Hi all! I’m the proud new owner of a used Scott Scale 965.

The one issue/blemish I’ve found is a ~25mm rock strike on the rear rim. It tore the aluminum just above the bead seat, so given the wire bead tires (29x2.25” Rekon Race) I figure I have a few rides to get it sorted.

The rims are ETRTO 622-19 (yes, I made sure it’s 19) which seems super narrow for MTB wheels. I want to go tubeless and maybe slightly fatter tires (2.3 or 2.4?) in the future.

Does it make sense to go a bit wider or keep the narrow rim for the overall feel of the bike? Any recommendations for a replacement rim? I’ve seen WTB i19 suggested.

I know that Fuel EX stack height/angle isn't that low/steep. Is it a whole separate/new fork with like 120mm of travel maybe? Or does that look like the stock fork and they bricked it somehow (maybe not even aired up and its just resting there).

Listing photo: https://i.imgur.com/bbkTGto.jpeg

Just got done riding due to part failure, I have a newer style Specialized StumpJumper, any recommendations on a new hub/replacement part ideas?

Do you commonly get a big discrepancy between stated trail elevations (total elevation gained) and what your fitness tracker says? Which one do you think is more accurate?

Hey guys,

I am looking for a new Bike. I ride a Bergamont Grandurance Gravel Bike, which I very much like. But it’s not ideal for single trails and bigger rocks and roots. Also I want to ride longer tours in the alps (ca. 80-100km, 2000m up) I am thinking fully, but is that really necessary? I fear a e-mtb would be to close to me gravel bike.

What am I looking for? E-MTB

Where will I ride? German and Austrian alps, gravel paths, few asphalt roads, single trails, no bikeparks

What am I willing to pay? Around 3500€

Anything in mind? Canyon Grand Canyon On 9 looks interesting

My main focus rn is to decide between fully and hardtail

Thanks

What would i need to swap from grip shifters to trigger shifters?

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I’m considering buying this in 1.25. My question is if I get a different hitch size in the future is it easy to upgrade to the 2” size?

Like the title says,

Does anyone know if Alta racks have a Memorial Day sale? Looking to pick one up in the near future, but wouldn’t mind save a few dollars.

Thanks!

Hey all! I got my first mountain bike last week and it already has around 20 miles on it. I’ve watched some videos and know some basic skills to learn, but I need some shoes that are more comfortable than sneakers where I’m getting the pedal pressure point. I am an experienced road rider and ended up needing custom Bont shoes.

So what’s the best MTB shoe for a wide foot?

Thanks!

Anyone have experience traveling to and riding around Monterey?

I'm thinking of converting my 2022 RM instinct to tubeless. The rims are Tubeless ready but the 29"2.4 WTB Trail Boss tyrd say "only use with tubes". I cant find anywhere a non TCS WTB Trail Boss so is this something that comes on the tyres that bike manufacturers get?

What is the most likely reason for the tyre saying to only use with tubes? I can wait to do the conversion until I wear out the tyres but only ride once a week at best on blue trails.

I have a small pop-up with water, electric (with AC), but no shower or bathroom. Any ideas you have for camping that isn’t tucked in between huge RV’s? I’m going second weekend of June. TIA.

Hi

I want to get a new sram dub bsa bottom bracket 73mm. A quick search on the net only revealed a standard component.

https://www.biketart.com/products/sram-bottom-bracket-dub-threaded?variant=40808828600499

No idea what the bearing type is on the above link as its not listed. I would like at least stainless steel. Not sure how much one with ceramic bearings is, £200+?

I found very few alternatives online (at least for the UK). Just one from uberbikes.

Let me know if I missed a trick in how to search for these.

I am 174 cm tall and Male. My bike Size M came with 680mm handlebar which is a little bit narrow. I want to upgrade the handlebar, but which size and which brand?

Hey guys, I am looking to buy a new MTB and I narrowed it down to these three bikes:

Cube Attention 2024 Scott Scale 980 2024 Trek X-Caliber 8 2023

The Trek Merlin 8 was also on my list but the shop has sold them out unfortunately.

I like riding on forest paths and light trails. Nothing very technical for the time being. Which bike would you choose? Or are there better alternatives in these price ranges?

So I currently have a Scott genius 950 in an M size however I've been told the frame is too small for me and I should look at getting a bigger frame. I was wondering if I would be fine to continue riding even if I'm to big for the frame (I'm 6'1ish so a couple inches to big). I really would rather not get a new frame.

