Big Wheels: Autumn Feels - Video

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johnnygolucky (Nov 16, 2017 at 11:59)

Couldn't help but chuckle at the slow motion parts, where a close up of Intense can be clearly read and the woman in the song keeps singing over and over "are we ever going to get this right?".

Just a funny coincidence is all. No judgment.

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ICAS (Nov 16, 2017 at 11:28)

That's one ugly paint job

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corvus1 (Nov 18, 2017 at 6:52)

are they "...ever going to get this right?"

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BenPea (Nov 16, 2017 at 12:17)

"the love every mountain biker has for cooling temperatures and fall conditions"
Bullshit, my bike's dead to me right now. First time on new skis made life worth living again today though.

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ecologist (Nov 17, 2017 at 7:43)

Haha! I was thinking same...snowing right now, in fact.

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emilio333 (Nov 19, 2017 at 6:48)

This whole argument is so stupid and pointless. Just ride what works for you and leave it at that. Plenty of people ride 26. Plenty of people ride 27.5. Plenty of people ride 29. There is no right or wrong. They each have their ups and downs and the choice between them should be based strictly on rider preference. If you’re thinking of buying one or the other, demo and test them all for crying out loud. Then choose for yourself and don’t try and brainwash other riders with you personal bias.

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eblackwell FL (Nov 16, 2017 at 10:34)

This guy has really huge arms, super impressed by the girth of his biceps.

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rustyhorse (Nov 16, 2017 at 12:06)

He's also wearing a tshirt and shorts so it's not autumn - you've gotta be 50-40s and in a sweat or hoodie to get my attention...climate change

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lawnweenies1 (Nov 16, 2017 at 12:07)

He most likely juicing from the looks of it

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DONKEY-FELTCHER (Nov 16, 2017 at 13:41)

Karate kid arms

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IntoTheEverflow (Nov 16, 2017 at 19:24)

Natural bodies should be mocked. Well done.

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simenf (Nov 17, 2017 at 0:39)

This is real world trail riding by someone I could easily imagine being a better version of me. Inspiring! Not some over-the-top enduro-bro with massive airs and roosts everywhere. Some pretty nice moves there, too.

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dkidd (Nov 16, 2017 at 12:28)

Man, great minds think alike! A lot of those shots are reeeeally familiar!

https://www.pinkbike.com/video/481051/

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vinnylow (Nov 16, 2017 at 14:12)

I think there's huge benefits to the new 28.25" wheel size.. And the new 105mm semi-boost spacing is just the right stiffness / weight savings to inspire endless amounts of confidence.

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betsie (Nov 17, 2017 at 3:05)

I watched the video with an open and clear mind... thinking my next bike might be a 29er if and when I change from 26.
Didnt expect to watch a video where the bike struggled to hold a nice line though the corner (this part was quite painful to watch), this had nothing to do with the wheel size, but the fact that the guy had his for setup for a 5st child. The fork spent its time bottomed out, I would love to see the video of where the bike can talk for this video... Everyone likes a different setup but I feel that with a slightly better setup the bike would have held the bermed corners slightly better and would have allowed him to exit the corners quicker and hold the line better.

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graeme187 (Nov 17, 2017 at 5:52)

26 to 29 you won't be disappointed. Coming from someone who spent 15 or so years DH riding 26, I wanted a change, everything you expect is true in terms of mechanical grip and poise, but they rip corners and jumps just as easy as 26, as long as you set up

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casman86 (Nov 17, 2017 at 9:16)

I wouldn't go from 26 to 29. I'm 6'3" and went from 29 to 27.5. I thought I would go back to 29 with the newest generation of bikes given my height but comparing back to back at demos 27.5 feels much more natural. I haven't seen any real fast riders here on 29 and have seen others switch back to 27.5 as well.

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vinnylow (Nov 17, 2017 at 10:46)

@casman86: I agree, there might be slight increase to roll-over speed with 29, but I think 27.5 is way more capable (in all-around applications). If straight speed is your goal, then the 29 might come out on top. For most casual riders, or even amateur races, 27.5 is ideal for controlled speed, and stability. That's my take on it. But honestly, if you have a 26" you're still stoked to ride, just keep riding it!

And yeah, this guy just look like he's riding too large a bike for his size, looks like he's having a hard time maneuvering.

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wolftwenty1 FL (Nov 17, 2017 at 13:46)

The bike is not the problem at the skill level of Pinkbike commenters...

