Answer Protaper 720 Am Riser Bar
The Good
1. Incredible rise height, backs weep, width, and up sweep 2. Lightweight for an aluminum bar 3. Strong 4. Price
The Bad
Absolutely nothing
Overall Review
When I first saw the ProTapers, I loved the looks and all of the angles seemed to add up to a madcomfortable bar. The first thing that is noticeable is how strong the bars are. I've ridden off of large drops and over scary rock gardens and there is no flex at all. The ProTaper technology really does make the bar stronger. The weight is respectable but if you are a weight weenie and you need under 250 grams, you might want to opp for the lighter but pricier carbon model (205-225 grams). All of
Answer Protaper 720 Am Riser Bar
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Kenda Nevegal Tire
The Good
1. Grippy knobs
2. Fast rolling
3. Durable middle knobs
4. Good protection from punctures
The Bad
1. Somewhat unstable sidewalls
2. Slightly heavy for its class
Overall Review
I have had the Nevegal DTC for a few months now and I can say, it is one of the versatile tires I have ridden. I recently switched from a much lower profile tire and the larger blocks dig into the loose dirt very nicely. Despite having such good dirt penetrating abilities, the Nevegals roll very well on hard-pack dirt due to its L3R (Low Rolling Resistance Rubber) and tightly spaced center knobs. When that dirt becomes sticky mud, it clears it out just fine but not as well as purpose built wet
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Crankbrothers M17 Multi-Tool
The Good
Slim and compact, reliable, contains all essential tools.
The Bad
Chain tool is uncomfortably small. Prone to rusting. 8mm hex key is not very useful.
Overall Review
I've been using this tool for trail repairs and even occasional garage work for four years without any serious problems. It fits easily in a jersey pocket or saddlebag. It includes various sizes of hex keys, a T25 torx key, flat and Philips screwdrivers, a chain tool, and spoke wrenches.I haven't had a problem with any of the bits rounding.The hex keys are great, although the 8mm seems unnecessary because the tool is too short to provide the kind of leverage needed with most 8mm hex bolts. The
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2012 Trek Session 9.9
The Good
Weight, geometry and almost endless geometry options, strength, carbon fiber, stiff, options for wheel spacing, comes with standard headset installed and a Cane Creek Angleset in the box! Internal cable routing option, built in fork bumpers, carbon frame protection.
The Bad
Price, shock.
Overall Review
This is for frame review only so cannot comment on the stock spec list. This frame is the best I have ridden to date. I upgraded from the Aluminum Session 88 DH and yes there was a very noticeable difference due to the instant 2lb drop and carbon fiber's reaction to rough terrain. I had to change all my compression and rebound settings. I have a fully custom build that I swapped straight over from the aluminum. The frame is not a plower like others I have ridden in the past. The weight allows it
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Straitline Silent Guide Bashring
The Good
Super quite clean awesome look no problems in any weather!
The Bad
the setup guide it comes with is not the proper way to set it up, make sure when you install it both top and bottom sliders touch the chain to ensure the silent effect and runs as smooth as possible
Overall Review
Best guide ever silent, andreliable tired many guides and this one works the best I love it you need it!
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FOX 40 FIT RC2 2011 Fork
The Good
Durable, stiff, plush and friction free feeling fork
The Bad
After 2 years of riding I can't find any flaws
Overall Review
Review is about the 2009 RC2 Fox 40, not the Kashima FIT version. Overall I think it’s fair to say that the Fox 40s have been getting pretty great reviews both on this site and most others. There is just something about this fork that gives it that buttery endless feel along with unbeatable stiffness and quality. The other really great thing about this particular fork is the adjustability, and how users can really create a custom feel to the fork depending on their weight, riding style and
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