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Posted by: tashi

I've paid a high price for front-end equipment failure in the past so I replace my fork and handlebar frequently for peace of mind.  The price of carbon bars would prevent me from being able to do that so I go aluminum.

That must be quite the story?

Posted by: Endur-Bro

Using Renthal carb0n bahs on me steel hardtail and me aluminum squish bike. 

Using alloy Renthal on me carb0n DH bike

Do you notice a difference between Aluminum and carbon?

35mm diameter bars seem to be the standard, but I've heard that they are harsher than the 31.8mm diameter. I'm talking about Aluminum.

Anyone have this experience? Is there any difference between the 2 diameters?

Posted by: D_C_

It may be without base since many people run carbon bars without issue, but I don’t trust them. Bars are often in the line of fire, and having bars snap would be pretty terrible. So that is one place I stick with alloy.

I have those same concerns!

Thanks for your input guys, it confirmed the thoughts I was having.

I'll just stick to aluminum. Now I just need to figure out the amount of rise. How do you guys figure that out? Seat close to the same height as bars? What feels right when riding down? 

I currently have 25mm riser handlebars and the seat is about 1½" higher than the handlebars.

You have an Aluminum frame? Is there a big difference between carbon and aluminum handlebar to warrant the cost, if so what? I think I'm just going to get another aluminum bar, but wanted to hear about your experience first.

Thanks

This is an update on the Endura MT500 Waterproof shorts. 

So far the shorts are holding up very well, just washed them the other day and they look brand new. They breath extremely well, I sweat when it's 0°C out and I haven't had a soggy sweaty diaper afterwards. As for waterproofness, I haven't had them in a heavy downpour yet but they've been covered in mud and water and they've kept me dry. I hosed the mud off them when I got home with a fair bit of pressure and the water just bounced off the material, no water penetration whatsoever. 

Very happy with the purchase!

Posted by: D_C_

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Pretty obviously spam. I do enjoy how that bot misinterpreted the use of ‘hub’ and ran with it.

I wish my Hopes had wifi...

I see you deleted you post after mosesbrodin99.......

I don't think I would've clicked on it.......Had you not replied!😋

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Posted by: JBV

i can't address the pain or source as i'm no physio, but Sole brand insoles are great and a bit thick if you have the volume in your shoes. i had a podiatrist make a thin (1mm?) plate to reinforce my 5.10 shoes as i find them too soft and floppy, esp at size 48. they have access to very high end plastics that can take the flexing and last. the guy said any podiatrist can do this, he made them for me in about 15 minutes at low cost (i was picking up my orthotics).

Posted by: XXX_er

Every foot is different so what works well for me probably will not be good for you

I don't use flats and i don't find foot beds necessary in clipless xc shoes

I do have custom made arch supports and I am a huge fan of the sole products in ski boots/hiking boots/other shoes

I think its because i have flat feet and the sole have a lot of arch support cuz I can't tell the difference between a 300$ custom and 40$ sole

Thanks guys!

I ended up getting some Sole insoles. Went for a ride today, no ankle pain! Once I wear out my Freeride, I'll get the Impact Pro or Freeride Pro.

Posted by: JBV

i can't address the pain or source as i'm no physio, but Sole brand insoles are great and a bit thick if you have the volume in your shoes. i had a podiatrist make a thin (1mm?) plate to reinforce my 5.10 shoes as i find them too soft and floppy, esp at size 48. they have access to very high end plastics that can take the flexing and last. the guy said any podiatrist can do this, he made them for me in about 15 minutes at low cost (i was picking up my orthotics).

How did the plastic insert work, was it supportive? Did it go from toes to heel or 3/4 length?