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andyk
- Member since Mar 30, 2006
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- Male / 50
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Vancouver , British Columbia - 7 Followers
- 22 Trailforks Points
Work I.T., Hockey Dad, Ride when I can...
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andyk edspratt's article
Sep 27, 2026 at 13:47
Sep 27, 2026
Results: Asa Vermette & Vali Höll Win 2026 Whistler DH World Cup Elite Finals
Great run Gracy! Thanks for taking us for that ride. Outstanding.
andyk Dario-DiGiulio's article
Sep 27, 2026 at 9:14
Sep 27, 2026
Randoms Round 4: Whistler World Cup DH 2026
Dominion with four 18mm pistons? I’d like to try that please.
I’ve been contemplating picking up a similar hope caliper to see if that could work. On long descents, they do seem to lose some power. A leverage increase would be nice.
Hominion?
andyk seb-stott's article
Sep 25, 2026 at 9:25
Sep 25, 2026
Beyond Pedal Kickback: What's Really Causing Drivetrain Feedback?
This! I think this whole kickback thing is overblown. The only time you'll experience this issue is big hits at slow speeds. DH racing could only be affected by chainsway (if at all). Sure, put an STFU on if it makes you feel better. I'll stick to my lovely high engagement hubs.
andyk edspratt's article
Sep 13, 2026 at 23:41
Sep 13, 2026
Aaron Gwin & Gloria Scarsi Win the 2026 US Open Downhill
Watching his run, he had a significant hangup in one corner too. So much potential for sure. Easily could have made 0.7s.
andyk edspratt's article
Aug 29, 2026 at 8:09
Aug 29, 2026
Results: 2026 Val di Sole Elite DH World Championships
@Goose76: thank you!
andyk TMcCaul's article
Jul 16, 2026 at 1:16
Jul 16, 2026
Video: Welcome to Tyler McCaul's Garage
Just installed a ceiling hose reel. Amazing!
andyk seb-stott's article
Jun 15, 2026 at 14:35
Jun 15, 2026
How To Take Your Kids Mountain Biking Without Ruining the Fun
After 2 kids, here's what I'd do differently:
12" Wheel balance bike with hydraulic disc on the back. Give them time grow on this one. It goes to the pump track/BMX track no problem.
Skip 14" pedal bikes
16" light weight bike like spawn
skip the 18" BMX race bike
20" Norco Fluid FS
24" Norco Fluid FS
27.5" FS in XS size.
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All of these bikes hold their value and resell well. Let your kid have a great experience. I never did the tow strap; it builds their lazy habits. Most importantly, find them a biking buddy to build stoke and normalize this.
andyk mattbeer's article
Jun 9, 2026 at 10:11
Jun 9, 2026
Review: Shimano XT 8220 Brakes - More Consistency, Same Value
Do the calliper pistons slowly leak oil and contaminate pads when left to sit for a few months in winter. I've had numerous pairs have this issue and have given up on them because of this.
Hayes Dominion fixes this issue - cheaper to operate over time (you don't have to replace brake pads every spring).
