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  1. thebbforever

    Problems with paddle on X9 shifter

    Yeah, if you are changing the cable make sure you take off the TOP bolt to take off the shifter housing to get at the cable. I have taken it all apart before and have gotten it back together but you need 8 hour day and have your emotions in check like a navy seal. Its torture...
  2. thebbforever

    Mercer County Park Conditions

    Rode mercer yesterday...trails are in the best shape i've seen them...hats off to the TM crew... Nows the time to go before the vegetation and thorns get out of control...
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    Hoping to ride this week

    The trails are horrific...at least a week ago...from the 27 parking lot went in about 100 feet and turned around...its really bad...
  4. thebbforever

    Conditions?

    I'm thinking the end of week...thoughts? anyone been out?
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    Any update on conditions?

    From a buddy of mine: "Oh, went to clayton yesterday. Big mistake. Park is a wreck. 100% mud the entire way + lots of snow and ice left. The entire whoop section was snow with iced over foot prints. Had to walk 90%of that section Sucked" The weather is just brutal...if its not...
  6. thebbforever

    Cutting carbon handlebars

    Carbon is a different beast than aluminum. Is a hacksaw acceptable? Any tips or suggestions is appreciated. Thanks.
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    Conditions?

    holy slippery today!!!
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    Conditions?

    yeah, the trail conditions were fantastic...best yet for the fall season!
  9. thebbforever

    Cassette gearing

    yeah, don't let those climbs mind fuck you... i know its easier said then done but a lot of times I have to remind myself in the heat of battle what i'm doing...am i gripping the handle bars too tight? am i positioned on the saddle properly...am I efficiently breathing and pedaling ...am I...
  10. thebbforever

    Hayes Stroker Trail (front)

    Have both the front and rear...used in excellent conditions...rotors and hardware too...exact same one in the picture.... PM if interested.
  11. thebbforever

    Rear Derailleur Cage Length

    i was just going to measure the chain length by going around my largest cog and my chain ring 34T and add 2 links? Does this change with the shorter derailleur?
  12. thebbforever

    Rear Derailleur Cage Length

    do you think a small cage would work or am I pushing my luck?
  13. thebbforever

    Rear Derailleur Cage Length

    Currently bent (ate) my long cage Sram X9 rear derailleur beyond repair. Since I run 1x9 i'm pretty sure i can go to a smaller derailleur length since i have to get a new one. Do I get a medium or small cage length? Drivetrain specs: 1. 34T chain ring 2. Cassette 11-34 3. full...
  14. thebbforever

    Tire Size: 26x2.1 vs. 26x2.25

    I'm trying to figure out the trade offs and/or benefits of a wider tire. For reference, I'm currently looking at the Schwalbe nobby nics in the wider 26x 2.25. We are talking 15/100 of an inch difference here. To put things in perspective: 1. Currently ride Nevegals 26x2.1 tubeless...
  15. thebbforever

    Can't go wrong with Sam Adams

    Their Octoberfest >>>>>>> all other sammy beers...its not even close
  16. thebbforever

    Carpenter for Hire

    Looks great! What is the sq.ft. cost of bamboo without installation?
  17. thebbforever

    Going Long and Hard.

    Jim does not fuck around :getsome:...thanks again! :)
  18. thebbforever

    Fork Service

    yeah, read about these guys in mbaction magazine. Have you used them before...any experiences to share...any idea on turn around? I'm probably dreaming, but I would like to have the fork serviced in a week's time frame. I still ride 3-4 times per week throughout the winter. Dare to...
  19. thebbforever

    Fork Service

    Its that time unfortunately. 2008 Fox 32 F100RL...its the original fork on my Giant Trance. I haven't done any kind of maintenance on the fork since I bought the bike. As of the last week, oil is leaking from the left seal/stanchion and I hear a creaking noise from the crown....maybe...
  20. thebbforever

    29er observation

    one of these days I'm gonna clip a squirrel or chipmunk...just a matter of time.
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