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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-29-02, 03:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 633
Posted By Friggertool

Hi CrashTestDummy, What you're talking about...

Hi CrashTestDummy,

What you're talking about sounds pretty much the same as what I do, that is moving my weight to the inside of the corner. It may be that I didn't describe it too well. :beer:
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 05:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 633
Posted By Friggertool

One thing that's helped me cornering is to lean...

One thing that's helped me cornering is to lean the body a little further into the turn than you lean your bike. This helps keep the bike a bit more upright and means more grip from your tyres. You...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 05:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By Friggertool

Saving rotating weight is definitely the best way...

Saving rotating weight is definitely the best way to go. According to Ralieghbikes.com a pound off the wheel is worth three off the frame. Have a look at Panaracer trailblaster tyres- less than 400g...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 05:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 987
Posted By Friggertool

Most of what's gone before makes sense, though I...

Most of what's gone before makes sense, though I find staring at the road/ trail under my front wheel a bit demoralising - better to look up and see that you are actually winning. If you're going to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 04:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,112
Posted By Friggertool

My bike came with riser bars and no bar ends. I...

My bike came with riser bars and no bar ends. I added bar ends cos I liked the look of them. I found that they have the added advantage of giving another place to put your hands which is a help to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 04:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 778
Posted By Friggertool

Topeak Defender superlights fornt and rear. Rear...

Topeak Defender superlights fornt and rear. Rear attaches to seat post, front attaches under the steerer tube. They're light, effective and easy to remove. Total weight 200g. Bit delicate though.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 04:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,831
Posted By Friggertool

I was going to change the 65mm rockshox that came...

I was going to change the 65mm rockshox that came on my Specialised hardrock to an 80mm Marzocchi fork (MXC air) . I checked the FAQs on Speccy's website and they said it would be OK. However, when...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-02, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,775
Posted By Friggertool

I've ridden the Mongoose. It was the first MTB...

I've ridden the Mongoose. It was the first MTB I'd ever ridden (loaned to me by a friend) and I was impressed enough to go out and buy a Specialized Hardrock. The Mongoose is a good bike and I've...
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