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north-shore-bike-shop (Nov 17, 2017 at 19:25)

i was 26" from birth to 2016. Did 2017 on 29" and my new 2018 trail bike is 27.5". Guys I'll let you in on a secret. They are all awesome. Just ride.

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betsie (Nov 18, 2017 at 12:37)

I do just build and ride.
Negative prop me if you wish for having an educated, proven opinion.
At my level it's pretty much all rider and training.
I am sticking with 26 for now. Next season looks fun. Scottish champs at Fort Bill again and national Champs at Glencoe... aim is medal in both. Fingers crossed keep my Scottish jersey. Might try world's too if I can stay fit. (Baby on way might be an issue though).

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MrBaker2u (Nov 20, 2017 at 22:55)

@graeme187: your riding has inspired me to go 29. Funny that you are on a carbine too!

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PinkyScar (Nov 16, 2017 at 7:29)

Yes, 29rs really did skirt the parameters of acceptance. Brillant analysis. Glad to know "it's over" now.

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pinhead907 (Nov 16, 2017 at 11:01)

Ya, that was really not some of the better writing I've read today. Nice riding and nice video, though.

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Ron-C (Nov 16, 2017 at 14:07)

Get ready, Bono is going to be doing a benefit for 29er awareness soon.

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notphaedrus (Nov 16, 2017 at 11:04)

God those 29ers look so slow and boring. Huh I hate them

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vinnylow (Nov 16, 2017 at 11:14)

clearly 29" propaganda..

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bohns (Nov 16, 2017 at 11:22)

Ya they really do suck.. Don't understand how anybody rides em... Getting rid of my Hightower LT Asap... Farking horrendous!

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Ricardo-Sa (Nov 16, 2017 at 12:48)

@bohns1: problem being that every year their super premium bike that you spent very hard back backing money to buy is rendered obsolete by new developments and you are lucky to get a penny out of it.

this is what really GRINDS people down!

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inter71 (Nov 16, 2017 at 13:38)

@bohns1: They ride them slow and low like in this video.

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Braindrain (Nov 17, 2017 at 5:25)

@bohns1: I've been confined to a 29er for my trail bike because of a great deal I got on the frame, and cannot yet justify a new build. I have been building up the hate and loosing confidence because it wasn't working in my local trails. I have recently 'detuned' the wheels by taking a quarter of a turn off every spoke. It has made a difference to the feel and it actually seems like it wants to track round tight berms now, and I'm more in control of the bike again.

So my conclusion is that there is way more to all this than simply the size of your wheels, it's just the easiest thing to blame.

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graeme187 (Nov 17, 2017 at 5:51)

@bohns1: as long as you're not braking in turns 29er rules

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flyerhead5 (Nov 16, 2017 at 16:27)

Autumn? All the leaves are green and its too hot to wear pads... Just saying.

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deathpedal (Nov 18, 2017 at 21:14)

Dude 29ers suck and can no way hang with 27.5 or 26. I am having such a terrible time on my Slash 29 that I don’t even want to sell it in fear that I may put the 29” wheeled burden on some poor fellow who fell for all this silly propaganda regarding increased traction and speed

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stinkywink (Nov 17, 2017 at 9:35)

Went from 26" to 29" stumpy and love it. Trail blaze and ride, oh and where a big smile ????

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mountainman24 (Nov 18, 2017 at 10:34)

is it just me? or do his handlebars look massively wide for some reason? new 34" bars?

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chuckseymour (Nov 18, 2017 at 15:23)

Sorry, this doesn't inspire me to ride a 29er. Way to keep trying though, bike industry!

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rosenbaum-j (Nov 17, 2017 at 5:16)

Get with it. The 29er revolution happend like 20 years ago.

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melodymaker FL (Nov 17, 2017 at 7:50)

Been a great fall of riding here on the north west coast

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slayersxc17 (Nov 19, 2017 at 12:39)

No gloves or knee pads, start em young

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bc308 (Nov 16, 2017 at 10:34)

The name of this MF song though...

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bc308 (Nov 16, 2017 at 10:36)

Get This Right - Lilly Hiatt

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pmorgan (Nov 21, 2017 at 5:59)

It just looks awkward.

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casman86 (Nov 16, 2017 at 17:59)

Awkward looking

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darren853 (Nov 16, 2017 at 12:09)

What ´s the reason for existence of high travel 29ers?

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pikebait2013 (Nov 17, 2017 at 16:25)

For Shaq to rip dh on obviously...lol