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

  1. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:42 PM
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    Bigskyinminnie

    Bigskyinminnie Well-Known Member

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    Demo'd one awhile back and loved it. Wish it came in 29er but I might just have to take the plunge anyway. My Yeti SB4.5 is kinda small on the drops/jumps
     
  2. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:46 PM
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    You can probably use a socket that is the right size and punch to tap them out. Luckily, my bearings have held up over a couple of seasons. I would invest in a bearing extractor/press if I were you (to make sure the new bearings press in straight).
     
  3. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:47 PM
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    flipnidaho

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    Here is my other 1Up on my CA Taco.

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  4. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:47 PM
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    Thanks for advice. Probably does pay to just pick up the press tool or a vice.
     
  5. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:49 PM
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    In a pinch, you can cobble up a bearing press using the right sized washers and threaded rod and nuts (all purchased from a local hardware store)
     
  6. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:51 PM
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    Two!!! That's balling man! Nice set up. I have the blacked out one with a matte black Yeti. Matched the cement taco nicely!IMG_0119.jpg
     
  7. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:55 PM
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    Well, I actually have 3 Tacomas. My 01 TRD OR (I keep this truck in Boise, ID) is my favorite and yes, it also has a 1Up.

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  8. Aug 7, 2018 at 1:58 PM
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    I think it's time to approach 1UP about a sponsorship!!! Those Enve wheels are choice! Thinking about putting some Santa Cruz reserve 30mm on my full sus.
     
  9. Aug 7, 2018 at 2:05 PM
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    Good choice on the Reserves. I don't buy Enve rims anymore since tires are hella hard to pull off the bead. Not a big deal in the shop but definitely a pain in the behind when you're out in the wild and have to put a tube in.
     
  10. Aug 7, 2018 at 2:14 PM
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    that's good to know about the Enve rims. Nothing is worse than unseating fat tire wheels. I've resorted to standing on the sidewall to get em off and then without a compressor, super tough to get back on. Thankfully sealant has done me good most times.
     
  11. Aug 7, 2018 at 2:27 PM
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    Report on riding since picking up my Ripmo:
    4 trail rides. 1 park day. Over 75miles/120km of riding so far. This thing rips. Seriously. Coming from a Trek Remedy, the descending ability of this bike is definitely superior. The best part is it’s pedal chops are an improvement even more so. The 29er craze is no joke. I’m never looking back (not even 1.5” back).

    For a one bike setup, it’s hard to beat.
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  12. Aug 7, 2018 at 2:35 PM
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    How you like that XO drivetrain?
     
  13. Aug 7, 2018 at 3:48 PM
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    In the interests of my financial and marital well-being, I’d like to gently ask that there be no more positive reports on the Ripmo.

    Thanks.
     
  14. Aug 7, 2018 at 4:40 PM
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    damn funny.... N+1 brother!
     
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  15. Aug 7, 2018 at 4:40 PM
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    Eagle works great. I've done 40+ mile day and 8k feet on my 30lb bike using Eagle.
    Relatively easy to set up as well.
     
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  16. Aug 7, 2018 at 7:52 PM
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    What bike are you riding? That sounds like a hella fun day. My biggest day so far is about 26 miles (40km) / 9000 feet (2800m) but that was on my old remedy 8. Same day would be 2-5% better on the Ibis due to geometry and eagle drivetrain.
     
  17. Aug 7, 2018 at 8:00 PM
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    I'm either on an Evil Insurgent or a Calling on most of my rides. I run a 32T chainring for the Eagle.
     
  18. Aug 7, 2018 at 8:19 PM
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    I’ve never seen an EVIL bike up close. Always had me curious.

    Same here. 32T + 12speed eagle.
     
  19. Aug 8, 2018 at 2:46 AM
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    :thumbsup: Nite rides are great! It seems like your riding a new trail. I only use a light on my helmet you have to see where you want to go not where the bars pointing.
     
  20. Aug 8, 2018 at 6:17 AM
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    Jonny22r

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    Kings, Methods, blah blah blah
    I only use the light on my bars I used to use a head lamp but the serfas 1600 light is like a flood light so it lights everything where most head light are more of a spot light. Just my preference. But yeah night rights are rad no doubt.
     

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