my fat foot stretched them out enough so I no longer have any numbness issues.Quote:
Originally Posted by evasive_MT
You too? Ha! Mine are finally broke in and the soles are shot.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kopi_Red
So beefy, especially next to the FOX34 it's replacing...
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I like 5tens and have been in them for rhe last few pairs. The rc does fit me better though. I think the older 5ten tread lasted a little longer but no where near as well as the rc's. Lots of flat pedal shoe options rhese days. Shumano were always comfy. I wonder how new leatt shoe fits. All their stuff seems to be focused on the detailsQuote:
Originally Posted by Andeh
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The soles on mine are so chewed up tou can now see the insoles on my right foot. Since I'm going to be off the bike for the next few months, I've got time to find a sale on some new 5tens.Quote:
Originally Posted by NW_SKIER
Busted my M7000 SLX 11-speed shifter in multiple crashes over this season. Got the 7100 12-speed shifter today and installed it on my 11-speed SLX drivetrain (same cable pull, 12th gear just limited out). Even at the same SLX level, the 12-speed stuff is so much nicer, tighter, higher quality than the 11-speed stuff. I'm excited to eventually upgrade the whole drivetrain to XT/SLX 12.
After leaving my glasses on a rock I was in the market for some new cycling glasses. I like photochromic lenses as I can keep them on all day in and out of forest etc. I couldn’t swallow the cost of a pair of Smith or Oakley glasses so I went with some ‘Rockbros’ off amazon. Literally 1/5th the cost of Smiths.
I’m actually pretty impressed with them. The sit on my sweetly nose without sliding down and have an unobstructed view. Time will time if they last but so far so good!
Yeah, me too. I will add that I like supporting any of those crazy Canuck companies too.Quote:
Originally Posted by beaterdit
Also, a lot of items are most likely based on ABC or demand pricing.
Freeriders are narrower with softer soles. Switch to the Impacts if you want a wider shoe with better support. It’ll take one ride to adapt to the different feel.
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Thirded. I went up a half size in my Freerider Pros to deal with my pinky toe going numb and no more issues now. The Pros are much stiffer than the Contacts so I'd recommend giving them a try if the Contact is too flexy.Quote:
Originally Posted by NW_SKIER
Ryders has good photochromic lenses, and they go on sale fairly often.Quote:
Originally Posted by xyz
I drove from Spokane to Missoula in a pouring rainstorm last summer and kept mine on the whole way- I had better vision with them than without. They look goofy, though.
Got a new pair of Freerider Pros in the spring. Sole is starting to wear through at the pin spots. Had issues with toes and switched to Superfeet insoles and it's been much better. Just put some RC Hellions on order for when the Freeriders crap the bed which I'm betting will be in the fall. Used to get 4-5 seasons out of Impacts but went with Pros to try something new. Hopefully the RC's are cool.
Ive been quite happy with julbo photochromics but theyre not cheap. Im kind of wearing them out after a few years though. Do you have a link for the glasses you found?Quote:
Originally Posted by xyz
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I just got some oakley jawbreakers with the photochromic lens. I wish it got darker in bring sunlight but on trails in the forest and in the evening and even at night they're great. Pretty sure I would not buy them for msrp though.
Tifosi has some for like $80.
How quickly do they change tint? Looking at Smiths
Tifosi are probabl good quality. Finding the right fit with sunglasses can be difficult with online ordering.
My julbos change fairly quick. Once in the trees im good for the day usually. I wouldnt mind a lighter tint for after supper rides. Theyre too dark the last couple hours of daylight. Great for skiing
POC's new photochromics are supposed to change instantly. Havent tried them and theyre probably $$$
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I was referrring to the original composite one, hadn't seen that they re-did it in alloy. I'm sure the durability is improved. Their design concept makes sense on paper but I don't like the ergonomics of the remote at all. Short, stubby paddle with a tighter radius than most. Love their V1 post though, Have it on two bikes. I'm sure the V2 is even better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dantheman
I had the Smiths and loved them. Nice light tint when they weren't activated, even in the open on cloudy days. They didn't change super quick though, like 30 seconds IIRC. I still prefer clear anymore. Better for rapidly alternating sun/shadow in forests, and obviously low light. Plus I'm a prescription guy these days. Smith rocks in that dept but no photochromic.Quote:
Originally Posted by ticketchecker
got a proper mtb helmet (instead of my bike rated skiing helmet that I have been using) and while they look stupid af, those visors are pretty nice eh
New DPS Evol Factory shock to replace my clapped out CTD. I’m a total shock JONG but I set it up according to the manual and it’s like a new bike. Took it for a ride on my usual trails and set two PRs (one up, one down) despite the blown out conditions.
