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Results Videos

2pts
12/12/2019
#downhill #downillmtb #crashcomplication #dh #crash #fails #fail #bike #gobigorgohome
4pts
12/12/2019
Let me teach you a few specific areas around and on the knee that can help you increase range and decrease pain
18pts
11/12/2019
Amaury Pierron Wins Les Gets World Cup POV
2pts
06/12/2019
WIBMER ! urban dh
2pts
06/12/2019
(MTB VLOG) SESIÓN DE VÍDEOS Y FOTOS!
8pts
04/12/2019
Already back between the tape this weekend at @thredbomtb for the last race of the year 👌🏼 #cannonball #thredbo #mtb #dh 📽- 🤔
8pts
04/12/2019
It's #MTBminute time!
2pts
19/11/2019
Mud, slop, rain but good times with the Rideitout crew
4pts
16/11/2019
440 Bikepark NZ DH run
2pts
15/11/2019
MTB DOWNHILL FORKS ON A ROAD BIKE - DOES IT SHRED?
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Results Articles

Pinkbike Poll: What Type of Mountain Bike Racing Are You Most Excited For in 2020?
2pts - 13/12/2019 20:00:53

Race season will be here in just a few short months. Are you a diehard DH fan, or completely captivated by cross-country? Cast your vote in this wee...

Race season will be here in just a few short months. Are you a diehard DH fan, or...

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Video & Race Report: Troy Brosnan & Sian A'Hern Win Australian Open DH - Cannonball MTB Festival 2019
7pts - 13/12/2019 02:17:14

We're envious of the weather Down Under.( Photos: 33 )

We're envious of the weather Down Under.( Photos: 33 )

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Pinkbike
Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert in Review
4pts - 12/12/2019 15:17:14

How do a bottle cage and a dual crown fork fit together? Specialized have completely overhauled the Turbo Kenevo Expert for 2020, equipping it with t...

How do a bottle cage and a dual crown fork fit together? Specialized have complete...

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E-Mountainbike Magazine
SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax in Review
4pts - 12/12/2019 15:17:14

With the new Simplon Rapcon Pmax, the Austrian brand seems to be shaking off its dusty image: visually, all sights are set on trail performance. Than...

With the new Simplon Rapcon Pmax, the Austrian brand seems to be shaking off its d...

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E-Mountainbike Magazine
Final Results: Australian Open Downhill - Cannonball MTB Festival 2019
2pts - 08/12/2019 12:17:13

The results are in from the Sram Australian Open DH race at the 2019 Cannonball Festival.( Photos: 1, Comments: 1 )

The results are in from the Sram Australian Open DH race at the 2019 Cannonball F...

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Pinkbike
Brad Kelly’s Professional Mobile Toolbox Tour
26pts - 07/12/2019 17:34:11

We’re a sucker for a good toolbox and Brad Kelly has a very tidy one that has won the 2019 Toolbox Wars competition. Check it out inside.

We’re a sucker for a good toolbox and Brad Kelly has a very tidy one that has won th...

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Sickline
Podcast: DH & Enduro Racer Emyr Davies Discusses the Impact of Multiple Concussions
6pts - 04/12/2019 08:17:18

In 2016 Emyr suffered two consecutive concussions. Since then, he's been trying to raise awareness about the dangers of riding after head trauma.

In 2016 Emyr suffered two consecutive concussions. Since then, he's been trying t...

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Pinkbike
Video: At Home With Luke Williamson
6pts - 30/11/2019 13:17:16

Join DH racer, Luke Williamson, as he hits up his local trails.( Photos: 1, Comments: 1 )

Join DH racer, Luke Williamson, as he hits up his local trails.( Photos: 1,...

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Video: Johannes Fischbach Races DH With an eMTB & a Fatsuit in 'Uncle Ray Goes Racing'
4pts - 26/11/2019 08:17:13

Exclusive insights into Uncle Ray's race weekend.( Photos: 4, Comments: 1 )

Exclusive insights into Uncle Ray's race weekend.( Photos: 4, Comments: 1 )

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Pinkbike
Quiver: The Many Bikes of Bernard Kerr
2pts - 26/11/2019 04:00:58

Take a look at the fleet of training tools that Bernard Kerr uses to get ready for the World Cup DH season and Hardline.( Photos: 28 )

Take a look at the fleet of training tools that Bernard Kerr uses to get ready fo...

