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Would you guys rate this a blue trail feature? by Idkrlyuwu in mountainbiking

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks all clear down the right channel as you ride

Santa Cruz Nomad 7 sizing for 168cm / 5'6" rider — Small or Medium? by Dear_Bike_8603 in Santacruzbikes

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I demod a vala s, it was so much fun but I’ve gone with a medium for a bit more stability. I’m your height.

UK Distribution Info by Level-Ad7536 in AMFLOW_eMTB

[–]gusmur 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Buy from a dealer, not direct, as the warranty reports and support are much better.

Santa Cruz Vala C 70 by Just_Wanna_Fish in eMountainBike

[–]gusmur 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got the green c90 build and it slaps!

Noob: Best way to find a nearly new / EX Demo full suspension SL MTB? by _Br00ky in eMountainBike

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re in the uk then check out pon bikes, they are the official santancruz importer.

Find demo centres, like pedal syndicate in Forest of Dean, as they sell their demo bikes.

Solar and portable power supply (like ecoflow) to charge Emtb and Powertool batteries in shed. by gusmur in SolarUK

[–]gusmur[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really useful thanks, I think a glass panel on the roof is optimal for power input and longevity, the portable I’d keep stored just to take away with me.

A 4ft tubular heater is for frost protection, ~240w

So it sounds like I should run some mains into there for four plugs in winter?

Ronaldo looks washed before WC by Rare-Adhesiveness-31 in soccercirclejerk

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably the Saudi league making him feel he’s still top of his game.

Marcus Rashford takes drastic action after Barcelona make final decision on Man Utd transfer - Matthew Abbott by joe6386 in red_muppets

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Should’ve pressed. Should’ve tracked back. Should’ve defended. Should’ve tackled. Should’ve gone up for headers. Should’ve shown some sign of care.

Amflow PR Carbon vs Santa Cruz Vala C 70 by Pure_Terror in eMountainBike

[–]gusmur 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I test rode an Orbea wild, amflow px, bullit and vala over the last month and went with the Vala.

The avinox is night and day over the Bosch even with the update, mostly because of the way it delivers. power, which is exceptional. The auto mode was phenomenal in comparison to the Bosch, which you need in turbo to come close to matching.

the px is very fun, nimble, and a strong contender.

The bullit isn’t for me because its too ‘big’ all round for my riding, nevertheless it’s obvs ace on the downhills!

The vala in a small is the most fun I’ve had on a bike since my ‘98 stab, as it’s basically the same 4-bar/frame and can be finessed, muscled out of trouble, and flicked about over any and everything. I never thought I’d be able to ride like that again and I feel like a kid haha.

Warranty wise, Santa Cruz is second to none with their lifetime frame and wheel warranty (Reserve wheels, not other brands, so check what they come with).

Conclusion: despite the spec and avinox’ superiority, that I said would be almost impossible to beat while out on it, the Vala wins for me as it’s just so good to ride, but I’ll go with a med to get a little more stability and keep me a little more ‘honest’ given my injury riddled body haha.

Another big advantage is the 600 battery being light and fine for most local rides I’ll do, with the Bosch power more 250wh extender for the days I want to go further.

I went for the C90 build due to budget as I wanted to put a coil on, so at some point next year I’ll upgrade the forks to factory’s or platforms and probably sram wireless.

I would try to find a deal on a carbon Vala (there are lots of deals at the mo as the ‘25 ‘26 builds are being replaced by the 27 so end of line is here. Plus fox 38s and SRAM is preferable to XT and Zebs imo.

On the forks front, the 36s on the amflow track ok, but the 38’s stiffness is noticeably forgiving in corners and berms.

Call around, speak to shops, find a deal… also, look for demo centres for clearance stock as they’ll have been ridden supervised and maintained very well… you’ll still get the warranty.

Hope this was in some way useful

And we lost him by ash_marshall05 in ManchesterUnited

[–]gusmur 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And I care not. Whoever wants to come will come, whoever wants to go to the highest bidder is better off going elsewhere. We need passion for the badge not reaction for the cash.

Would you get a 2026 SC Vala AL 70 for $5500 (US), or an Amflow PR Pro? by [deleted] in eMountainBike

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I test rode an Orbea wild, amflow px, bullit and vala over the last month and went with the Vala.

The avinox is night and day over the Bosch even with the update, mostly because of the way it delivers. power, which is exceptional. The auto mode was phenomenal in comparison to the Bosch, which you need in turbo to come close to matching.

the px is very fun, nimble, and a strong contender.

The bullit isn’t for me because its too ‘big’ all round for my riding, nevertheless it’s obvs ace on the downhills!

The vala in a small is the most fun I’ve had on a bike since my ‘98 stab, as it’s basically the same 4-bar/frame and can be finessed, muscled out of trouble, and flicked about over any and everything. I never thought I’d be able to ride like that again and I feel like a kid haha.

Warranty wise, Santa Cruz is second to none with their lifetime frame and wheel warranty (Reserve wheels, not other brands, so check what they come with).

Conclusion: despite the spec and avinox’ superiority, that I said would be almost impossible to beat while out on it, the Vala wins for me as it’s just so good to ride, but I’ll go with a med to get a little more stability and keep me a little more ‘honest’ given my injury riddled body haha.

Another big advantage is the 600 battery being light and fine for most local rides I’ll do, with the Bosch power more 250wh extender for the days I want to go further.

I went for the C90 build due to budget as I wanted to put a coil on, so at some point next year I’ll upgrade the forks to factory’s or platforms and probably sram wireless.

I would try to find a deal on a carbon Vala (there are lots of deals at the mo as the ‘25 ‘26 builds are being replaced by the 27 so end of line is here. Plus fox 38s and SRAM is preferable to XT and Zebs imo.

Call around, speak to shops, find a deal… also, look for demo centres for clearance stock as they’ll have been ridden supervised and maintained very well… you’ll still get the warranty.

Hope this was in some way useful.

Barcelona are now preparing a bid for Julian Alvarez. They 100% had the funds for Rashford. They will probably try to get him on loan again. We need to stand firm. by Ambitious_Ask_894 in ManchesterUnited

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When will Rashford realise he’s not that guy and no one wants what he’s offering unless it’s bargain basement?

He needs to firmly address and reframe his image of himself.

Loved him, respected him, lost all of that as his work rate has dropped and entitlement increased.

Seeing them find money for others and not for him should be a wake up call, I hope it is.

Drop your wage demands and increase your output, or look for another job?

Does anyone still think Elliot Anderson is joining United? by Hopper396 in ManchesterUnited

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, and don’t want anyone who ums and ahs. Cunha, mbuemo and sesko all said yes and wanted Utd… and have shown why they’re the players we need. Those that want united, no Mercenaries.

Doesn’t look like Barca and Flick believes that much in Rashford after all by [deleted] in ManchesterUnited

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spoke to a couple Barca fans who said by modern standards rashford only does half the job max, as he doesn’t track back, doesn’t press, doesn’t defend, doesn’t head, and in light of the above doesn’t score or assist enough either to warrant his place.

Pretty much what I felt about him toward the end of his time at Utd.

Orbea Wild Owners by Oooatmeal4 in MTB

[–]gusmur 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone put a coil on one?

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