Just built my first wheel
DT 350 Boost rear hub
Sapim Race 2.0/1/8 with DT Swiss Brass nipples 3x lacing
Carbon Chinese rim- 34mm inner
Went together great! Trued up really close, brought it to my LBS for the final tension and true, but I got it well within 1mm laterally and vertically with pretty even spoke tension. It's addicting, I just want to keep building them.
https://i.imgur.com/o3i2GLt.jpg
Upgraded the littlest groms bike to 1x11 XO with an oval ring. Shifts so much better!
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Chain was at .75 on the checker so got a new shimano,
gona keep using wax so i gotta wash it in solvent
greased the Infinity link which I do once a year
New Enduro seal kit & new wipers in the Fox 36
Chromag BZA stem for my Chromag Stylus.... just need a new bar and I can’t find any locally which I know isn’t a shock
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Bought some time ago, I finally recovered enough dexterity and hand strength to complete the build. The key was a genius trick found on youtube to set recalcitrant tubeless tires, I managed to do it one handed:
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2020 Orbea Occam M10, pretty much stock except for an Absolute Black oval rings, 54t ratchet upgrade in the DT350 hub, DHF/Dissector combo, el cheapo foam grips, some silly Wolftooth bling, and a big old Manitou Mezzer to replace the FOX34 that came stock.
It needs some bar plugs and I may replace the dropper with a Oneup to get a bit more travel.
We're now a dual Occam household, Ms Boissal is loving hers so I have high hopes for this beast.
When can you get out for a rip Boissal?
6 week follow-up with ortho on Thursday, I'm hoping I'll be allowed to get out of the brace and start rehab right away, probably another month until I can ride. I think there's not much that is worse for a wrist that MTBing, maybe tennis?Quote:
Originally Posted by John_B
I'm gonna have to un-retire from climbing I think, I'm going crazy and obsessively cleaning Ms Boissal's bike every time she gets back from a ride is bad for my mind!
Nice, I have an older Occam TR. Not great on the chunk downhills, but I need to dial in my suspension and yours looks quite different than mine anyways. I love mine overall, and have a Reign with a coil rear for heavy duty usage, and frickin' love the Orbea on the uphills.
Rallon intrigues me though!
Rallon apparently climbs just about as well as the Occam and is a wildebeast on the down. The only reason I stayed away is that I don't want to give myself more reasons to go real fast and crash super hard. Sticking to 140mm travel seemed a bit wiser, my Primer felt dangerously fast at 140/130 and I'm not smart enough not to ride as fast as I can. I also ride a fair amount of dumb stuff that requires extensive bike carrying and the few lbs increase for the Rallon would be noticeable. A large Occam with the big fork is right around 30.5 lbs, the medium Ms Boissal rides with the stock fork is 29 on the nose. I know, who weighs their bike... I do, I weigh all the things.Quote:
Originally Posted by muted
Huh, mine probably weighs 25 pounds.
https://www.amazon.ca/RockBros-Photo.../dp/B07BK445JCQuote:
Originally Posted by grinch
Please share the YouTube link if you can find it, I love learning new techniques.Quote:
Originally Posted by Boissal
(Heh)
The Occam has undergone the standard trail bike treatment of the past few years (longer slacker beefier), going from lean-and-mean XC oriented 120ish travel to full-on trail hog with more travel, piggy back shock, beefier everything. It think the Oiz is much closer to the Occam TR these days...Quote:
Originally Posted by muted
See here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tE3h4nmDdOoQuote:
Originally Posted by rideit
Basically you start with the tire in the center groove of the rim then set the bead on about 1/2 of the tire on each side with a tire lever. It took me a minute to do for a dry mount too (no sealant, no soapy water) and I didn't need to get my HR to 150 like the guy in the video, I think I could have made it work with a hand pump.
I've had good luck in the past inflating a tire sitting in the center groove with a foot pump but this set was not having any of it despite my best efforts.