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basic-ti-hardtail grazrcomponents's article

Aug 17, 2026 at 11:16

Aug 17, 2026

GRAZR Components Launch the Zone Pro, a High-End Singlespeed Tensioner

Something about that old inner tube chainstay protector alongside a nearly $500 (tensioner + cog set) SS setup is peak absurd.

basic-ti-hardtail mattbeer's article

Aug 10, 2026 at 6:01

Aug 10, 2026

Pinkbike Poll: Are You a Brand Loyalist?

I’d be afraid the bike would ride itself to court to file a lawsuit against the wheels on behalf of the frame

basic-ti-hardtail Dario-DiGiulio's article

Aug 7, 2026 at 17:35

Aug 7, 2026

First Ride: Santa Cruz Updates the Blur - More Travel, More Weight, More Fun?

@rickybobby19: I actually agree with you on the frame storage. For a race bike, it’s a compromise. It feels like Santa Cruz is aiming at riders like myself who aren’t pros, and probably won’t notice the 100-200grams added by ‘quality of life’ perks. (And also value traditional cable routing that allows for a mechanical rear derailleur… and is easy to service)

basic-ti-hardtail Dario-DiGiulio's article

Aug 4, 2026 at 7:03

Aug 4, 2026

First Ride: Santa Cruz Updates the Blur - More Travel, More Weight, More Fun?

Oh PinkBike 😂 // Dario patiently explaining in the video how a little less anti-squat can be faster / preferable on real trails and this bike is immediately accused of being slower by people who haven’t ridden it. SC increased weight by 1/4lb to add internal cable guides and storage: It’s still one of the lightest frames in the category, beating out Mach 4 SL, Ripley SL, Reya by over 1/2 lb and the Spur by over 1lb. I’d take it over the previous Blur quite happily. I haven’t owned a SC in a while but this honestly looks like one of the best bikes in the category… Frame only price is right in line and you get a SC warranty. It’s hard for me to see the issues

basic-ti-hardtail seb-stott's article

Aug 1, 2026 at 10:19

Aug 1, 2026

Pinkbike Poll: Which 2026 Tech Trends Do You Think Are Gimmicks?

The Podcast is pretty good though! I agree PB content has gone downhill since Outside purchased them, as the focus shifted to racing/event coverage and ebikes. But that’s just like… my opinion. I’m getting older and my tastes are increasingly niche. I like reading Mike Ferrentino over on NSMB and telling kids on Surrons do get off the damn trails. And I like bespoke steel and Ti bikes in the single speed variety at least as much as the latest carbon innovation. In other words, I don’t know what makes PB popular these days, and that bothers me very little. So perhaps it’s me who is becoming boring and irrelevant! 🤔

basic-ti-hardtail seb-stott's article

Aug 1, 2026 at 10:10

Aug 1, 2026

Pinkbike Poll: Which 2026 Tech Trends Do You Think Are Gimmicks?

How are we defining gimmick here? I’d define it as getting everyday riders to pay a LOT more money for something with only marginal benefits. With this definition I’d argue Wireless Gears and Droppers totally apply, as does flight attendant etc. The above 3 products have pushed top shelf XC bikes from $8k to $12k+ in the past 4 years. I’d also argue that outside of the top 1% (elite pros) they are not making riders faster by a meaningful margin. But I’d also argue everything on the list has a valid benefit for certain riders.

basic-ti-hardtail Dario-DiGiulio's article

Jul 27, 2026 at 13:47

Jul 27, 2026

Specialized Levo R Review: Does a Short Travel, Full Power eMTB Make Sense?

Agreed, BUT> We DO need the 27lb version of this bike with no motor, please It almost feels like taunting that specialized released this niche 130/140 e-bike while leaving a big hole in their regular MTB range for this travel. Is the niche light e-bike market that much bigger in 2026 than the short-travel trail bike market? Now that I've posted this, it will probably drop tomorrow

basic-ti-hardtail mikekazimer's article

Jul 26, 2026 at 17:52

Jul 26, 2026

Mountain Bikes From the Past 7 Years That We'd Still Happily Ride

Agreed. My 2020 Ripmo V2 still feels super dialed, especially with the swap to a newer Float X. I think newer shocks often get good older bikes 80-90% of the way to the performance of the latest release. (I’m speaking from some experience- I also have a 2026 Rascal SL)

basic-ti-hardtail mikekazimer's article

Jul 26, 2026 at 17:47

Jul 26, 2026

Mountain Bikes From the Past 7 Years That We'd Still Happily Ride

Such a classic- Has Starling made any changes to that frame besides a newer shock?

basic-ti-hardtail mikekazimer's article

Jul 26, 2026 at 17:46

Jul 26, 2026

Mountain Bikes From the Past 7 Years That We'd Still Happily Ride

Looking back- The original Ripmo from 2018 was the first bike that really unlocked ‘modern’ geometry for me. I later switched to a V2 which I’m still riding with a newer Float X. (Alongside a few other bikes) I think we all owe Cesar Rojo (of Mondraker, later Unno) and Chris Porter (GeoMetron / Nicolai) a huge debt for pioneering much of what defines ‘modern’ geo now. And Lars + Transition for taking SBG to mass market.

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