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I will say, that policy applies to analog components too. I regret owning a shock I can't rebuild in a parking lot.

I've been warm to the idea of SL eBikes for a while now, with budget and space being my main hangups. 

And then you mentioned tech support. I will never put anything on my bicycle where I have to make a phone call to maybe fix it.

That last photo is bananas.

In defense of the expensive DJ bike:

If you put an 11-36 cassette on it, saint rear derailleur, and a telescopic seatpost, you actually have a decent commuter bike. That's what I did with my Voltage, before I sold it (and I very much regret clearing all my 26 parts out).

I was allowed to go mountain biking on Fromme and snowboarding on Grouse sans adult, with a friend, before I was allowed to hang out at the mall without an adult. Because of the community (and ski patrollers). We were equipped with first aid kits, tools, and the requisite knowledge. And importantly, my parents knew that the people around would keep an eye on us. They trusted the system.

I'm very proud to sit on the other side of that now and be able to support new and young riders, most of the time. Though sometimes I withdraw from that karmic bank (thank you Deniz!). 

Stop. Help people fix themselves or their gear. Have a snack with a stranger. 

And... In the last years I've started to differentiate between active and passive therapy. MTB is one hell of a passive therapy. I am the best version of myself when I bike lots.

Ha. Sorry I didn't click on it. I did read that line and imagine Jinya though.

Chromag hardtails have no limits, as far as mortals are concerned. Evidence, Jinya:

https://vimeo.com/25379880

Going back and forth between my Titan and Rootdown has helped push me. Titan is great for the worst conditions and Teeing up new moves. Build confidence. Then I come back to ride it on my Chromag.

I forgot about that one. It is discontinued :(

Yeah, I was surprised you didn't make any. I kind of appreciated it. 

The suspension setup is weird with staggered bikes. What you said resonates with me... The rear is not for grip, it's for not getting bucked when your rear wheel hangs up on a rock at the exit of a big move.

Awesome. 

This bike seems like a spiritual successor to the Banshee Wildcard and Transition Bottlerocket. Geometry to get you into trouble, suspension just to take the edge off. 

This is the type of bike I think more brands should make and more people should own. The fun is there, as is the skill building. It's certainly not down country. I think you're right..  let's embrace soft tail.

Had no idea! Rabbit hole begins...

FYI, as of last night Fromme Snow was right just above Lower Oilcan.

Costco wool shirts is back!