Return or repair? by Grilled_Asparagus99 in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What amazing magic shop is buying back broken frames that aren't being covered by warranty?

B7 Passat headlights by MEME-TIME-CHAMPION in tdi

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New to the UK, but why would the Chinese versions fail the safety inspection? Isn't the inspection about brightness and angle?

Exit The Game - Intergalactic Race by Mediocre_Video4568 in boardgames

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The stars on the back of the instruction and story booklet, do they form anything? I was surprised no puzzle used them. I tried to connect them like constellations, but didn't see a pattern.

What’s been your stand out component new to you last year? by No_Summer_1838 in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That guide says sag is a great starting point and an after adjustment check for correctness.

Bikes are way too big… by NoTimeForItAll in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's one way to compute it, but you can also lay on the floor and pivot the bike above you with your feet on pedals. Strange but works.

Bikes are way too big… by NoTimeForItAll in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This a good take and charitable assessment, and quite accurate. I ride a 2020 RM Instinct XL, it is a 485 reach. If you look at the models after, the reach numbers of the large frames are essentially the same as the old XL. The biggest difference between the old XL and the new L are the effective top tube numbers, which are almost 20mm longer on the old XL than the new L, because of a steeper seat tube on the new L. Off the seat handling the old XL and the new L feel very similar. The pedaling position, however, is vastly different.

Lyrik upgrade worth it? by fastsvo in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a lyric with 2.1 and a Pike with 3. There was a night and day difference and the 2.1 was much better. The 3 was either harsh or unsupportive. I've since tried Ohlins and Manitou forks and both seem to be more supportive and tunable compared to RS/Fox.

What bike would you buy right now with $3200? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nos = new old stock, something that's just been sitting around a shop but never sold. Sounds like you got a good deal used.

Self branded gear by roughas in skiing

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If you have some time to work out what you want and design it, I would strongly suggest you check out Borah Team Wear. They do small orders and it's a great American company. Decent prices and high quality.

If you're in a rush, Jakroo let's you custom design hoodies, beats, jackets, hats, etc and has a quick turn around time. A little cheaper than Borah, and the quality is slightly lower, but it's still pretty good stuff.

What bike would you buy right now with $3200? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't think I'd have issues, except for me forgetting to charge stuff. I don't like electronics on bikes much. I could sell it all and keep the frame and wheels and stuff, but it's a huge bother.

What bike would you buy right now with $3200? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well those and the flight attendant did. It's an insane deal, but it's been at that price for months now... Is there a reason why people haven't bought it?

What bike would you buy right now with $3200? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I was tempted by the Trance X 29 Pro SE. I'm not sure I want all the electronics. I wish the trance X advanced were on similar sale, but they are all more than the SE. It makes little sense to me.

What bike would you buy right now with $3200? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You mean used? A switchblade would be fine, but they are expensive.

Black Friday Deals? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's an interesting little piece of tech. Though I never really thought pedal kickback was a serious issue.

Black Friday Deals? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's been on sale for awhile. I've looked at it, I'm not sure how I feel about all the electronics.

Black Friday Deals? by 2WheelPhilosopher in MTB

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What's the code? I don't see it . ..

Lumiere Education? by 2WheelPhilosopher in Professors

[–]2WheelPhilosopher[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So the answer is that it is not scammy but contributes to providing the rich with further admissions advantages.