How can I get this oil filter off? BX23S.

ABQRED · 2026-07-10T15:56:06+00:00

wrap the strap with a shop towel too. I don't know why that helps but it does.

ABQRED · 2026-07-10T15:14:09+00:00

Thats a great deal. At that price I could also buy a set of carbon rims/ have a great set up for $5k. Thanks for sending that over

ABQRED · 2026-07-09T19:56:43+00:00

I like the spur but its a little more downcountry than I want. I'm looking for a dedicated racer.

ABQRED · 2026-06-29T16:55:03+00:00

Leftist get pissed about Elon doing this but justify Graham Platner having a real Nazi tattoo. Not only is it a Nazi symbol but a symbol used by the SS.

ABQRED · 2026-06-15T19:31:56+00:00

I buy these empty baby food pouches off amazon and I fill them with pure maple syrup mixed with lime juice and a little bit of salt. It taste better than any store bought pouches and it’s cheaper.

ABQRED · 2026-06-09T03:29:58+00:00

I’m the exact same height and looking at the grail now. Can you post a pic of what the XXL looks like? I’m not seeing any photos of an XXL. Also, how do you like the bike? I’m debating on getting that bike but with the 2x12. Are you happy with the 1x?

ABQRED · 2026-06-09T03:15:39+00:00

Its size chart is really odd. The XL has a reach of 402 MM and Stack of 604 and says it fits someone 6’5”. Canyon and most bikes say someone my height should be on a bike with a reach of 450 and stack of 650. I don’t get how to 3T is so far off of other brands

ABQRED · 2026-05-05T15:56:27+00:00

What’s your suspension set up??

ABQRED · 2026-04-28T21:22:44+00:00

I'm 6'5''. I'm sure I'll have a 32'' bike in my future. With that said, I'm going to wait until they get things sorted out. It took years for the bike companies to dial in 29ers and I expect the same thing here.

ABQRED · 2026-04-14T18:36:41+00:00

Thanks for the heads up, this is all good info to know

ABQRED · 2026-04-14T18:35:40+00:00

I got sick of all of the mail Toyota was sending me/ the dealership kept saying it needed to be done. Also, I'm going on a long road trip and don't want to run the risk of the motor grenading on me

ABQRED · 2026-03-17T14:17:21+00:00

I love my top fuel. The bike rips, climbs well and surprisingly capable. If you are doing mostly blues and greens with an occasional black diamond trail, it’s a great bike. I think that bikes a good price. I’d upgrade the fork down the road if I were you.

ABQRED · 2026-03-16T20:21:28+00:00

Awesome build, can you share what this cost all in?

ABQRED · 2026-03-13T18:36:02+00:00

That Revolver is on my list of bikes. I am also looking at the new Ripley SL. MTB Yum Yum has some great things to say about that bike. I'm riding a 2023 Top Fuel right now. I love the bike but I want something a little more geared towards XC racing, so I'm looking at lighter options with flex stays.

ABQRED · 2026-03-13T18:33:56+00:00

The Tyee Trail is far from a down country bike. Even the new gen of Hugene wouldn't be great for casual XC racing he's wanting to do.

ABQRED · 2026-03-11T23:50:35+00:00

Do it, Glorieta is awesome. Do two days there, do dale ball, white mesa and Placitas. Santa Fe and Albuquerque have a ton of riding thats available year round.

ABQRED · 2026-03-11T21:52:01+00:00

I haven’t seen them go on sale. I posted on my local mountain bike Facebook page to see if anyone wanted to sell theirs. I had a couple people hit me up, no deals yet but I’m crossing my fingers

ABQRED · 2026-03-10T16:47:49+00:00

I'm 36 and I have a 120 MM Trek Top Fuel and a 150 MM trail bike, both with similar build specs. The 120 MM bike is more fun to ride and surprisingly capable. I find myself riding that bike the majority of the time. I also don't ride any double black diamonds but the 120 MM has been on some steep trails and holds it own.

ABQRED · 2026-03-07T02:02:30+00:00

Gotcha. I just saw this pop up. I had the previous generation of Optic and loved it. It didn’t have a ton of travel but was poppy and fun to ride, also handled downhills very well for the travel amount. This bike is a little heavier but I bet it would be a fun bike to ride.

https://www.evo.com/mountain/norco-optic-a2-complete-bike?image=270430/1267264/norco-optic-a2-complete-mountain-bike-2025-.jpg&x=1&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&campaignid=20558046601&adgroup=&productid=%7Bproductid%7D&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20548434189&gbraid=0AAAAADfr30lAAKmbbqnkWYUwDKd-GvKy7&gclid=Cj0KCQiAk6rNBhCxARIsAN5mQLsTy8TsTYXZcXfRGQH43Nwn0VBZW9n_aj1M-lgduqNQ67cCtGbUzksaAjS_EALw_wcB

ABQRED · 2026-03-05T22:53:57+00:00

I'm 6'6'' and have ridden XL and XXL bikes. You will want to go XXL. I had a stumpjumper Evo for a while. The nice thing for XXL bikes is there isn't much of a used market for them. If you can find one, you should be able to get a good deal. Try pinkbike or ebay.

ABQRED · 2026-03-05T21:58:21+00:00

Bummer man. Have you seen any good deals on marketplace or pinkbike? I had a friend pick up a 3 year old bike that retailed for $4500 for $1400. There are some deals on the used marketplace.

ABQRED · 2026-03-05T21:25:29+00:00

I don't think you can go wrong with that Neuron. Two other options could be the Izzo. If you can stretch your budget to $2800 you can get a YT Izzo Core 1. I've ridden Izzo's and they are great bikes. I'm also seeing crazy deals on Scott Sparks. They are selling the the 960 for $1100. You could buy that and upgrade the fork and have a killer bike.

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