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Results Photos

2pts
06/12/2019
Ready for another good day of laps at @thredbomtb 🤙🏽 📸 @nickwaygoodphoto @australianmountainbike #theofftrackexperience #mtb #dh #bikes
2pts
30/11/2019
New Gravity Pants, tested by Connor Fearon all World Cup DH season. 🤙🏼 @connorahoyhoy @mattstaggsvisuals @konabikes 4-way stretch 👖 Water resistant 💦 3 zip pockets 🍫 Super comfy 🔥 Blue Sign approved, meaning minimal chemicals and water used in the fabric production 🌿 #gravitypants #sick #mtbclothing #ecofriendly #dharco #noordinarylife
4pts
14/11/2019
Almost time to cut some shapes. Opening weekend @thredbomtb 🔥🤘🏼 We’ve had lots of interest in our new pants, so by way of update they’ll be dropping before the end of November - stay tuned 👖🤙🏼 R: @tom_wrigley P: @mattstaggsvisuals #thredbo #openingweekend #partytime #mtblife #ridemoremtb #dh #downhillmtb #dharco #noordinarylife #pantscomingsoon
4pts
21/10/2019
3rd place for the last round of the s.a dh series and 2nd overall for the series. @yarravelleycycles
2pts
21/10/2019
From Instagram.com : Back on the mountain bike! . Ce matin belle sortie sur le VTT avec presque 600m de dénivelé dans le ">
From Instagram.com : Back on the mountain bike! . Ce matin belle sortie sur le VTT avec presque 600m de dénivelé dans le
2pts
03/10/2019
Keen to get between the tape again this weekend for the last round of the insideline dh series at h
6pts
03/09/2019
From Instagram.com : Josh Hart on Instagram: “After tonns of fun with the Scott voltage I've gone back to a giant more of a DH rig.... meet the New beast 🔥☄️👌…” ">
From Instagram.com : Josh Hart on Instagram: “After tonns of fun with the Scott voltage I've gone back to a giant more of a DH rig.... meet the New beast 🔥☄️👌…”
4pts
01/09/2019
My little protégé finished 2nd in @montsainteanne for the DH World Champs in the Juniors Category! I’m so proud of you @antoine_vidal07 🥈🙏⚡️🤜🤛 #msa2019
2pts
01/09/2019
#morzine #comeback #aclreconstruction After one year of stop..dh bike! 😍
12pts
30/07/2019
Keen to head back to willunga and race again! #downhill #mountainbiking #dh #mtb # racing #race #no
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Pinkbike Poll: What Type of Mountain Bike Racing Are You Most Excited For in 2020?
2 - 13/12/2019 20:00:53

Race season will be here in just a few short months. Are you a diehard DH fan, or completely captivated by cross-country? Cast your vote in this week's poll.( Photos: 1 )

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Video & Race Report: Troy Brosnan & Sian A'Hern Win Australian Open DH - Cannonball MTB Festival 2019
7 - 13/12/2019 02:17:14

We're envious of the weather Down Under.( Photos: 33 )

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Pinkbike
Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert in Review
4 - 12/12/2019 15:17:14