I'm on nylon platforms now that need replacement. I used to ride SPD 20 years ago and I'm now middle aged getting back into the sport. It's a lot harder in your 40s and bikes are totally different now. I'm looking at clipless pedals that also have platforms with the thinking I can unclip in technical sections when I'm still getting back the muscle memory. I used to have knee issues when I was younger but I haven't had any issues at all the last 2 years since I've gotten back into riding, it very well could have been the SPD's.

I ride a Ripmo AF (definitely over biked for my skill level). Most of my riding is blue single track that is more XC style. My goal is to do bigger rides so I'm thinking the efficiency of clipless might be a good move.

I'm looking at the crankbros Mallet E. Let me know what you all recommend. I might also wuss out and get another pair of Chesters 😅

I'm on nylon platforms now that need replacement. I used to ride SPD 20 years ago and I'm now middle aged getting back into the sport. It's a lot harder in your 40s and bikes are totally different now. I'm looking at clipless pedals that also have platforms with the thinking I can unclip in technical sections when I'm still getting back the muscle memory. I used to have knee issues when I was younger but I haven't had any issues at all the last 2 years since I've gotten back into riding, it very well could have been the SPD's.

I ride a Ripmo AF (definitely over biked for my skill level). Most of my riding is blue single track that is more XC style. My goal is to do bigger rides so I'm thinking the efficiency of clipless might be a good move.

I'm looking at the crankbros Mallet E. Let me know what you all recommend. I might also wuss out and get another pair of Chesters 😅

Hey. I need to buy a 28T Wolf Tooth camo chainring and I cannot find a 28T Drop Stop ST anywhere in U.S. retailers.

I've read the compatibility charts on the WT site. However, is it possible to run a Drop Stop B with a 12 speed Shimano chain in the real world? I'm curious if it "works," not so much if it is a 100% perfect/optimized for HG+.

Much appreciated. Cheers!

I think I narrowed down my search and not going to go with the Specialized Stumpjumper as originally planned, now I am starting to lean more towards to YT Jeffsy (Core 1 or 2), or the Salsa Blackthorn from REI.

Ultimately I am liking the YT Jeffsy more but the Salsa Blackthorn comes with a dropper post and the fact I will be getting it through REI I feel like I will have more peace of mind as far as warranty issues might go. I would be ordering directly through YT themselves so I would have to assemble, and then buy a dropper post and probably have that professionally installed.

I had a lot of suggestions to check out the Ibis Ripley AF, but I think it is just a little bit outside of my price range.

Any advice from anyone that has any of these bikes?

• The type of riding will you be doing. : I am going to be riding some trails and jumps
• Where you will be riding. : in the Czech Republic
• Your budget (with included currency). : Around 1K USD or 25K CZK
• What you like/didn't like about your current bike. : I dont like the fork
• Your experience level and future goals. : So, i can jump and ride fairly well but i still havent ridden something super big, which i will be wanting to ride in the future

I was wondering what suspension forks I could get for under $200. My tire size is kinda niche so I haven’t been able to find any.

I am noticing on prolonged rides, I get numbness in my hands (specifically, my thumb, index and middle fingers). The numbness lasts weeks. During rides, my hands also get extremely sore. I have tried numerous grips and none have made any difference (Ergon GA3s, PNW Loam XL).

I had a bike fit done, and got told that while the seat/pedals and everything else was fine, I was leaning forward too much and putting too much weight on my hands. They said I could raise the handlebars which might help.

So here's the problem: I don't have enough room on my steerer for any more spacers, AND the existing handle bar I have already has 40mm of rise.

So, what are some suggestions and solutions to raise my handlebars? Could I maybe do something with the stem, or are there any higher rise stems maybe? Honestly, I am open to ALL solutions as I am pretty desperate to rid the pain... Would love to hear all your suggestions, including any good high rise handle bars or stems!

Ty all in advance! :)

Edit: for reference, I am 6'0" 200lb, and apparently, my wingspan is 2" more than my height.

Have a old 26" wheel kona dawg. and the original air fork is showing its age. i have to pump it back up to hold air from time to time.

I was just wondering if anyone has converted to a 650b front wheel does it show much of an advantage rolling over things. i think my days of serious downhill are past me. simply rocking this old bike. i have replaced the brakes and rear shock already.. and was looking for imput on a fork.

ive never replaced seals or anything. would a new fork that would fit a new bigger wheel throw off the geometry too much or just be a waste of money.

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