April 8, 2015, 7:49 p.m. -  megrim

#!markdown I've been running my HD3 for about 2.5 months now. I got the XTR package, but not with the carbon wheels as I haven't had great experiences in the past. 36 up front and DB Inline in the rear. I started out swapping the tires (to Schwalbe Hans Dampf 2.25) and swapping in a RaceFace SixC bar (what was Ibis thinking with the 740 mm stock bar????). I ended up at 28.5 pounds with XTR trail pedals. I have found that the HD3 is an awesome do-everything bike. Good enough for the Dirty Duo XC race and happy enough on Dales, Boogie, etc. One of the better do-all bikes that I have ridden. One thing that I've noted is that it really prefers when you pick your line accurately, and luckily it's easier to do on this bike (steeper HA and shorter wheelbase). But I have noticed it can get a bit out of sorts when I get off line in a rough and steep section. I just recently tossed the stock tires back on it. Wow, big difference. Much more aggressive little bike. Overall, great bike. Everytime I ride it, it's my favourite bike. Mike