JonnnScott
Pebble Pounder
Here is mine. I know I know its a 29'er but im a big ass dude (6'3" 280lbs) so it works. I need to get back into shape and ride more.
Specialized hardrock.
Specialized hardrock.
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Official MTB / Mountain Biking Chit Chat
- Thread starter Brandon
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Sorry for the late reply to this. Was that a marked trail loop or did you just pedal around just to see where different trails went? It looks like a great ride either way!
Is that calorie counter accurate? Only 500-ish calories to ride all of that?? Good gawd, the wings I ate today should give me enough energy to pedal half a century ride on a mountain bike. :mrgreen:
JeremyH
I wanna be Dave
Sorry for the late reply to this. Was that a marked trail loop or did you just pedal around just to see where different trails went? It looks like a great ride either way!
Is that calorie counter accurate? Only 500-ish calories to ride all of that?? Good gawd, the wings I ate today should give me enough energy to pedal half a century ride on a mountain bike. :mrgreen:
It wasn't a loop, it is a greenbelt. I could have made it a ride in/ride out, but I felt like taking roads back. I wish I wouldn't have chosen a freeway access road though. I rode around a bit before I found the trailhead though...:ror:
I rode it from south to north later on that week and took another cool pic, just need to load it to photobucket....it's too big for RCC.
I'm not sure if that calorie counter is correct or not. I did enter correct info (tire OD and body weight) to try and make it as correct as possible.
OTHGbronco82
RCC Addict
Mountain Bike Ride Profile | Morning Ride near La Verne | Times and Records | Strava
Went for a ride yesterday with my friend to go do some exploring. Also tested out my new bike hauler. Custom made harbor freight goodness.:mrgreen:
Went for a ride yesterday with my friend to go do some exploring. Also tested out my new bike hauler. Custom made harbor freight goodness.:mrgreen:
JeremyH
I wanna be Dave
"thumbsup" Could you elaborate on the "green belt"? Not too sure what that is.
JeremyH
I wanna be Dave
Just an undeveloped strip of land that has bike/walk trails through it. The trails in that park are not easy by any means.....even on foot. It is pretty common to see people climbing and rappelling from the rocks there.
Thank God we have some of the best greenbelt trails I've seen anywhere, they are good for MTB and road bike rides! "thumbsup""thumbsup""thumbsup" I was going to ride road last night but ended up replacing my chain, cassette, and adjusting derailler just before the ride. Then I was going to put the lights on and ride, then said screw it, I'm in wrenching mode, washed my MTB shoes and SS 29er...they were both overdue and had poison oak on them. Next up is SS axles, bottom bracket, and headset clean and re-lube!
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RiceBurner
Quarry Creeper
Bump! Ok, survived Tall Oaks Challenge 6hr Endurance race. Finished 7th out of 14 in solo male. Awesome fast flowy trail. Did 6 laps of 8 miles in 6:05:14. Took a 30 minute break after 3rd lap, to wash some of the mud off, as it had rained halfway through second lap. Planned on taking a break anyway, never done a race longer than 3hr. My fast lap was 48min, fast guys were doing 40min.
Just thought I would share this SRAM flick.. It's rather inspirational and a hell of a sales pitch in my opinion! "thumbsup"
<iframe width='500' height='281' src='http://www.pinkbike.com/v/embed/374144/?colors=c80000' allowfullscreen frameborder='0'></iframe>
<iframe width='500' height='281' src='http://www.pinkbike.com/v/embed/374144/?colors=c80000' allowfullscreen frameborder='0'></iframe>
rockhugger
RCC Addict
Finally a proper fork. "thumbsup"
hpiguy
Rock Crawler
Alright, I need some advice. I'm thinking very seriously about picking up a Nashbar SS while they're on sale with free shipping. $400 right now shipped for free. Thoughts?
Nashbar Bee's Knees Single-Speed 650B/27.5" Mountain Bike - Single-Speed & Fixed Gear Bikes
Nashbar Bee's Knees Single-Speed 650B/27.5" Mountain Bike - Single-Speed & Fixed Gear Bikes
Do eet! Dooo eeeeeet now! You'll love it, I love my Nashbar SS 29er...I'd buy one of the two if I were you and they have a great sale like that! Only bummer is all they have is 15" frame in stock atm....call them to check unless that size fits you.
I signed up for thier email and get 20% off coupons frequently. "thumbsup""thumbsup""thumbsup"
SS is zen. 8)
EDIT: If you're 6' or there abouts, a 29er is prolly better for you especially in rigid SS.
hpiguy
Rock Crawler
Thanks Nate! They have my size (21) in the 650b SS, and I've been wanting to give 650b a try anyway so at that price why not. I'll most likely order one, and some wider bars and give the SS thing a try. Plenty of stuff here is doable on a SS, plus it would give me a second MTB if a friend wanted to try it out. At least that's my excuse, damn N + 1 rule. 
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rockhugger
RCC Addict
The Bees Knees is pretty schweet. I'm not trying to sway you either way if your set on the 650, but... I will say I have to agree with the over 6ft tall comment and 29'er. Nates Nashbar SS 29'er fits him very well, and he is 6'3 iirc. The wheel size seems very appropriate for his body height when viewed riding down the trail.
I don't own one yet, but some other key notes that I've been very impressed with are on the build quality, fit and finish:
- Overall build, welds are clean and smooth
- Nice spec out of the box, my only change out is to BB7's
- Good tires, good chain, cranks, bars and stem, even the grips are good.
- A biggy for me, Tapered head tube and fork, which I think is a good thing on a rigid front end. I see my standard 1-1/8 SE front end deflect a lot under load.
