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Discussion in 'Sports, Hobbies & Interests' started by Gunshot-6A, Aug 10, 2016.

  1. Mar 2, 2021 at 8:40 AM
    str8edgMTBMXer

    str8edgMTBMXer Well-Known Member

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    I also agree that going up a size is better...and this sizing system reminds me a lot of how I size on BMX...basically TT length, CS length and BB height...everything else is adjustable
     
  2. Mar 2, 2021 at 9:43 AM
    whitedlite

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    I feel like the guy in the bottom middle. Not necessarily the small size, but more the “floating on top of the head” feeling lol. Just how helmets feel to me, kinda like flat billed hats.
     
  4. Mar 2, 2021 at 9:48 AM
    ginseng27

    ginseng27 who knows?

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    not enough.
  5. Mar 2, 2021 at 9:54 AM
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    my 2013 surly pugsley, bought it used from a guy who rode it from namibia to mozambique. since have changed out the 2x9 to 1x11 and given it more life!IMG_0319.jpg
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  6. Mar 2, 2021 at 9:58 AM
    whitedlite

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    same, I don’t feel super protected with the regular helmets. I’ve wrecked with it and been okay though.

    Wow, odd
     
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  7. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:04 AM
    Gunshot-6A

    Gunshot-6A [OP] Prime Beef

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  8. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:06 AM
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    I feel protected, I just feel stupid lol.
     
  9. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:10 AM
    ginseng27

    ginseng27 who knows?

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    not enough.
    just some more jerries!
     
  10. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:18 AM
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    whitedlite

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  12. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:42 AM
    honda50r

    honda50r Not a Mallcrawler

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    TTC trails are no joke. Glad to see a lot of fast guys showed up at that race.

    Moreso TN National March 11 at Windrock should be loaded this year as guys have been training all 2020.
     
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  14. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:46 AM
    whitedlite

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    I want to go there, but had to work this past weekend. GNR is growing. They have a race at Bailey’s and Kanuga this year. That’s a hell of a drive compared to last years schedule.
     
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    Absolutely. The wheelbase is mainly a factor when looking at an enduro/downhill bike. It also gives a decent indication of how a trail bike might handle the tight, twisty stuff (especially if it's on the longer end).

    BB height isn't ever a deal-breaker for me, but it's good to know the number if you prefer a specific crank arm length. Definitely not a true frame-size decider. Just something I personally pay attention to.
     
  16. Mar 2, 2021 at 10:49 AM
    honda50r

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    You should. Hopefully their stuff is ran better than Third Coast Enduro.

    Raced a season on that circuit and it is not executed well. In general there are big opportunities on the promoting side of things - if I wasn't spread so thin already I would give it a shot...
     
  17. Mar 2, 2021 at 11:32 AM
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    i have a strap on my snowboard, a leash, that i leave connected to both my bindings when im carrying it. i throw the strap over my shoulder and i feel super cool walking around with it like that rather than in my hand like some pleb
     
  18. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:26 PM
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    I ski at Alta (skiers only) so I don't have to associate with snowboarder filth and peasantry at all :rofl:




    Joke for you guys:

    3 snowboards are in a car; who's driving?

    The police :D
     
  19. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:32 PM
    cartter469

    cartter469 Professional Idiot

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    Skiing looks like fun, but doc limited me to snowboarding. Said he thought Skiing would tear up my knees even more. In your guys experience what puts more strain on the knees? I want to try skiing someday but I may just stick to snowboarding to avoid a knee replacement at 35 lol. Its in my future for sure just a matter of when.
     
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  20. Mar 2, 2021 at 12:34 PM
    backcountryj

    backcountryj Pending Approval

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    Skiing. Without question. Both can result in knee injury, but if you had to quantify one over the other...skiing is more badderer
     

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