I'm not convinced that manufacturers even know the rider population well enough to calculate a sensible average weight. Without even going into "average terrain", whatever that may be.
Adjusting personal expectations is of course the way to go. We could do that before. Just go up or down the disciplines. A light rider could use a XC bar for trail riding, to get more compliance. While a very large guy could use a DH bar for enduro.
July 10, 2024, 12:23 a.m. - Timer
I'm not convinced that manufacturers even know the rider population well enough to calculate a sensible average weight. Without even going into "average terrain", whatever that may be. Adjusting personal expectations is of course the way to go. We could do that before. Just go up or down the disciplines. A light rider could use a XC bar for trail riding, to get more compliance. While a very large guy could use a DH bar for enduro.