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Like many of you have said already, I'm pretty pumped that Nukeproof seams to be focused on solid, proven tech. All killer no filler. That Scout looks tits. Can I say tits here?

All in alI I enjoyed this article. That being said, I won't be taking any of the advice offered in it. I'm a firm believer in balance and I think this piece teeters heavily on the side of irresponsible.Save a little bit longer and then buy that new bike. Meanwhile, you'll be crafting your skills on the shit bike you already have. This is a good thing. Live within your means and save where you can. There are consequences for your actions. When you don't pay your bills, you make everyone else's rates increase. This is all too evident with the current sate of healthcare in the US. People are irresponsible, get hurt, go to the hospital, and never pay those hospital bills. Hospital has to make up for that loss, healthcare costs increase. I'm all for the post-ride beer. That is, when I'm through riding. I absolutely understand accidents happen. However, scenario: I'm riding down a trail. In the zone. Feeling it. I end up going head on with someone on the up. Sucks, but shit happens. Wait a sec. Homeboy reeks of weed. Or a couple empties fall out of dude's backpack during the crash. I'm going to be pissed and I'm going to blame it on the substance. Just the way it is. Maybe he looked down for a second in an attempt to pray to the climbing gods for some strength to get to the top. We've all been there right? Or maybe it was slowed reaction time due to being buzzed or stoned. Point is that that hypothetical rider put themselves in a shitty position because of the decisions he or she made pre-ride. This is a much less extreme version of drinking and driving. One might say "That's their choice." Thing is there are other people on the road. I'm all for setting ambitious goals. And I agree that without unrealistic goals, we wouldn't have half of the incredible advancements that we have today. But maybe it's best to keep some of those goals to yourself. Be humble about it. How does the saying go? Less talk more rock? Speak softly and carry a big stick? If you're constantly blabbering on about these extreme and ambitious goals but failing to follow through, there will come a time when your word doesn't carry as much weight. People will stop taking you seriously. I think it's also important to be respectful of your significant other. Odds are if you're in a functional relationship, your boo is badgering you about what time you'll be home because you're out doing a fairly dangerous activity in mountain biking and they care about you and your well being. Do them a favor and communicate. With today's technology it takes all of about 10 seconds to send a text saying all is well and you'll be home a little late. Finally, I think it's easy to say to hell with it right now. Easy isn't always good. I think it's much harder to look down the road and set yourself up for success and happiness later in life. I'd be willing to bet if you were able to ask someone near the end of their life they'd say spend more time with family and friends. Take care of yourself so that you're around long enough to do the things you love. Missing your daughters birthday to ride is pure bullshit. Straight up. Buy hey, different strokes for different folks.

This! This is what it's all about.