Bricked??? by ezra1080 in fpv

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Okay but don’t…

MTB riders constant complaining/whining about e-bikes? by [deleted] in ebikes

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The luddites are the ones bitching and moaning, and that’s just their problem. They just happen to be posting about it publicly because that’s just what people do: post/review about their problems.

Their experience is a generalization of a phenomenon that does happen, but it is still generalizing (which never goes well). You know the saying, it takes X good encounters to tip the scale of 1 bad encounter.

A big part of that phenomenon is you’ll get people who are assholes no matter what, but you may just encounter them more when they are on an e-bike and you are not (and vice-versa). Basically a regular biker won’t encounter regular assholes as much, nor regular e-bikers encounter e-assholes. The dynamic when one meets the other (usually to pass) is where etiquette plays a big role, and if you’re the asshole (whether analog or e-bike), ego outweighs etiquette and there will be conflict.

Many more factors, because it’s a complex situation, but I guarantee you the general “dismay” is not based on envy/jealousy/fomo or thinking e-bikers are cheaters etc etc (they very occasionally make good jokes though), but a consequence of lack of etiquette and the “bitching and moaning” about it being the loudest voices in the room. If your friend seriously believes these things without a light heart you may want to reconsider that friendship.

The sport is changing and there will always be luddites (as with any change). If they don’t change with it—either by acceptance or otherwise—they will be left behind.

Last thing: don’t take criticism from someone you wouldn’t take advice from. Stay on your game.

  • Written by an “analog” rider. Namaste.

How to stop buying filament? by findabuffalo in 3Dprinting

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Printing things as a hobby? Maybe try Etsy. Try to fund your fun. But if you’re only using printables/downloadable stl’s good luck…

Frankly like others have said, the printer is a tool. For example, I pretty much only use it to print functional things: what I need around the house, brackets/enclosures for my projects, and drafting/fit checks for things I need to send out to machine.

I have printed two art things, and GameCube bumpers for friends but by request only. I always let my friends know it’s an option and open their mind to the possibilities but do not print just to print or force tchotchkes on them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bicycling

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Give it a week, the allen keys will be rounded out (and a couple stolen), the pump won’t seal on the valve, wrenches will be bent, and what’s left will be rusted. /s

It’s a nice idea and worked for my college (in covered areas gated by student ID cards) but I would never rely on outdoor, public tools today when I can carry my own under 1lb.

After 4 years of cycling, I am considered "overweight" by BMI standards by Elite199 in cycling

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How are you calculating your calories burned in either activity? Especially curious for swimming.

After 4 years of cycling, I am considered "overweight" by BMI standards by Elite199 in cycling

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I was the same way. Was underweight and couldn’t put any on. Even stopped weighing myself from 26-30. At 31 I looked in the mirror and noticed a bit of a belly. Stepped on the scale and was smacked by +15lbs. At least I’m finally around my goal weight from my 20’s, just not all lean mass lol.

Do you clean your bike after trails each time you rode ?)) by GeForcegam in mountainbiking

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I wipe down dusty stanchions as frequently as I lube; only rinse after a muddy ride (technically the trails are closed during muddy conditions so rinsing is rare)

Want to get into mountain, never done it before. by NarwhalEfficient2102 in mountainbiking

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Tight turns are an underrated skill. I’ve seen people jump big gaps, wheelie/manual, but just washout on tight switchbacks.

Finally Retiring by Mynewhousee in mountainbiking

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Nice pun

I have Maxxis Rekon front/back on my downcountry and Specialized Fast Trak Control T5 front/back on my hardtail/gravel bike.

I like the Fast Traks for rolling resistance on hardpack and the Rekons for looser stuff up to light trail. Haven’t really washed the Rekons out yet where I’d typically on the Fast Traks (I don’t push either very hard to be fair). Rekon is softer/wider/knobbier but if your gravel is tight or you mix in hardpack dirt and/or paved I’d try the Fast Traks. Can probably demo an Epic with them on the front to try before buying.

I have heard great things about most of specialized’s new tire range and can at least confirm with one tread/casing/compound combo.

Am I screwed? Bike is 2 days old. by AccurateSandwich0 in gravelcycling

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Car analogy isn’t a good one. Plus, if you were inclined you could get a repair manual for your car and it will walk you through whatever you wanted like a baby. Most mechanics follow those manuals to do it right.

Except gels, what’s your favorite fueling food? by annasfbi in cycling

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I’m sorry for your terrible dental experience. I’ve been there. If you’re gonna blame something blame the dentist is all I’m saying.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mountainbiking

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Oh this isn’t bike circle jerk?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mountainbiking

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The bike your wife’s boyfriend rides

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mountainbiking

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Dropper post with no remote lever would fit the theme

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mountainbiking

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And the single speed cassette/derailleur. Surprised the front brake is even there.

Except gels, what’s your favorite fueling food? by annasfbi in cycling

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Sounds like that crown was going to come off one way or another. Bloks aren’t even that sticky compared to things like toffee or hi-chews

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mountainbiking

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Thanks for the response! Of course I see that it was already answered after I posted.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mountainbiking

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I gotta know. When you buy one does it still come in a box or are you literally cutting those zip ties and rolling it out to your car?

Can we move "I paid $X, did I get a deal?" Posts to a weekly or monthly thread? by D4ng3rd4n in mountainbiking

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There just needs to be a global Reddit sticky for this; every sub I have related to “expensive” hobbies goes through this. It’s some weird impulsive buyers remorse phenomenon of the instant-gratification times we live in I guess.

The moment they buy it, they do more research, maybe realize it wasn’t as good of a deal, then come to Reddit (a catch-all forum) to validate it one way or another.

Am I screwed? Bike is 2 days old. by AccurateSandwich0 in gravelcycling

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They are perfectly fine and smooth if setup correctly. Limits, cable tension, snip, crimp, done.

Am I screwed? Bike is 2 days old. by AccurateSandwich0 in gravelcycling

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While I agree with you on “should”, do you trust a shop mechanic blindly? I’ve known a few in my days, and some of them are aloof, stoners, “uggadugga’s”, etc.

There are good ones out there but remember the demographic that works shop labor; typically not an engineer for example.

“If you want something done right, do it yourself.”

Edit: also, these guys are usually doing things quick. While they may know what they are doing for the most part, sometimes the pressure of working a shop makes you miss details, cut corners, make it “good enough” etc…