Questions, comments and criticisms

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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What is this “pedaling circles?”

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Hey Lee,
I was just wondering if you could help me out with the term pedalling circles? I get the general concept but would like a few exercises to help me learn this technique. Also if it means anything I ride flats and mostly DH.
Brendan F.

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Specialized Brain vs. Triad shock for all-around kung fu

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Eric has been mashing a single speed hardtail, and he wants a rear shock that’ll let him keep mashing. I say get an all-around bike and smooth out your stroke.
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