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Plastic vs. metal pedals


Lee,

I have recently given up clipless after realizing that I can manage the same speed while having more fun on flats. So, I was looking for some new flats at my local bike shop when I noticed that specialized is now selling p.bikes with plastic pedals. Supposedly they are popular with bmxers because they do not leave nasty shin scars. I just find it hard to believe they grip very well. Any thoughts?

Joshua

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Superior Bike Park build: Day 3


The pump track got shaped and packed today. After a bit of watering and packing tomorrow, it should be ready to ride.

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Superior Bike Park build: Day 2


Lots more progress today. Looks like we’ll be flow-testing soon.

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Superior Bike Park build: Day 1


Today was our first real day putting shovels to dirt. The day was cold but fruitful.

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First ride: Specialized Butcher DH tires


I’ve done an interview about and a ride on Specialized’s answer to the Minion DHF.

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Dialing it down to 8


Fun hike/DH session today at Left Hand Canyon with Young Skywalker.

Featuring: Finding your optimal arousal level.

Plus: Bike vs moto AND first ride on Specialized Butcher tires!

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Superior Bike Park: We have dirt piles


By the end of today, dirt for the expert lines was placed. On Monday we’ll place the beginner features and start shaping.

Superior, CO should have a fully rocking bike park by March 20.

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Fast guys ripping S-Works Enduros

Brandan Fairclough, Curtis Keene and Brad Benedict rock S-Works Enduros in the loamy lovenest that is Santa Cruz.

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Superior Bike Park: Driving stakes

Today Farid and I marked terrain at the Superior Bike Park. Tomorrow the loader places dirt. On Monday the all-star crew — including Jerad Fischer and Nick Simcik — starts strategic shaping.

Big volunteer dig days March 12-13 and 19-20. The park should be done and fully rideable by March 20.

Stay tuned. Braaap!

Kukum Pump Track, Solomon Islands


The Pump Track Nation is rolling strong in Honiara, Capital Territory, Solomon Islands.

Check out this awesome community project.

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Rolling the Captain

I’ve been rolling Captain America around my hilly neighborhood for hilly pavement and dirt adventures. Quick tire/stem/saddle/climb update:

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