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Jcmonty
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Jcmonty ethirteen's article
Apr 29, 2026 at 22:05
Apr 29, 2026
e*thirteen Launches New Grappler Tire Lineup Including Radial Options
@hamncheez: I am liking the new romy from schwable for the rear after running the Albert for the past year. Romy is definitely faster feeling, still super grippy, and feels a bit more supportive at lower pressures than I had the Albert.
Jcmonty Dario-DiGiulio's article
Apr 16, 2026 at 9:48
Apr 16, 2026
First Ride: The Forbidden Dreadnought E Feels Like a DH Bike with a Motor
This bike definitely will be super capable. I have the “OG” Druid lite (600wh) bumped to 160/150 . It’s easily as capable as an older , lighter 170/170 bike I had, while retaining playfulness for trail rides
So more aggro on the geo, 180/170… it’s going to be a monster.
Jcmonty Dario-DiGiulio's article
Apr 15, 2026 at 10:00
Apr 15, 2026
Specialized Launches Radial Tire Lineup
@Jwimmer: ftw I echo the sentiment with the radials being “that much better”. As a maybe-slightly-above average rider, the grip and feel of these tires has changed my confidence levels massively. And it sounds like one of the main detractors (lateral support ) has been improved with these new schwable and specialized versions
Bonus for me is the longevity of these ties. Zero punctures or issues (schwable Albert gravity ) in almost a year of riding. My rear Albert is getting pretty worn at 800 miles on an Ebike , but it still grips well. Most I have ever gotten out of a tire.
Jcmonty mattbeer's article
Feb 11, 2026 at 13:48
Feb 11, 2026
Vee Tire Co. Rolls Out Three Radial Tires for Gravity Bikes
I have used radial tires for the past year on all terrain types. If you run more pressure than you normally would - they are still great at the bike park (at my humble speeds). But they excel for trails (dry, rocky, loose, hero dirt, hard pack) that I have tried.
In fact the schwable Alberts I have run are the best tires for me I have ever run. I have 700 miles on my rear on a emtb , and it’s still super rideable even with substantial wear. No punctures or flats the entire time. Gravity casing, is probably the main reason there.
They are heavy (emtb for me.. so not a huge deal), and at lower pressures, you can get squirm on high g berms. But that’s super tuneable
Jcmonty stephanepelletier's article
Jan 29, 2026 at 8:33
Jan 29, 2026
Video: Remy Metailler Reveals Vorsprung as Suspension Partner
Same. still in the honeymoon phase with mine, but immediately noticeable improvement over my stock super deluxe air (which tbh, felt pretty darn great). The suppleness and lack of friction is best I have experienced. Different bikes , but I had an online, which was plush but never had the support I was hoping for (might have been kinematics). Also had an ext storia v3 (different bike again). Sporty and controlled, but I never got the plush feeling I was looking for .
Telum feels like the combo of those two designs’ positives. And I haven’t really even have messed around with the settings too much yet
Jcmonty mikekazimer's article
Jan 28, 2026 at 10:59
Jan 28, 2026
The New Orbea Rallon RS Almost Isn't An eMTB. Is That What Riders Want?
@ihertzler: I bought mine right when they launched (expensive AF, and yeah I am fortunate to be able to do that!). But man the drop off for those prices is steep, especially considering 2021 dollars vs today
Funny thing is that even if the motor and battery start to go at some point, I have considered swapping it to normal mtb as I saw a company that can do that conversion. then I would have a 37lb ish , still relevant enduro or park smashers
Jcmonty mikekazimer's article
Jan 27, 2026 at 8:45
Jan 27, 2026
The New Orbea Rallon RS Almost Isn't An eMTB. Is That What Riders Want?
Funny.. thinking the same thing. My KSL is now my backup bike because I didn’t think there was a market. Plus, it’s still a damn good bike
Jcmonty seb-stott's article
Jan 22, 2026 at 9:58
Jan 22, 2026
The New Forbidden Heathen is a Titanium Hardtail With Proportionate Chainstays
I use my banshee paradox as my DJ at the local park. The bonus perk is that I can blame my lack of any ability out there on the bike vs my skills.
Jcmonty Dario-DiGiulio's article
Dec 27, 2025 at 13:11
Dec 27, 2025
Review: Crestline RS181 - The Speedy Shape Shifter
@cogsci: I lucked out and had one pre ordered on the first go. The lite is amazing , but I would go with a core too if that’s what was available . The 600wh battery is enough for me, but my rides are rarely over 2 hrs, and I tend to ride auto mode vs the more power hungry modes . coming from an SL, the auto mode is more than enough for everything
