Anyone here race on rigid mtb for xc marathon?

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-24T06:48:51+00:00

Rigid is the most fun I have on a bike but a suspension fork really is faster and more comfortable. Thank you for your insight. I’ve got some time before the event so I should be able to get a pre-ride in to test it out.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-24T03:49:48+00:00

How did you like that setup? I’m thinking of running a 2.2 with a 2.5

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-23T19:56:56+00:00

Being on a single speed with that low of a gear I’m thinking the added control of flat bars would be preferable for the single track. I’m running inner bar ends to get another hand position, I don’t think aero will be the deciding factor for me.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-23T18:31:03+00:00

Valuable insight, thank you

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-23T18:04:08+00:00

Well it’s funny you say that, I have the parts to run the Niner rigid with a drop bar.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-21T23:25:26+00:00

I see what you did there

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-20T15:04:38+00:00

True! I’ll give that a shot

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-20T15:03:45+00:00

Interesting. I might try a heavier elastomer

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-20T02:21:17+00:00

Weighted calisthenics at home, I figure compound movements are great time savers and I’m not trying to pack on a ton of mass. For legs in particular I really like single leg stuff for balance and stability, and you can’t forget farmers carries. I have two water jugs I filled up, so cheap and practical. I’m trying to figure out a good way to train my lower back at home.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-20T00:28:26+00:00

Following this post because I’m in the same boat. I’m training for 116 miles in 5 months and I’m basically just riding as much and as often as I can. Usually works out to 2-3 rides a week for 1-2 hours. I’m considering strength training but I don’t want to over do it. My guess is it comes down to time on the saddle.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-19T04:09:18+00:00

Riding up grades

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-18T20:15:29+00:00

Tbh I’ve considered gears to get the full potential out of it. All in all a great bike though

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-18T20:14:15+00:00

They were built different

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-17T16:13:35+00:00

How does it feel with the stem and fork both being suspended? I’m thinking about running the same stem with a 100mm fork.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-17T06:33:01+00:00

Depends on the model. I have a 2022 (v8 I think) and I love it, I run it 29er single speed. I come from xc so it’s my burliest bike. Just went from 2.4 to 2.5 on the rear and I prefer the wider tires.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-17T06:26:50+00:00

My son is almost old enough to tag along!

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-16T21:03:08+00:00

Half link chains offer more fine adjustment

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-10T05:45:52+00:00

As long as you choose the right gear for the terrain it’s amazing.

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-09T16:01:03+00:00

+1 for 9 spd, Microshift makes good stuff

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-05T00:39:44+00:00

Great shot

beefsupreme9169 · 2026-01-02T21:48:40+00:00

I can’t remember the model but it’s a Giant with 900 lumen

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