- Like every out of box bike I build for friends, I recommend going through everything that has a bearing and giving it your special love and adjustments. Drop the wheels off at the shop (after you repack the bearings) to have them touched up, and evenly tensioned for longer life. Drop the fork out and and repack the headset. The BB should be sealed so nothing to do there. "thumbsup""thumbsup"
I will also note, His bike seems faster than mine even though we've counted the gearing and it is the same.
I know the argument about 29'ers just being ridden like bulldozers has come up, but it's all up to the rider, and the same bulldozer image comes up when I think of a 26" Dual Boinger MTB.
I don't own one yet, but some other key notes that I've been very impressed with are on the build quality, fit and finish:
- Overall build, welds are clean and smooth
- Nice spec out of the box, my only change out is to BB7's
- Good tires, good chain, cranks, bars and stem, even the grips are good.
- A biggy for me, Tapered head tube and fork, which I think is a good thing on a rigid front end. I see my standard 1-1/8 SE front end deflect a lot under load.
- Like every out of box bike I build for friends, I recommend going through everything that has a bearing and giving it your special love and adjustments. Drop the wheels off at the shop (after you repack the bearings) to have them touched up, and evenly tensioned for longer life. Drop the fork out and and repack the headset. The BB should be sealed so nothing to do there. "thumbsup""thumbsup"
I will also note, His bike seems faster than mine even though we've counted the gearing and it is the same.
I know the argument about 29'ers just being ridden like bulldozers has come up, but it's all up to the rider, and the same bulldozer image comes up when I think of a 26" Dual Boinger MTB.
rockhugger
RCC Addict
I'd order a bike today if I had the money. Here's a 20% coupon.
Bikes, Cycling Clothing, Bike Parts & Cycling Gear: Bike Discounts & Deals from Nashbar
Bikes, Cycling Clothing, Bike Parts & Cycling Gear: Bike Discounts & Deals from Nashbar
hpiguy
Rock Crawler
If I could get the 29'er I would, but no sizes that fit me. So it's this or nothing at the 20% off rate, and I've been really wanting to try out a 650b platform also.
I'm 6'2" for reference BTW. I like my 29'er HT, just want to try something different is all.
I'm 6'2" for reference BTW. I like my 29'er HT, just want to try something different is all.
hpiguy
Rock Crawler
Well, I couldn't stand it. The 650b single speed will be here Friday! Along with a 70mm stem, 29 inch bars, a Q2 pro cog 20T, and some chain tensioners. Unfortunately ,the 20T cog and the tensioners looks like Monday. Whatever, I'm bombing the easy trails here at SCC on Saturday with 32x18. "thumbsup"
Thanks Nate! They have my size (21) in the 650b SS, and I've been wanting to give 650b a try anyway so at that price why not. I'll most likely order one, and some wider bars and give the SS thing a try. Plenty of stuff here is doable on a SS, plus it would give me a second MTB if a friend wanted to try it out. At least that's my excuse, damn N + 1 rule.
YOure welcome, haha I'm on 21" Nashbar SS 29er...love it! I dont' subscribe to wider bars...all bars should be width appropriate for your shoulder width, I've cut down my bars on both MTBs...did it on one after lots of reading and research, I started with Easton EA50 aluminum bars (685mm wide that I had been riding for couple years) cut 1/2" off each end and it was great. Rode it this way for a month or so, then cut the bars on my other bike to match. Then cut another 1/2 inch off each side on one set of bars and rode em for another month...loved it so I cut the others same. IIRC that is where I'm at now on both MTBs, I'm now much more comfortable, way more nimble in the twisty and trees, no loss of climbing ability. If you need to pull that hard on the bars, you weren't going to make the climb without hurting yourself anyways. "thumbsup" Way too much wider bar influence these days. :roll:
If you want to try narrower bars buy a cheap $20 set at LBS and cut away, just make sure they are same or similar sweep and rise as the bars you're going to keep. One bike had low rise, another of mine has medium rise bars.
EA50 RISER | Easton Cycling
Agreed! I'm 6'2" minor point but just to help others with Nashbar bike fit, I'm running stock stem and bars. Eastons are on my other MTB and another SS that I sold. Eastons feel a bit more cushy on the rough with rigid fork compared to Nashbar generic bar.
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"thumbsup""thumbsup""thumbsup" Very nice! I'd throw a set of Redline chain tugs on and try the stock setup before you go changing anything.
CHAIN TENSIONERS | Redline Bicycles
Also I was surprised on Nashbar 29er 32/18 gearing, my Haro Mary came with 32/20 and it was ok, I tried 32/21 and it was spun out way too easy although climbing was easier...settled back on 32/20. Thought I'd have to change gearing on Nashbar, but after riding it a couple times, 32/18 is good for me. I don't make every climb depending on the steepness, traction and my mood/preparation...no shame in walking sometimes.
I would change the Kenda Nevegals out for something lighter and faster rolling...they are heavy and SLOW tires. Sell them before you use them so you get more money for them. I like the GEAX Saguro's F/R, Specialized Captain Rear tire (washes little too easy up front), Continental Mountain King/Race King/X-King is good F/R I've ridden them in parking lot and they felt really good, WTB Nano good Rear tire (but washes out easy up front).
Buy something with folding bead for less weight, I stick with 29x2.2 for a little more cush especially on rigid SS.
I've been eye-balling this for awhile now....
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Catego...9jczpOYXNoYmFy&pageSize=&orderBy=&searchTerm=
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Catego...9jczpOYXNoYmFy&pageSize=&orderBy=&searchTerm=