How do a bottle cage and a dual crown fork fit together? Specialized have completely overhauled the Turbo Kenevo Expert for 2020, equipping it with the same motor and battery as the current Levo in an attempt to unite opposites. The Turbo Kenevo looks like a thoroughbred downhill bike purpose-built for bike parks and the wildest tracks. But looks can sometimes be deceptive. Click here for an overview of the best eMTB 2020 group test. Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert | Specialized 2.1/700 Wh | 180/180 mm (f/r) | 24.20 kg (size S4) | € 6,899 | manfacturer website googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1408638783102-0'); }); Components, weight and technical details of the Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert The Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert isn’t the only bike in the test field with 180 mm travel at the front and rear, but nonetheless, it immediately stands out from the crowd. The Kenevo is the only bike in the test field to rely on a RockShox BoXXer dual crown fork, which you’ll usually only find on proper downhill bikes. The suspension is completed by a RockShox Super Deluxe Coil shock. However, as we don’t categorise bikes based on their travel, so we won’t do it based on looks either. The € 6,899 Kenevo is a typical Specialized and makes no secret of its kinship with the Levo. The aluminium frame features the same asymmetric brace at the shock as well as Specialized’s proprietary Turbo Connect Unit (TCU) housed in the top tube. You also get Specialized’s 2.1 motor which puts out up to 90 Nm torque and is fed by an internal 700 Wh battery. You decide……which size Kenevo suits you. Thanks to the short seat tubes, you can choose the frame size according to your personal preferences regarding reach and stack. Double DThe days when you couldn’t find a dropper post on a bike with a dual crown fork are over on the new Kenevo. UnusualGranted, with the BoXXer the Kenevo looks more like an all-out downhill bike. But after some time on the bike, you quickly get used to the 180 mm travel dual crown fork. Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert€ 6,899SpecificationsMotor Specialized 2.1 90NmBattery Specialized M2 700WhDisplay Specialized TCUFork RockShox BoXXer Select RC 180 mmRear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Select 180 mmSeatpost Specialized Command Post IRcc 130 - 160 mmBrakes SRAM CODE R 200/200 mmDrivetrain SRAM GX 1x11Stem Specialized Direct Mount DH 45 mmHandlebar Specialized Alloy 800 mmWheelset Roval Alloy DH 27.5"Technical DataSize S2 S3 S4 S5Weight 24.2 kgPerm. total weight 161 kgMax. payload (rider/equipment) 136 kgTrailer approval noKickstand mount noSpecific Featuresfully functional even without cockpit remoteMission Control Appintegrated multi tool You’re the boss.Thanks to the TCU in the top tube, the Kenevo offers all the functions you need without having to use the remote on the handlebar. However, the Remote is so compact and ergonomic that it never bothered us on the Kenevo. MismatchedThe Kenevo is the fastest and most capable descender in the test field. The braking power of the SRAM CODE R-brakes without the SwingLink lever just can’t keep up. Simply quietThe ridges of the chainstay protector silences the drivetrain just as effectively on the Kenevo as it does on the Levo. Haters gonna hateThanks to the SWAT bottle cage on the Kenevo, you can always take along the water and tools you need on trails outside of the bike park and far away from the next apres bike hut. Geometry and size of the Specialized Specialized have realised that eMTBs can no longer be categorised in size according to the length of their seat tubes. Instead, the short seat tube of the Kenevo and the long dropper posts allow you to choose the frame size according to the desired length of the top tube. Size S2 S3 S4 S5 Seat tube 400 mm 420 mm 440 mm 465 mm Top tube 585 mm 612 mm 639 mm 666 mm Head tube 105 mm 115 mm 125 mm 135 mm Head angle 64.0° 64.0° 64.0° 64.0° Seat angle 77.0° 77.0° 77.0° 77.0° Chainstays 454 mm 454 mm 454 mm 454 mm BB Height 345 mm 345 mm 345 mm 345 mm BB Drop 14 mm 14 mm 14 mm 14 mm Wheelbase 1,234 mm 1,263 mm 1,293 mm 1,322 mm Reach 445 mm 470 mm 495 mm 520 mm Stack 605 mm 614 mm 623 mm 632 mm Helmet Fox Dropframe | Goggle Fox Main Stars | Jersey ION Seek Amp Tee | Pants ION Seek Amp Jeans googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1408638783102-1'); }); The Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert on the trail How does a bike with a dual crown fork climb? The answer: just as well as it would with a regular single crown fork! Despite its bulky appearance, the Kenevo Expert gets up even the most technical climbs. With its super-steep seat tube angle, the rider is positioned centrally between the wheels and in combination with the long front triangle the front wheel