Much of this depends upon the terrain. I was riding on a logging road in northern Montana a few months ago and blew my rear derailleur hanger. I walked back...

My bike has bearings that have a "flap" rubber seal. I can see the BB's by just pulling the rubber back. Any opinions on squirting some Triflow into the BB's?...

Just Purchased a Giant NRS that came with Mavic X139 rims. I weigh about 300lbs and am wondering if these rims would be strong enough for me? I also have a...

I just bought a 2003 Giant NRS 3, which has a Rear Rock Shox SID. After cleaning it after it's first ride, I noticed a O-Ring at the bottom of the shock. Is...

Hello, I bought a cheap, but very light and fairly rugged bike at Target (Pacific Nomad).... I know it is hard to believe but this bike had a 6061 frames with...

Anyone know the model/name of the new 2004 Mongoose mountain bike sold at The Sports Authority? It's on sale for $399, msrp $799. It's black & white...

James wrote in message ... Per Löwdin wrote: I just mounted a few pix from...

What do u think about a 98 Giant Iguana, RST381 front suspension, STX rear derailer, alivio,v brack's -- rec.bicycles.off-road is moderated by volunteers. To...

This newbie is wondering why bar ends on (low-) riser bars are considered such a no-no. Is it something about the rise? (In which case, why should 3/4 of an...

Is the BLUR worth the extra wt and cost over the Superlight? Please comment. -- rec.bicycles.off-road is moderated by volunteers. To find help...

Mr Crud Rear Fixing Mud Guards: RRP: £14.99. 15 available at only £5.99. The last lot at this price. Buy now to avoid dissapointment. Copy/Paste:

"R R" wrote I have a relatively inexpensive Mountain Bike I bought several years ago for pleasure riding. Question is, could a...

I'm a rank beginner, and am in the market for a $300ish ATB. I'm monitoring Craigslist like a hawk, and am going to check out the LBSs. Tonight, however, I...

"SKBlaze" wrote in message ... Any recomendations on cross bikes that won't hurt...

Anyone know if you can upgrade the rear shock to one with a lockout on the '03 Gary Fisher Sugar 3? TIA. JP **************************** Fully...

I have a GF Joshua X0. (1998) The rear suspension is very bouncy (RockShox Deluxe). I want to get a new rear shock. Can I get recommendations and sources for...

me needs: lightweight strong rails - Ti or Mag? elastomers (yup, for shock absorption b/c a USE or f/s aint light enough) durability (my selle italia "sphere"...

Anyone out there riding in western, MA? I was riding a lot at bachelor st. Just moved to Belchertown and wanted info on trails in belchertown, amherst, 202...

I am looking for a bike shop with a 2004 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR or FSR comp in medium. Anyone have any good suggestions on finding a shop that might have...

You have to take a look at this Trek8500 with...