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snide
- Member since Oct 5, 2009
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- Male / 57
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Kirkland , Washington - 8 Followers
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Two wheels keep me from self-destructing. Doesn't matter if it's pedal mashing, throttle twisting, or downhill slaying.
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snide mikekazimer's article
Oct 9, 2026 at 9:28
Oct 9, 2026
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly - Pinkbike Editors' Favorite Night Riding Lights
Perfectly timed article since my super old magicshine / niterider mashup didn't wake up from summer hibernation. The magicshine is still working after over 15yrs of use, but the nightrider doesn't want to turn on anymore. I night ride a small trail system close to my house often during the winter so it's time to get something new. I don't see how any of the lights win over Outbound. Outbound has better price and product.
snide Mandownmedia's article
Oct 5, 2026 at 15:52
Oct 5, 2026
How Much Do 2026 World Cup Downhill Bikes Really Weigh?
My base model aluminum frame Scott Gambler 920 weights 38.5lbs. I thought that was great, but maybe I should be adding weight to it?
snide pinkbikeoriginals's article
Sep 25, 2026 at 9:24
Sep 25, 2026
Video: Friday Fails #422
14 was a sender!
snide seb-stott's article
Sep 8, 2026 at 10:15
Sep 8, 2026
Are Semi-Solid-State Batteries the Future of E-Bikes?
Loads of hype combined with small steps forward. https://www.donutlab.com/ have been hyping their solution for a while with no viable product while companies like https://24-m.com/ have a real production solution that battery companies can leverage. My guess is 5-7yrs before big break throughs take hold and become the standard.
snide TEBP's article
Jun 26, 2026 at 11:45
Jun 26, 2026
Randoms From European Brands - Eurobike 2026
Feel like I'm missing something in the new capless speed valves. The feature it mentions is taking out the core and adding sealant. I've been doing it that way since tubeless came out with regular presta valves. Am I doing it wrong or something? What is the advantage to this system?
snide seb-stott's article
Jun 19, 2026 at 12:51
Jun 19, 2026
Pinkbike Poll: Would You Buy A 32" Wheel Bike?
When 29" wheels came out the bikes were trash. Short travel with awkward riding positions, and hard to corner. Now 29" wheels rip. Maybe 32" wheels takeover. Who knows. Try it and see.
snide mikekazimer's article
Jun 17, 2026 at 11:28
Jun 17, 2026
Shimano Introduces Two New SPD Pedals
If it ain't broke don't fix it. My 20yr old M520's have been through 5 Seattle CX season, 100's of mud rides, and 1 bike / car incident and I've never done a single thing to them, yet they still work like new.
snide mikekazimer's article
Jun 12, 2026 at 14:02
Jun 12, 2026
Pinkbike Poll: What Made You Stop Caring About Enduro?
A bike race that includes waiting for your turn is not my thing. I love riding DH and eduro style trails, but I like racing cyclocross and XC because no waiting around. Watching any bike race has also become too difficult.
snide mattbeer's article
Jun 11, 2026 at 14:58
Jun 11, 2026
Review: Sidi Dominator X Shoes - A Tougher Take on XC Footwear
I have the older model. Like all Sidi products I've owned they're super high quality and last forever. Add $50 to the price tag to buy new insoles. The OEM ones are paper thin and shouldn't even ship with the shoe.
snide dfritton's article
Jun 10, 2026 at 7:00
Jun 10, 2026
Reader Story: Why This Rider Took a Mountain Bike to Colorado’s Highest Peaks
One of the few Pinkbike articles where I read the whole thing. Bike and part reviews are fun, but I typically skim them and read the pros and cons. Human experiences on a bicycle that have meaningful impact to a soul are a much better read.
