Kiowa008
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Henderson , Nevada
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Kiowa008 mattbeer's article
Apr 19, 2023 at 13:11
Apr 19, 2023
First Look: Nukeproof Dissent Carbon Downhill Bike
@christiaan: 2025

Kiowa008 Mandownmedia's article
Apr 18, 2023 at 7:05
Apr 18, 2023
12 World Cup Riders' Race Bikes from the British National DH at Rheola
@bhowl: Interesting that at least from these 10 bikes it seems like O-Chain isn’t quite as popular as it was. Seemed like every bike check last year was full of them. Haven’t tried one so I can’t comment but I think it’s interesting all the same

Kiowa008 mikelevy's article
Jan 19, 2023 at 12:42
Jan 19, 2023
The Pinkbike Podcast: Things We (Sometimes) Miss About Older Bikes
When you over torque them, absolutely

Kiowa008 mikelevy's article
Jan 14, 2023 at 1:31
Jan 14, 2023
Interview: Rob Roskopp on Skateboarding, the Syndicate, & Leaving Santa Cruz
Look up what Porsche and VAG in general is doing to keep ICE racing alive. Cool stuff

Kiowa008 edspratt's article
Jan 12, 2023 at 3:22
Jan 12, 2023
Specialized Lays Off 8% of its Employees in "Organization Adjustment"
Man that’s some eloquent marketing vomit from the Dyson man himself. 120 measly salaries are slashed to absorb what may well be 1 new bike’s R&D costs without digging into profits. Hope it’s wildly Innovative lol…whatever it is. Shit is getting out of hand and greed is out of control. Been a Spec fan for close to 2 decades but all of this outside the industry influence is quickly and noticeably making it hard to support the industry as a whole. Think what you want about Sinyard but everyone has to retire at some point so I don’t blame him but how is a vacuum pusher the right fit for a bike company? First Real bike was an ‘08 Hardrock Sport followed by an ‘08 SX trail that was years ahead of its time. Lawsuits and such aside, they really were far ahead of the game while still supporting films from The Collective and then later Anthill Films. Seems a stretch for 120 jobs to be a deal breaker at this point. I’ll stop rambling now but f*ck this is frustrating when it’s only one small step of many in the wrong direction

Selling
Dec 18, 2022 at 20:37
Dec 18, 2022Surly Karate Monkey Blk Medium
$1200 USDMedium 2018 Surly Karate Monkey.
Hi viz black color. Some finish dulling from bag wear.
XT 770 cranks 175mm 32 tooth chain ring
XTR 985 brakes. Fairly new pads, freshly bled
SLX 11 speed
Sunrace 11-50 cassette
PNW Rainier 150 dropper
Wolftooth dropper lever
Sella Anitomica saddle
Surly sunrise bars
Salsa 40mm stem
Sunringle 45 rims 27.5+
Specialized purgatory tires 27.5x3.
Ergon ga2 grips
Extras
2 sunrace cassettes 11-50 and 11-46
Raceface cranks 170mm w/ 2 30t and 1 32t chainrings
2 slx 11spd derailleurs
Slx 11spd shifter
1 shimano 11spd chain
1 kmc 11 spd chain
4 11 spd quick links
Salsa bend handlebars
1 wolf tooth 32t 12spd chainring for m770 cranks
1 Shimano 32t chainring for m8000 cranks
Also included is a rear frame mounted aluminum rack and Ortlieb panniers

Selling
Nov 30, 2022 at 20:49
Nov 30, 2022Specialized Enduro LTD S3
$6250 USDUp for sale is my 2022 Specialized Enduro LTD S3. I bought it new, rode it once and am reluctant to sell but realized it’s just a bit too long for my 5’6” self and I’m looking for an S2 stumpy with flex stay or small Epic Evo. I installed a different cockpit because I’m picky but the stock parts (link to tech specs below) will be reinstalled unless you’d like to make a deal.
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/enduro-ltd/p/200363?color=322740-200363
Aftermarket parts consist of:
-i9 stem (gold, 31.8mm clamp, 35mm length)
-Enve handlebar (780mm, I have a full sticker kit if you want colored logos)
-SRAM XX1 gripshifter
-OneUp AL pedals (blue or black)
The only trade I’d accept would be for a minty fresh flex S2 flex stay Stumpy or a small epic evo. I’d also consider separating the frame/fork/shock into a package if you’re interested in going the custom route.
Specialized takes way better pics than I can but if you’d like any specific pics please feel free to ask
The bike can be shipped through BikeFlights. Buyer pays shipping unless you’re local or at least semi close to Vegas
Thanks for looking!

Kiowa008 samskuatch's article
Nov 2, 2022 at 7:45
Nov 2, 2022
Review Roundup: 6 Flat Pedal Shoes Tested for 2022
Velcro is as Velcro does Lt Dan