Questions, comments and criticisms
Hi Lee, I have an 05 Enduro and want to upgrade to a coil shock, from the 5th Element Air. In particular I’m interested in the new Cane Creek Double Barrel shock. I was wondering through your contacts if you have heard any reports or tried this shock on the new Enduro frame.
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Hey Lee,
I was just wanting some riding advice, how do you ride fast through rough, and/or steep stuff. When i pedal i push forward and that seems to be pushing me over the handle bars when it gets steep or rocky. What is the way to manage it? I do have your book but a mate of mine stole it and i havent seen him around to steal it back.
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In the battle of entry-level hardtails, who kicks whose ass?
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Lee,
Is there a formula for figuring out the best height, length, curvature and angle of a jump to achieve the longest distance and height? And what would be the differences if you had the angle of the take off at say 35, 45 and 55 degrees?
Lee,
Looking at possibly purchasing a Yeti 575. I am 5’8″ and a mid aggressive rider. I like to descend and climb Cross Country and Super D type riding. What else should I look at for comparison? Pros and cons?
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Question: Should I practice with flat pedals? Answer: Yes.
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A mechanical engineer wants to know how I calculated the impact forces for a bike drop. Yikes, here goes …
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A reader wants to know which software I use to create my snazzy track diagrams. It’s the same one I’ve used to create award-winning newspaper infographics.
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I was wondering what you need to do to advance from expert to semi pro? I couldn’t find the information anywhere in the norba book. I know in BMX you have to place 1-10 nag.
By the way your site is great. keep up the good work.
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I live in a town where just about nobody bikes. I was wondering if you could give trail building tips.
– Aaron
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The IMBA site has tons of info. Check it out.
I hope to post stories about building jumps, rollers and berms. Stay tuned.
— Lee
Hey Lee, how do you know what the rules are for mt cross & dual slalom gate starts on what is legal and not legal. I couldn’t find any info on the usacycling website.
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A young reader needs advice on picking a dirt jump bike and becoming confident enough to enjoy it.
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