Woodstock Bikes has a sizing chart on their site to help customers figure out what frame size is right for them. So according to this chart, I should be riding a 15.5 for the 505 and a 16.5 for the 707. But the funny thing is, I’ve ridden bikes that are 15.5 and it just…
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When we were running a commuter site, RL sent me the Fezzari Abajo Peak to have fun with. I have to tell you, the Abajo Peak has been my ride of choice. I have 5 different mountain bikes in my stable, but every time I go for a ride, I use the Abajo Peak. I…
One of our readers, 29er666 has supported Travis’ claim that Wes William was the first guy to manufacture a 29er bicycle. He has submitted a couple of comments with links to an article from Dirt Rag AND a video. So, after doing more research myself, it looks like Travis and 29er666 were RIGHT. No, we…
At the 2006 Interbike, I sat down with Andy Corson of Surly Bikes and we talked about fixed gear bikes. I mentioned to him that I have a Redline 925 that I use for my daily errands. Then he mentions to me that he’s got a FIXED GEAR MOUNTAIN BIKE. I repeated what he said…
Yesterday I installed the Ahrens Bicycles’ WiseCracker Bottle Opener on the Fezzari Abajo Peak. This little bad boy will be going through a series of rigorous tests. Something that I’m more than willing to perform. The WiseCracker doesn’t appear to get in the way if you use a saddle bag or lower the seat. It…
NOTE TO SELF: Invite 10 women next time so at least one shows up. So it was kind of a bummer to get those cancellation phone calls at 6:45am this morning. I am sure you have all been there yourself. Stuff happens, but I still went out and had myself a good time. So this…
The folks of Bike Medicine sent us a degreaser called, Golden Degreaser. Here’s the specs: * Industrial strength performance for maximum efficiency * Ultra fast degreasing and cleaning action * Ultra fast water wash-off * Non-poisonous and biodegradable * Convenient folding spout, dispenses a controlled flow * Designed to be used full strength * Makes…
For as long as I can remember I’ve always wanted to get a helmet cam. But dude, those things are way too expensive for my budget. So I decided to make my own by using my current digital camera and about $1.97 in parts from Wally World. I bought 1/4″-20 x2″ machine screws, 3/8×1-1/2″ fender…
This morning I headed out to one of my favorite trails in Southern California, Aliso/Woods Canyon. I took a bunch of pictures during my ride to document what I did. All I have to say is that I had such a blast! Riding a 29er through some baby heads, switchbacks, and berms was definitely fun.…
Yeah, sure there are some. Wheel Weight Probably the biggest disadvantage the 29 inch wheels have over their 26 inch brethren is that a larger wheel equates to more wheel weight. A 29er wheel made from the same material as a 26 inch wheel will always weigh more. Therefore, the lightest 29er wheels will weigh…