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• @lvido • 1 month ago

Old bike but gold!

The only downside is the BB30. But it`s easy to convert it back to BSA + BB52

• @lvido • 1 month, 2 weeks ago

EXA Form KS900i - Rock Solid!

## Install I won't say it's easy - because it requires fiddling to get the cable housing length correct. But any cable operated / internly routed seatpost will face the …

• @lvido • 1 month, 4 weeks ago

Van Rysel RCR: Amazing helmet for the price!

I've been very happy with the Van Rysel RCR-F MIPS so far. I bought it at Decathlon in-store. I made sure to try many helmets and at least 2 sizes. …

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Strada R • 1 month ago
Old bike but gold!

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The only downside is the BB30. But it`s easy to convert it back to BSA + BB52
KSP900i • 1 month, 2 weeks ago
EXA Form KS900i - Rock Solid!

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## Install I won't say it's easy - because it requires fiddling to get the cable housing length correct. But any cable operated / internly routed seatpost will face the same problem. The only complaint is the cable stopper that hooks into the internal actuator. We can't use the cable head - it's too big. So we must use the providad cilinder and screw stopper. I fear the screw may come loose someday and the cable will slip. I just added Loctite - I hope it won't slip ## Lever The provided lever is very basic. It pivots around a pin. It does not provide Shimano's I-Spec EV integration. This is no a deal breaker for most - but my bike has I-Spec levers - and I wanted the clean looks. I recommend a Shimano dropper lever - for the OEM look. Or this ZTTO oversized roller-bearing lever - for the ultimate smooth operation ## Length and Travel 345mm / 100mm travel. I'm 176cm tall with a 81cm inseam. 170mm cranks and 71~72cm seadle height. The dropper seat at the minimum insert limit. So this is a big win IHMO. Minimum weight penalty. And 100mm is perfect for XCM rides. I recon this only 300g over a carbon fixed post. A very small penalty. Check [EXAForm 900i video-review](https://youtu.be/boHXHUtCra4)
Van Rysel RCR-F Mips • 1 month, 4 weeks ago
Van Rysel RCR: Amazing helmet for the price!

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I've been very happy with the Van Rysel RCR-F MIPS so far. I bought it at Decathlon in-store. I made sure to try many helmets and at least 2 sizes. I used to were a 54 (M), with is a little too big. This new helmet I made sure I got a 52 (S) The fit is comfortable, the adjustment system feels secure, and despite its aero design, ventilation has been more than adequate. The magnetic closure it very nice. The finish and overall build quality feel are very good. The finish is a little prone to stains - if your hands a dirty - it may stain the helmet. Another downside (or upside depending on your POW), the Van Rysel branding are sticker and they peal easily. Excellent value for money, this is an easy recommendation.
Eggbeater 1 Clip-In Pedals • 2 months ago
Why I ride Eggbeaters and not Shimano's SPD?

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Eggbeaters: - Lighter - Easier do unclip - Works better on mud Shimano SPD (M520) - BOMBPROOF!!!
Tires & Tubes • 2 months ago
My honest opinion on Barzo vs Mezcal

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## My honest opinion on Barzo vs Mezcal: My BMC Twostroke came with Barzo / Barzo tire. They are great tires for XC - Fast and grippy. How only how side are the sidewalls a little too thin - my riders had slashed etc... I never had slashes on the sidewals - because the terrain if area does not have too much rocks / shape edges. Another downside how the behave on low pressures (20psi or less). They tend to fold the sidewall on corners - which is scarry AF! I don't like Barzos on harpack+dry/loose. This is very typical conditions in my area. They have the tendendy to understeeer / wash out the frontend. When the rear barzo got worn-out, I swap it for the old-front Barzo (with about 1/2 of tread-life left). And got a brand new Mezcal in the front. I fell Mezcal is a better match for my riding conditions. I don't feel they are much faster them Barzo - but the perform much better on dry. Riders usual setup is Barzo Front / Mezcal Rear. My bike is setup the other may around right now! My plans is to run Mezcal /Mezcal