Still here …
… just pinned with Work (capital W). When I get a chance:
– Update on the Valmont Bike Park in Boulder. Sick.
– Sweet singletrack at Buffalo Creek Mountain Bike Park.
– Various reader questions.
Stay tuned …
Heavy feet, light hands
A new reader of Mastering Mountain Bike Skills has found the key to great riding — and it’s opening up a whole new world of stoke.
F100 vs. TALAS for Yeti 4X?
Hi Lee,
I have a 2008 Yeti 4x which i need to buy a fork for. Im undecided between the fox rlc f100 series or a fox 32 rlc talas with the 100/120/140mm setting and 15mm axle. I want the bike to be my most verstile bike in my stable and be a good all rounder. I would use it for 4x, slalom and aggresive x-country with some light downhill as well. I figure i would use the 100mm setting the most on 4x and slalom and the 120mm on slalom also? and downhills? What’s your opinon?
Cheers Andrew.
Whiteface Pump Track Endurance Challenge
Wilmington, New York, is pretty far from Boulder, Colorado, but this event is gonna be awesome.
Open house for Valmont Park gravity trails
Preliminary plans will be unveiled at The Fix at 7 p..m this Friday. This is your chance to provide input. More details:
The joys of indoor training: Part 1 – Equipment
Hi Lee,
Thanks for the info reguarding weak hip flexors. I’ve started in on James’ DB combo workout too.
I am looking for some advice on a stationary trainer for intervals to complement my treadmill workouts for the winter. I’ve read about your recumbent on such a device, so I suspect you have an opinion on this.
I ride a GF HiFi Pro and have a RMountain Trailhead for commuting and easier trail riding. I have no racing aspirations, just like riding with a friend for exercise, conversation and fun.
Cheers Greg
Saved by sardines
Way back in the day, when our rides were both fast and long, I hit a horrible bonk, and I was rescued by an interesting character with very different taste in bikes.
The right tool for the job, Volume 129
Lee,
I absolutely love the feel of the demo. The slack angles and rear suspension feel perfect on the decents. However, the type of riding most available to me is more suited for an enduro sl or even a stumpjumper. The local trails here aren’t easily shuttled, and I’ve grown quite accustomed to getting out of the saddle and pedaling the demo up hill. I guess what I’m trying to get at is… I’m a one bike kind of guy. Is it worthwhile to have a bike like the demo when you’re doing mostly xc/all-mountain riding, or would it be more worthwhile to trade in my demo for something more practical?
Matt
Backyard dirt jump liability
Hey Lee,
I have a set of jumps that I built on my parents land behind their house. I built the jumps so that I could share them with the local kids and riders, who I have met riding my local skatepark. I am trying to promote and build a positive bike scene. The jumps are beginning to get popular and my parents have expressed concern about someone getting hurt. I know you are not a lawyer, but I need to know how I can protect my parents and myself from any lawsuits.
Also thanks for the advice on a DJ bike (20 vs 24 vs 26 for BMX riding) that I wrote to you about, I have the 09 Fit cruiser complete on order
Chris
Finding some peace on Highway 93
From the “Wrong Tools for the Job” file comes today’s ride. It was totally unexpected and un-extreme — but just what I needed.
What’s with the forks on the 2009 Enduro SLs?
People have been asking why the new Enduro SLs, except for the S-Works model, are using FOX 32 forks instead of last year’s Specialized E150. I got the answer from The Doctor himself, Brandon Sloan.
DH training with limited terrain
Lee,
I live in Mt. Airy, MD where there are no pump tracks or dirt jumps. I go Dh ing every sunday. I am planning on starting dh racing in the spring and summer. I just picked up some Kreitler rollers for fun. What can i do on the other days of the week to get prepared.
P.S. I am so jealous of all the places you guys have to ride.