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You guys can't be serious, hahaha! This sounds like AXS Reverb hater rationalization taken a bit far. It would take about 60s-ish to swap my AXS Reverb setup into my other bike if the other bike didn't have a post in it. And I recently f*cked around with installing a OneUp that took for-fkn-ever because of where the internal routing tube ended etc... So maybe 5 min or so if the bike in question had perfect routing; no cable issues, fray etc etc. The ease of AXS Reverb switching between bikes certainly puts it over the line of "I wouldn't mind taking a min to swap the post to the other bike" but I'd never consider doing that with a wired dropper, that's for damn sure. Each to his own I guess as to if you think it'd be worth the time for a wired dropper - I expect you don't think it's worth the time if you aren't doing it already ... But I'm a fan of the AXS stuff, generally (SRAM needs to put out a longer AXS dropper....)

I thought of this SQLabs reference pic when I saw Andrew's seat angle - he's actually running his tip-up compared to SQLabs recommended neutral level (if the pic isn't fooling me). I'm running a 6OX SQLabs seat with my Switchgrade

I'm a huge fan of the Halo Headbands, which have a silicone strip on the inside to redirect sweat to the sides. I sweat a lot riding and this works brilliantly as long as you get the right version for the amount you sweat. If I don't use it, pretty much guaranteed to drip sweat into the inside of my glasses. I think the Sweat Glide strip is a good idea, but I did take mine off my A3 and keep using my Halo Headband - current favourite version is Halo Super Wide.

I put on a light action WT just recently as I've left hand thumb joint issues... but your comment that V3 is much shorter throw might make me switch again, as that would be more comfortable I think. I don't want to push much before I get some instant dropper engagement...

Exactly. My left thumb joint is f*kd, and the AXS dropper action was amazing! But I took it off because I'm tall and 170mm just does not cut it for me. Get that stack height down and increase drop (and have a compatible SwitchGrade haha) and I'm back on AXS. And the 'massive step up in...product management' - Jesus Christ, give me a break - check yer battery whatever, it's minor and easy.

Agree that AXS 170 is just too short for taller dudes... Mine is sitting in my parts bin as a spare as I moved over to the OneUp 210 (reduced to accomodate the Switchgrade, which is something the AXS seatpost can't accommodate as well)....

I'd really really like to try these, but won't give up my RevGrips - just need a little RevGrips / LoamLab collab so the outer lock-on is a CounterPunch end of the RevGrip.  Maybe some day!.....

Thanks for the comparison to Stage, which is my current go-to. I normally HATE climbing with pads pulled up, but Stage has been fine for me to do big rides (incl recent Stone King Rally multi day big sufferfest) with pads on the whole time. However, upper leg gripper silicon slowly has less grip and needs pulling up once in a while. Chromag Rift is the only other pad (other than Dakine) which I'm interested in trying.

I just ordered the new Troy Lee Designs RockFight CE, which I'll use on moto and DH park days.... I like the D30 back (D30 insert is removable) and that one can remove the complete back (ie if I were wearing a pack which I thought was enough protection) and use the extra accessory back strap. There's 3 different versions on the website.

https://troyleedesigns.ca/products/rockfight-ce-chest-protector-black

"Gravel bikes make no sense coming from a MTB context. They make tons of sense coming from a road bike context. My gravel bike is faster, more comfortable, and safer than any road bike I've ever owned. "

That makes a bit more sense (though I still thinking hitting downhill gravel road washboard at 50+kph on a rigid gravel bike is something I have ZERO interest in). It's been in my mind to get rid of my road bike here in Whistler and switch to a gravel bike, which would give me slightly more options if I wasn't going to get on a mtb. But I would always rather mtb than road or gravel ride...

LOST at top or on Expresso - thin black leather dog leash, 5ft long. About 7:30pm on a night ride, Oct 15. if you find, pls pm or call 604-838-5378. Thanks!

my 2 cents as a long time Evil Revolt owner - I've been riding my Revolt for a few seasons (I have one of the early production models) - zero issues whatsoever. Same as some other friends who have Revolts from back then and are riding them still. I know there are others that have had issues and we are fortunate to still be riding our Revolts. It remains the best-riding DH bike I've ever been on or owned (and I've ridden numerous). Still love it. I hope Evil works its way out of its troubled past and into a position where it is, once again, shaking things up for the bigger bike brands. And that those unfortunate enough to have warranty issues get to enjoy an Undead! :)

Man, your question is identical to the one I was going to ask! Did Warner last year with a detour up windy pass and down. Going to try one lake further this year and land in Lorna. Have you gone on your trip yet? We're heading this weekend.

I've been recommended by my local friend that option #1 is hands-down the way to go. Do you have any gps map of your ride or know where to get one?

Cheers,

PM me your email for the .gpx files for Lorna/Deer/Gun and other rides there.

I did Lorna/Deer/Gun last weekend and there is more snow than usual on the north (up) side of Deer pass but less than one would expect. Funny enough, the snow on the south (descent) side of the pass was more of an impediment. Ps the wildflowers are pretty amazing right now. While you are there, be sure to do the Taylor/Windy/Spruce loop - the Windy descent to Spruce is in the best condition I've ever seen it.

Agree that Option 1 Deer pass is the way to go. Amazing view from the top of Deer Pass… and then a great downhill rip to the valley floor. Payback for the b1tch of a climb/hike to get to the top of Deer…

Amen.

Absolutely true.

…now with sound with majorly stuttering vid feed…..

same, sweet fa here in van. and i've got a fast connection. and two other friends at home are having troubles too - they have nothing now. complete incompetence…. how about some live dry runs before the finals? making sure your servers have capacity so they don't get overloaded? although i'm sure we'll see some excuse later….

hmmm. most of that bike looks like mine (sans the bar and pedals). unsure why the whole spec and pics i posted years ago doesn't show up. and looks like sticker and headtube badge got applied (funny, i still have the headtube badge kicking around that i was about to put on the bike)….

i'm going with …. Evil. Longshot guess? dunno…..
Add one more to the small but talent laden roster.

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