Ok so I have component questions just for future reference. I don't plan on upgrading much at the moment because I need to get my skill level up first but I do have a couple things in mind. First, I just got some clipless pedals. I'm a little nervous about learning to ride them but I feel like a little more efficiency in the pedaling would be nice. My next upgrade will be swapping out my mechanical brakes for hydraulic.
Here's where I have questions though. First, I notice some people prefer the full rigid over front suspension. What are the pros and cons there?
Also, I notice a lot of people talking about upgraded wheels. Is there a big performance difference or is it mostly a weight issue?
Is there a benefit to changing the drivetrain to a 2x... setup? I basically never use my 3rd ring up front so I'm wondering if that would benefit me only riding trails.
I have a 2014 Specialized Hardrock and I know it's not the fanciest or lightest bike out there. I do, on the other hand, think I'll be riding this bike for a solid 5ish years because even in motocross, I don't really see the need in buying the latest an greatest. I went the entry level route because I wasn't sure I would be totally committed but I have totally fallen in love with the sport. Is my bike worth upgrading over time if I plan to keep it that long? Or would it be like putting nice rims on a hoopty? I really like my bike a lot and I've always believed it's more about the rider than the bike but I also don't want to be throwing money away with upgrades on a bike that might not be worth it if you know what I mean.
Im sure I'll have more and these aren't really things I'm looking at changing right now. Like I said, I'll need to upgrade my skill level a lot before I upgrade my bike but I'd just like to know for in the future.
Here's where I have questions though. First, I notice some people prefer the full rigid over front suspension. What are the pros and cons there?
Also, I notice a lot of people talking about upgraded wheels. Is there a big performance difference or is it mostly a weight issue?
Is there a benefit to changing the drivetrain to a 2x... setup? I basically never use my 3rd ring up front so I'm wondering if that would benefit me only riding trails.
I have a 2014 Specialized Hardrock and I know it's not the fanciest or lightest bike out there. I do, on the other hand, think I'll be riding this bike for a solid 5ish years because even in motocross, I don't really see the need in buying the latest an greatest. I went the entry level route because I wasn't sure I would be totally committed but I have totally fallen in love with the sport. Is my bike worth upgrading over time if I plan to keep it that long? Or would it be like putting nice rims on a hoopty? I really like my bike a lot and I've always believed it's more about the rider than the bike but I also don't want to be throwing money away with upgrades on a bike that might not be worth it if you know what I mean.
Im sure I'll have more and these aren't really things I'm looking at changing right now. Like I said, I'll need to upgrade my skill level a lot before I upgrade my bike but I'd just like to know for in the future.