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Old 06-10-2008, 08:30 AM   #11
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That would be it!

What are your thoughts on Specialized Bycyclist? I almost bought the Hoss.

+1. Hardrock is pretty good for larger folks, especially the Pro (with disc brakes). Just make sure that front fork is set up right.

Sometimes when mfg put forks on, if its spring preload, they'll leave the stock spring rates - fine for a 150-180lbs person, not so good if you're over 220lbs.

Some front forks just aren't right specs to handle the forward weight of larger folks, will dive really bad when you go downhill. And if you ever have a pretty hard front impact...I've seen a few blown seals on front forks on the larger sized bikes that didn't have the right front fork spec for larger folks.

If its for paved bike trails and light trail riding, its not an issue, but if you ride on mtb trails, beware.
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Old 06-10-2008, 08:37 AM   #12
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nice man, im jealous! i need to start riding my bike more.
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Old 06-10-2008, 08:54 AM   #13
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+1. Hardrock is pretty good for larger folks, especially the Pro (with disc brakes). Just make sure that front fork is set up right.

Sometimes when mfg put forks on, if its spring preload, they'll leave the stock spring rates - fine for a 150-180lbs person, not so good if you're over 220lbs.

Some front forks just aren't right specs to handle the forward weight of larger folks, will dive really bad when you go downhill. And if you ever have a pretty hard front impact...I've seen a few blown seals on front forks on the larger sized bikes that didn't have the right front fork spec for larger folks.

If its for paved bike trails and light trail riding, its not an issue, but if you ride on mtb trails, beware.
With my skill level, I stick to light off road trails. Nothing more than the occasional bunny hop.

I agree, the factory settings on the shocks weren't quite right for me. Im gonna head back out today.
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nice man, im jealous! i need to start riding my bike more.
Good exercise, I need to drop about 30 pounds myself.


I used to ride the bridal trails until I was told I could get into big trouble if I got caught.

Ran into a couple of coyotes, startled the heck outta' me.
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Old 06-10-2008, 09:08 AM   #15
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Good exercise, I need to drop about 30 pounds myself.


I used to ride the bridal trails until I was told I could get into big trouble if I got caught.

Ran into a couple of coyotes, startled the heck outta' me.
well yea, losing weight is a perk. but id also like to save monies!


whats a bridal trail?
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What do you pack when you ride?

The Glock 19?
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What do you pack when you ride?

The Glock 19?
You guessed it.


Thought about the LCP for this exact purpose. So far, I don't even notice the 19 though.
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whats a bridal trail?
Its where the rich people who own horses can walk them throughout the city metro parks. They're fun to ride mountain bikes on because of the uneven, and gravel/dirt filled paths.
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Thanks. Cool Avatar, I watch old A-team re runs on the net!

The 80's ruled!
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