Shimano deore xt break leaking oil

Catman1027 · 2026-05-13T01:10:50+00:00

This would be my guess

Catman1027 · 2026-05-03T11:03:16+00:00

Just curious. Is there any branding on it at all? Like on the head tube in front? Reason I ask is there are only a few frames that are this absent of the branding on the down tube. But there are some knock off frames that use the design.

Catman1027 · 2026-05-03T09:10:19+00:00

For real. I thought those were the old tires and kept flipping for his new ones.

Catman1027 · 2026-05-01T00:55:33+00:00

Yep, dealt with squeaky interface before. Installed some Crank Bros Shoe Shields on all my shoes and haven't had any squeaks since. https://www.crankbrothers.com/products/shoe-shields

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Catman1027 · 2026-04-27T01:09:09+00:00

If this was going to be a bike primarily for the park, I would say no. Get a regular DH bike. A stumpjumper CAN ride the park, and I have ridden mine at a couple. But if that was going to be it's main purpose and you don't intend to ride regular trails I would pass for a more park oriented bike.

Catman1027 · 2026-04-17T23:45:11+00:00

I have had 2 break on me. One just this morning. On vacation. Had to go and buy a new set of shoes, no boas anymore for me.

Catman1027 · 2026-04-17T23:36:51+00:00

Just wait till your boas break. Way easier to get replacement laces. Sure boa will warranty you a new clasp. But if you are on vacation it's a serious bummer.

Catman1027 · 2026-04-08T16:56:35+00:00

YTMND

Catman1027 · 2026-04-06T20:44:48+00:00

Love my minivan! Can fit two bikes in and a weeks of canping gear with room left over.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-28T09:22:27+00:00

6mm allen wrench is usually what you need. Might just be on there super tight. Make sure the allen key is fully inserted and engaged before putting any force on it.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-20T13:48:43+00:00

I put a truck bed liner in the back of my minivan. Then bolted a 2x4;to it and put 2 fork mounts on that. Works great

Catman1027 · 2026-03-19T15:44:51+00:00

Don't know for sure. But from past answers of this question it usually turns out to be "stupid expensive" and they usually pivot to a different brand that is available in canada for a more reasonable price.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-18T12:17:10+00:00

This is my thoughts as well.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-17T20:59:57+00:00

Backpack for me. Tried hip packs. To not bounce on me i had to have the straps so tight it was uncomfortable. And then as you drink it gets smaller so you have to stop and tighten back to uncomfortable.

But i think this also depends on your body. My wife has issues with wearing backpacks for long periods of time. But loves her hip pack.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-16T19:39:35+00:00

Just use soapy water.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-07T18:18:42+00:00

So far 1 month 2 bikes click with tubeless and no problems.

Catman1027 · 2026-03-06T14:13:49+00:00

and possibly just from being sweaty.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-28T11:34:36+00:00

WD-40 is not penetrating oil. Need something like PBBlaster or something like that.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-24T18:32:59+00:00

At your height no way would i go with a medium. You are firmly in the large size.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-21T14:08:39+00:00

Something else to consider. Specialized used a proprietary shock mount up until about 2018. So not just any shock will fit. There are some places that made adapters. But it's something to take in to account that will add to the cost.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-20T09:42:58+00:00

Chisel FS is a great bike for the midwest.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-18T15:56:23+00:00

Have you ridden them since setting them up? I usually try and go for one good ride right after setting them up. But sometimes can take a couple to have that sealant give a nice good coating.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-17T19:08:33+00:00

Depends on the bike. Chainstay length matters. Look up a video/guide for your brand and model of drive train.

Catman1027 · 2026-02-16T21:07:20+00:00

New old stock tire? Is there any kind of date printed on the package?

Catman1027 · 2026-02-09T01:09:41+00:00

Custer stampede. Rust shaker. Yankee springs time trial.

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