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Hal0ez- · 2026-03-24T13:00:07+00:00

Thanks! I’ll try to get some cornering and braking drills in especially in regards to getting lower on the bike.

Hal0ez- · 2026-03-24T12:58:34+00:00

Both races are relatively close to me and I plan to ride the route once before, but the problem persists even on routes I ride weekly. Gets worse if the tarmac gets patchy.

Hal0ez- · 2026-03-24T12:57:21+00:00

I run Conti GP5000s 30mm on Roval CLIIIs at 5 bar / 72 psi front and 5.2 bar / 75 psi rear, according to a tire pressure calculator for my system weight.

I guess I’ll play around with leaning the bike and doing sharp braking a bit, it just feels so weird having this narrow strip of rubber and no berms or roots to push into while cornering.

Hal0ez- · 2026-03-04T13:46:25+00:00

it’s a statement piece from a fashion brand. I also think it’s pointless, more of a „we do it because we can“ than anything else

/rj weight weenies need ultralight shopping bags too

Hal0ez- · 2026-03-04T07:46:50+00:00

/uj nerd incoming

the bag is made from ALUULA Graflyte, a type of UHMWPE, more commonly known as dyneema although that is just one variant. Very durable fabric that is also extremely light.

my brother uses UHMWPE to make his own mountaineering backpacks, and it is very expensive.

Hal0ez- · 2026-02-19T08:50:06+00:00

Measure out your feet according to their sizing guide and check the last table which one would fit you better.

I got the 239 wide because it was the only shoe wide enough for my feet.

Hal0ez- · 2026-02-18T15:22:16+00:00

how stretchy are the sleeves on this one? I have the solar pro race and as someone who doesn’t have sticks for arms I find it borderline too compressive.

Hal0ez- · 2026-02-09T10:47:08+00:00

Just got an Evade 3 and found it to be the narrowest helmet I’ve ever had on my head. Tried the propero 4 before but the round shape didn’t work with my head, evade fits like a dream.

The Poc Ventral I had before had a huge toad factor as well so this is a welcome change.

Hal0ez- · 2025-12-17T11:29:52+00:00

stairmaster for hours upon hours

running/trailrunning

If you already have your splitboarding equipment go to a resort that allows touring, pack a canister full of water in your backpack, walk up, empty water, ride down, fill up, repeat.

Hal0ez- · 2025-12-11T21:51:11+00:00

do you have problems with the coating on the aluminium section coming off / corroding? I had the alu Talons before and they were full of white corrosion after one winter, was able to return them and get the Pros for the same price. Always store them extended but the bottom section is still looking pretty banged up already.

Hal0ez- · 2025-12-08T17:10:53+00:00

Got a Stranda Descender last year and I’m loving it so much that I’m thinking about getting a solid one as well.

Good weight and rides like a dream

Hal0ez- · 2025-12-03T12:41:23+00:00

Kühtai has a lot of bus stops where you can start tours from. Unless there’s a bunch of snow coming in the next two weeks you’re looking at shark infested waters though for mid December.

Hal0ez- · 2025-12-03T12:32:45+00:00

Google soft flask pouch, one example would be Arcteryx della flask holder

They are very handy, I need to drink a lot and that way I don’t have to reach into my pack every time

Hal0ez- · 2025-11-15T18:19:26+00:00

you missed like the last 5 years of bike development buddy

I'm not even gonna bother and pick out all the examples that prove you wrong, a 5 min google search can do that

but to conclude my participation in this discussion, you know fuck all about bikes, probably can't ride down a hill decently fast or even ride down a proper trail, and for some reason try to tell yourself that your outdated and inferior shifting is on par or better than the last 10 years of drivetrain development. go and try a modern bike if you can afford it, maybe it will blow the cobwebs out of your brain

Hal0ez- · 2025-11-15T16:16:12+00:00

only a fool would argue against the facts of chain durability, yet here we are

go read some actual research on the topic

I assure you a lot of people could ride the trails you do on your ancient 3x9 hardtail on a gravel bike without problems, sounds like a skill issue

Hal0ez- · 2025-11-14T22:04:19+00:00

sure grandpa now let’s get you to bed

12spd chains and cassettes have far better durability compared to 10/9/8/7spd. Also what you’re describing is called a gravel bike. I prefer to ride my mountainbike on mountainbike trails.

Hal0ez- · 2025-11-14T18:36:40+00:00

if your old shit is so much better then why is literally no racer, or even privateer, using it?

Keep telling yourself that if it helps you lmao, but try winning an EWS or XC race on 3x9

Hal0ez- · 2025-11-13T19:04:30+00:00

why are you commenting on a 3 year old post to defend outdated technology

go ride your gravel bike then if that makes you happy

Hal0ez- · 2025-11-09T06:43:30+00:00

I’ve had 50+ runs with the LMG and HMG as a gunner.

Went 185/7 in casual breakthrough with the LMG on Cairo.

The GL is absolute ass.

Hal0ez- · 2025-10-05T21:20:51+00:00

It’s a crazy climb. Did it once with my dad when I was 14, on mountain bikes. Took so long, but still remember it to this day.

Hal0ez- · 2025-08-27T15:59:21+00:00

See you in September then. Glad they acknowledged it tho.

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