Just wanted to say hello to all. I just got back into MTB after years with no bike at all. I used to race BMX as a kid but have not had a decent bike in 10 years. Just bought the Trek 6000 the other day to start off. Been riding trails here in Alabama for a couple of weeks and I am getting addicted. Still learning, and working out the kinks of the bike but so far it is adequate. Things have changed since my biking days...disc brakes, presta valves, etc. I have found out most of the stuff people on here have already discussed.
The adjustment on the Rockshox Dart 1 does jack squat.
At 6'2" and 210 lbs, I need to get the back tire up and OVER trees and curbs or my weight on the hardtail easily makes tires go POP.
The Saris Bones bike rack leaves a mark when you forget it is hanging of the back of the Durango.
Wear eye protection on the trails. Ouch.
I will soon try clipless pedals.
I already want another bike, a FS bike this time, as the hardtail climbs well but definately bucks on the roots that adorn my local trails.
Headed out for a ride, if there is anyone in lower Alabama who wants to hook up for a ride out at USA or Chickasabogue, give a shout.
The adjustment on the Rockshox Dart 1 does jack squat.
At 6'2" and 210 lbs, I need to get the back tire up and OVER trees and curbs or my weight on the hardtail easily makes tires go POP.
The Saris Bones bike rack leaves a mark when you forget it is hanging of the back of the Durango.
Wear eye protection on the trails. Ouch.
I will soon try clipless pedals.
I already want another bike, a FS bike this time, as the hardtail climbs well but definately bucks on the roots that adorn my local trails.
Headed out for a ride, if there is anyone in lower Alabama who wants to hook up for a ride out at USA or Chickasabogue, give a shout.