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djjohnr
- Member since Jan 16, 2009
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djjohnr sarahmoore's article
Sep 29, 2026 at 6:20
Sep 29, 2026
Adidas Release Updated Freerider Line with Three Stripes Branding & Clipless Model
Damn. The non-pro freerider was the last model that still felt like it was using the OG inner shape that fit wide feet. No mention of a wide version :(
djjohnr Dario-DiGiulio's article
Jul 17, 2026 at 11:38
Jul 17, 2026
Poll: What Would You Change About Bike Geometry?
Adjustable reach AND chainstay length on every frame so you can dial in f/r balance based on your body type (long vs short torso etc) and preferences.
Selling
Jun 7, 2026 at 12:38
Jun 7, 2026Norco Shore - Custom - Low Miles
$2,200 USDI'm the original owner, and also a former shop mechanic, so it's been well maintained. This has only been used on my annual bike trip, so the frame has seen ~3 days of riding per year. Very little wear, no dents. The build is optimized for being able to climb anything (slowly) and rip the descents. Rear wheel has a flat spot but will still hold a tubeless bead. There's a cable rub spot on the fork stanchion between the crowns (non-sliding surface so no impact on performance), see pic.
If Shipping - $2200 + shipping cost. I ship to Paypal Verified addresses only.
If in-person cash payment - $2000
Frame Norco Shore Large (190mm travel)
Fork Rockshox Boxxer w/ 2.1 RC2 Damper
Brakes Magura MT5 (new pads)
Rotors Magura MDR-P 220F/203R
Stem Truvativ Descendent 50mm (new)
Handlebar Spank Spike Vibracore 800mm 50mm Rise
Grips ODI Elite Grips (new)
Shifter Shimano M8100 XT
Shock Fox DHX2 225mm x 75mm w/450lb spring
BB Shimano
Cranks Shimano FC-M8100 XT 165mm 32T
Chain Shimano 12 speed
Cassette Shimano CS-8100 XT 12-51
Seatpost PNW Loam 200mm
Derailleur Shimano XT M8100
Saddle WTB
Tires Front - Maxxis Assegai 2.5 DH MaxxGrip, Rear - Maxxis DHF 2.5 DH Slow Reezay
Wheelset Rims - RaceFace AR, Hubs F - Nukeproof, R - Hope Pro 2 EVO
djjohnr mattbeer's article
May 12, 2026 at 19:07
May 12, 2026
First Look: The Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 3 Gets More Power and a New Suspension Layout
"The support for them has been unparalleled "
No it hasn't, it took a month to get my motor replaced, and there's a lot more feedback like that on the owner forums.
djjohnr mikekazimer's article
Apr 28, 2026 at 16:22
Apr 28, 2026
SRAM's Updated Ochain is More Durable and Less Expensive
@mikekazimer: but then you loose the ease of a pinch-bolt setup
djjohnr Dario-DiGiulio's article
Mar 13, 2026 at 12:34
Mar 13, 2026
Pinkbike Poll: Is In-Frame Storage Worth It?
I've had some frames with them, but rarely used them. I have multiple bikes and not all of them have frame storage - for example my e-bike doesn't and my meat-bike does. I use a Muc-Off frame-strap bag to keep tools and first aid stuff in; it's very quick and easy to swap between bikes, but if I used in-frame storage on the meat-bike I'd have to pull everything out of the in-frame storage bag and then stuff it into the Muc-Off bag to put on the e-bike. Also, on some bikes it's a PITA to get the frame storage bags in/out, and you have to make sure the contents won't rattle against the frame.
djjohnr Dario-DiGiulio's article
Feb 3, 2026 at 11:42
Feb 3, 2026
Frameworks Announces 2026 Enduro & DH Bikes
@bigmeatpete420:
https://workscomponents.com/en-us/collections/reach-adjust-headsets/products/reach-adjust-zs56-zs66-to-suit-1-1-8-steerer-5mm
Rocky Altitudes alloys come 56/66. They're great as you can get +/- 5mm reach with a tapered steerer fork without having to resort to an external lower cup.
djjohnr Dario-DiGiulio's article
Feb 3, 2026 at 8:38
Feb 3, 2026
Frameworks Announces 2026 Enduro & DH Bikes
It would be nice if the enduro had a 56/66 head tube so you could run reach adjust headsets.
djjohnr ReserveWheels's article
Jan 13, 2026 at 18:58
Jan 13, 2026
Reserve Wheels Announces Aftermarket Partnership with DT Swiss - Degree of Freedom Wheels
Hey Santa Cruz - please sell front/rear wheels separately. Until then I'll keep buying I9s.
djjohnr jessie-mmorgan's article
Dec 4, 2025 at 6:17
Dec 4, 2025
Deviate Cycles Bought Out of Insolvency by Co-Founder Ben Jones
@bman33:
Subjective to you and me (I was fine with 26), but bike shops felt the pressure from customers.




