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29, 29er, Bike Reviews, Gear, i:2:6133, Ripper, Slingshot -

And now for something totally different: the Ripper 29, produced by Slingshot Bikes. It’s so different that I’m not even sure where to beginthis post. I mean, it’s got a cable instead of a downtube. And there’s a spring. Andfiberglass. What’s going on here? The Ripper 29 is a very unique looking bike. Components The …

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29er, 29ers, Gear, i:2:3311, Mountain Bike Tires, nano, review, reviews, tire, WTB -

Specs The WTB Nano Race 29er 2.1″ tire features an Aramid bead, DNA rubber, and a lightweight casing. The Aramid bead and lightweight casing definitely help drop weight, and at only 560 grams this tire is light and fast and definitely intended for use as an XC tire. According to WTB, the DNA rubber is …

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29er, Bike Reviews, black forest 1.0, focus, Gear, i:2:6005 -

It’s clear at this point that in general, 29ers are here to stay, and even with incredible developments in full suspension technology, 29″ wheels are allowing hardtails to see aresurgence in popularity due to the way those big wheels help smooth out the bumps. The 2011 Black Forest 29erfrom Focus is yet another entry into …

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29, 29er, Fulcrum, Gear, i:2:6087, Red Metal, XL -

Fulcrum is a division of Campagnolo, the Italian component manufacturer with a cult-like following of highly dedicated and loyal fans. The Red Metal 29 XL (XL stands for “extra light”) is their top of the line 29er wheelset – and I have a set to test! These hoops tick all the boxes required by modern, …

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29er, 29ers, Bike Reviews, carbon, carbon fiber, Gear, i:2:6016, ibex, ibex bikes, maroc, review, reviews, xc carbon -

The Ibex Maroc 29er has multiple personality disorder – but it’s the most wonderful disorder a mountain bike can have! The Test Any bike that shows up on my doorstep is bound to get the snot kicked out of it. The only question is whether or not it’ll get up and beg for more. I …

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