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Good street/dirt tires

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Hey Lee. I’m currently running the Maxxis HolyRoller tires that came with my street hardtail, but I’d like the bike to be able to corner on dirt and in grass as well as on the pavement. What tires would you recommend? I’m looking for something lightweight, low tread and fast rolling, but still able to carve it up offroad, even if things get a bit slimy. I’ve been recommended things like Larsens, but I was just wondering what all the options are, and what your always genius recommendation would be.
Thanks,
Alex

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41-pound Demo 9 !!!???!!!

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Lee-
I’ve seen mention of your Demo 9 that was in the low 40’s. Can you post some pictures of it and the parts spec?
What did you think of it?
Thanks
Scott

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First moto for MTBer

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Hey Lee,
I have finally decided that I want to get some sort of dirt bike but not sure what to get. I am 5’7″ and 135 lbs. and I have been riding bmx, slalom, mt cross and dh stuff for a long time (i am 37) but have never ridden a dirt bike. What I want most is a fun bike that is also reliable. I am not planning on doing big jumps or anything probably mostly more like trails and maybe some little table top jumps at most. Stuff at Metcalf and Hollister. I was thinking of a ttr125L, any ideas?
Thanks, Brian
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Ideal standover height and top tube length?

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Lee,

I have two questions about proper bike fit that, unfortunately, the first chapter of your book did not cover: (1) how important is standover height?; and (2) how do you determine the proper top-tube length?
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Advice for getting into journalism

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Hi Lee, first off, great work on the book. Thanks so much for putting together such a comprehensive read. I actually have a question for you that has nothing to do with bikes though: how did you break into the journalism field?
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Gearing for 4x/DS racing

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Hey, Lee.
First-Thank you and thank Brian for writing that book! It’s really made me a much better rider and racer.

Second: I’m getting ready for the 2007 4X racing season, and I’m thinking of changing my rear cassette from a MTB (11-32) to the road cassette (11-25), but I’m not sure why I’d do this, other than your book suggests this. I just want to make a good decision before I throw down the cash!

Thank you, Lee!
Bob

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Stumpy for big, aggressive guy?

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Hi Lee

Quite a while back I asked you about a bike for my bro who is 6’5 and 220 lbs. You reccomended an Enduro. Thing is we just located a used XL 05 Stumpy FSR Expert that is like brand new. My question is: will a 220 lb rider (fit not fat) who really charges sort of overload a Fox Septune rear shock and trailbike components?

May the BRAAAP be with you.

Mike

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Nano Raptor for pump track action?

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Hey Lee,
I’m looking for a good tire for pump track rig and it has to be from the WTB famly. Is the Nano 2.1 the ticket?
As a fellow mountain bike nut I do appreciate your site and insight for that matter. Its so refreshing to visit a positive place.
Marshall
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Global niches: Giant Reign XO

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Hey Lee,
glad to see you back on the web!!! Just a quick question, what do you think of the Giant Reign XO?????? And i see on there sight it is listed different in different countries, ie AM here and freeride in europe, thoughts???
Thanks man,
John

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Cannondale Rush for maintained trails?

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Lee,
It’s been a while since you wrote your review of the Cannondale Rush. Any comments and sitting on it for a while?

I must admit, it seems perfect at the moment. (I live in Holland and my riding is a combination of short(read weekend), highly maintained trails in Holland and week /long weekend rides in Belgium/France/UK.

Regards,
Alex
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Pump track dirt: Import or excavate?

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Lee…I noticed from your pics that your pump track is cut a ways down into your yard. Did you do that to save money on dirt? I was thinking about digging into my yard here in Oklahoma to save some money but I am afraid of water collection problems. Does your track collect water? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks for writing the ebook, it has been a great help.
Ray
OKC
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Dust-proofing a bike for Iraq duty

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hey Lee, just a quick one for ya.
I’m in the Army and am deploing to Iraq soon and plan on taking my wheels with me. I have a full suspension bike with a FOX TALAS fork in front and a FOX air shock in back. As you may or may not know it is very dusty over there. What is the best way that I can protect my ride and keep it running smooth? P.S. I plan on consructing myself a nice little pump track while im there. I send ya some pics.
Chris

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