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Forum: Mountain Biking
09-30-21, 12:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,989
Posted By Brian Marshall

The issue is when you have a 5 year old riding...

The issue is when you have a 5 year old riding with you, I yell out to the dog owner that my daughter is afraid of dogs and they yell back "don't worry, they are friendly". Then the dog proceeds to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-30-21, 12:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,989
Posted By Brian Marshall

Dogs unleashed

As I have been riding for over 25 years now, it seems that my encounters with unleashed dogs on the trails has increased dramatically. Maybe it is because I ride a lot with my 5 year old daughter and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-30-21, 12:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,037
Posted By Brian Marshall

I would consider upgrading the front to a larger...

I would consider upgrading the front to a larger size if possible and not more than a 180 on the back. If that is not enough, you probably need to consider upgrading to 4 piston brakes. I am 6'1''...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-30-21, 12:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,998
Posted By Brian Marshall

Polygon is a solid direct-to-consumer brand and...

Polygon is a solid direct-to-consumer brand and their bikes are pretty good. You save a little over some of the bigger names like Trek and Specialized, but you also lose out on the relationship with...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-29-21, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,651
Posted By Brian Marshall

1st- at 75, I still hope to be riding a bike-...

1st- at 75, I still hope to be riding a bike- period!

2nd- I would stick with a XC style tire in the 2.2- 2.25 width range. I now ride a chunkier tire, but have ridden the Bontrager XR1's and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-29-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 968
Posted By Brian Marshall

I agree with this. And when you do have to...

I agree with this.

And when you do have to replace, replace with the best part you can afford.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-29-21, 11:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,469
Posted By Brian Marshall

Check out : Mountain biking at night is better...

Check out :
Mountain biking at night is better and more fun (new2mtbiking.com) (https://new2mtbiking.com/mountain-biking-at-night-is-better-and-more-fun/) for mountain biking at night tips and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-29-21, 11:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 968
Posted By Brian Marshall

I would recommend that before you go upgrading...

I would recommend that before you go upgrading the bike parts, you look at the accessories you will need and some should carries based on the type of riding you will be doing. Some of these items...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-28-21, 11:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,525
Posted By Brian Marshall

my XC bike has 720 bars and I find it a perfect...

my XC bike has 720 bars and I find it a perfect fit. Ride whatever feels best for you. Bike fit is very subjective these days and I tend to lean towards what works best for me and not what the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-28-21, 11:24 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 13,940
Posted By Brian Marshall

A bell is a good thing to have, but it does not...

A bell is a good thing to have, but it does not let someone in front of you know your intentions, just that you are behind them. Being verbal is a must!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-28-21, 11:16 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 13,940
Posted By Brian Marshall

I have been riding long enough to know that you...

I have been riding long enough to know that you can't always trust that other riders or even pedestrians:
1 )hear you
2) understand you
3) know what you want them to do
4) will do it in a timely...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-21, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,001
Posted By Brian Marshall

Ebay has several

Ebay has several
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-21, 10:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,756
Posted By Brian Marshall

spot on with what SoSMellyAir said. I did the...

spot on with what SoSMellyAir said. I did the same with my 2014 Trek X Caliber 8. I bought a Shimano Deore 11 Speed Cassette, derailleur and shifter and an Oval chain ring for the front. Works like a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-21, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 929
Posted By Brian Marshall

I always make sure to clean the rotors before...

I always make sure to clean the rotors before using new pads, then make sure to bed them in. Everyone has their own method, but I still believe that fast to hard and long braking works best for me....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-21, 10:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 954
Posted By Brian Marshall

I have heard of people using heat guns on...

I have heard of people using heat guns on aluminum frames
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-27-21, 10:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,142
Posted By Brian Marshall

As I ride more each season, I notice less of a...

As I ride more each season, I notice less of a need to wear them even on longer rides. But, it is all about what makes you comfortable on your bike
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-27-21, 10:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,582
Posted By Brian Marshall

agree, don't spend too much time or energy...

agree, don't spend too much time or energy dwelling on it. Get out and ride.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-27-21, 10:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,582
Posted By Brian Marshall

I fell last year over a very simply portion of a...

I fell last year over a very simply portion of a trail that I have ridden many times. Just hit a rock the wrong way and my bike came out from under me. Ended up with a broken rib and wrist. Wrist...
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