r/mountainbiking

Would like to sell my 2023 Salsa Cassidy Carbon XT. It’s had all major maintenance done in the last year. I’m in the PNW. Have it listed at 2699, knocked down to 2399. Absolute crickets out there on it.

It’s getting to the point where if I sell it for much less I’ll be spending a lot to replace it.

I’m way over biked, I’ve never truly pushed this bike to what it can do. One park day ever.

Any tips on selling or do I just keep it and just ride it? I’m not stoked on it as I need something more “jibby” then gnar sled.

A new HD 2” is $500. Is it worth it to buy some parts and keep it going or just buy a new rack? Insurance will only reimburse $200 after purchase.

Someone out there right now is debating on a budget bike or spending an extra 2-600 on a better bike or WHATEVER. I’m telling you right now spend that extra damn money. Because if you even like mountain biking a little bit you’ll get pretty good fast and you’ll quickly realize all the components on your bike suck ass and need to be upgraded then you’ll end up spending the same amount or more than the better bike and dealing with headaches. Sincerely, someone who will be upgrading bikes soon….after upgrading most the components already

Is it possible to turn my XC hardtail into a Trail aggressive worthy hardtail bike?

Specs

Frame: 2011 Cannondale Trail 6 (in size Small)

Rims: WTB SX24 (26er with stainless steel spokes)

Hubs: Shimano QR hub

Brakes: Shimano MT200

Tires: Maxxis Larsen TT 26x2.35 (updated version, not the newer Race TT)

Drivetrain: Shimano Deore M592, Shimano acera FD

BB: Shimano Octalink

Fork: 2012 Rockshox Recon Silver TK (definitely an air model)

Let me know your opinions in the comments!

Thank you in advance

After I fractured my wrist riding and crashing it, I had to get a green cast

My worst fear realized. Accident with bike on the back of the truck. Rack is destroyed but not too sure about the frame. Have to get it checked out but I think the frame is bent. I backed int a Prius in a congested parking lot. I am so disgusted with myself!

Canyon spectral with upgraded fork to a zeb ultimate and upgraded wheels to race face affect r

Nothing much to say. Just enjoying the fun of exploring.

Yeti sb 115 it’s right at the seat post, like below it near the rear shock as u can see the curve in the bottom right 2023 model got it in 10/28/23
, and I have been riding and racing it pretty hard since then.

I have visited the valley twice. Stayed in Aosta for a few days and La Thulie for a day. Didn't really explore any of the other town in the area. I know up valley Courmayeur and Morgex are nicer ski resorts.

My wife and I are looking to change up something in our lives. We have dreamed about living in Italy for awhile. She can get citizenship through her Grandma. We've lived in the same small town in Colorado for the last decade+. The town is about 25k and the surrounding area is 55k. We enjoy small mountain town life. We're both mountain bike 2-7x a week. That is what originally brought us to Aosta.

I am looking at Aosta because its similar size to the town we currently live in. Good mountain access. I like the idea that we can get on the Gondola from town and go to Pila and ride easily during the week. I would like to spend next summer in the valley to try it out. Our child will be 1.5 years old by then.

What is it like living in Aosta and the surrounding area? We would like to meet some people closer to our age and similar in life, 30s with kids. Are there many young adults in the area or do they all leave? Are rentals hard to come by?

How to put this back. And where. I don't know what is this called. Thank you

I somehow chipped two teeth on the largest gear of my cassette so I ordered a new cassette, deraliur, and shifter, (got a good deal on the set) and now I’m stuck at the point of should I replace everything now or run it until it won’t run anymore? What do you guys think I should do?

Hey all, looking at doing my first frame up build and torn between two frames. The Marin Alpine Trail XR and the Commencal Clash Pure White. Both have similar specs but the Marin seems to have more adjustment plus the frame comes with a shock whether as the Commencal doesnt. Anyone have experience with either of these?