is kept sufficiently weighted. As a result, the front wheel stays planted on the ground and only starts lifting on the most extreme climbs despite the very “long” fork. But let’s be honest, if you’re interested in the Kenevo, you’ll want to know how it climbs in Shuttle mode, the most powerful support level that you’ll first have to activate via the Mission Control app. The Specialized 2.1 is based on the Brose motor system, but compared to other bikes, despite losing its natural ride feel this powerful support mode remains bit better to control even on technical climbs. The Kenevo does less well on technical climbs that have to be ridden slowly. The 11-speed SRAM GX drivetrain simply doesn’t have a big enough gear range to get up slow, high-cadence climbs. The Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert is much more than just a downhill bike with a motor. One thing is clear: the 24.2 kg Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert is a big bike. No matter how rough the terrain, it remains composed, planted and super precise. Whichever line you attempt to ride, with the Kenevo you’ll be able to! Despite the long travel, the suspension remains well defined and always provides the rider with enough feedback from the trail. All of this also makes the Kenevo surprisingly easy to get airborne. The steeper and the faster the trail gets, the more fun you’ll have on the Kenevo. However, on tight, winding trails you eventually pay the price of the tall front end and the long front triangle. You have to actively weight the front of the bike to successfully manoeuvre it around the corners on flat terrain. As composed as the Kenevo is, it requires a lot of rider input to move it around at slower speeds. Tuning tip: 220 mm brake rotor up front Riding Characteristics 7AgilitysluggishplayfulStabilitynervousstableHandlingdemandingbalancedRiding funboringlivelyMotor feelingdigitalnaturalMotor powerweakstrongValue for moneypoortopApplicationForest road 1Flow trail uphill 2Flow trail downhill 3Technical single trail uphill 4Technical single trail downhill 5Downhill tracks 6 Conclusion The Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert is much more than just a downhill bike with a motor. Even if it excels in rough terrain at high speeds and hitting jumps in the bike park, it will also get you back to the top of the trail with ease. The large battery, the excellent system integration and numerous details round out the Kenevo package. Topsno limits on the descentsconfidence inspiring on steep terraingreat motor integrationuseful app to tune the support levelslarge selection of frame sizesFlops11-speed drivetrainbrakes not powerful enough for the bike’s hard-riding purposeboring on easy trails You can find out more about the Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert at specialized.com. The test field You can find everything you need to know about our test for the best eMTB of 2020 right here! All bikes in test: BULLS SONIC EVO AM 6 | Cannondale Moterra 1 | Canyon Spectral:ON 9.0 | COMMENCAL META POWER 29 TEAM 2020 | CONWAY XYRON 927 Carbon | CUBE Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC | FANTIC XF1 180 Race | FOCUS JAM² 9.9 DRIFTER | Giant Reign E+ 0 Pro | Haibike XDURO Nduro 10.0 | Liteville 301 CE MK1 | MERIDA eONE-SIXTY 10K | Moustache Samedi 27 Trail | Norco Range VLT C1 | NOX Hybrid Enduro 7.1 | Orbea WILD FS M-LTD | Pivot Shuttle 29 | Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Carbon 90 Rally Edition | ROTWILD R.X750 ULTRA | SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax | Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert | Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo | Trek Rail 9.9 | Whyte E-180 RS V1 | YT DECOY CF Pro Race Relaxed and comfortable riding on surfaced roads, both uphill and downhill.↩Easy climbs up trails with few obstacles, wide turns and a moderate incline.↩Active and playful descents on easy trails with few obstacles, wide turns and a moderate slope.↩Single-track climbs on challenging terrain. Loose ground, steps, roots, tight corners and occasionally extreme inclines.↩Singletrack descents on challenging terrain. Loose ground, steps, roots, tight corners and small jumps as well as some very steep descents.↩High speed descents on sometimes very rough trails with large jumps and obstacles that you can’t roll over.↩The rating used for riding characteristics refers to the bikes in the group test and the current state of development of eMTBs. The best bikes managed to blend supposedly opposite riding characteristics, feeling both lively and stable at the same time. The handling describes the balance of the bike on downhill sections. The information regarding motor-power refers to the ride-feeling in the overall context of the bike and not exclusively to the motor – that’s why the same motor can present different values.↩Der Beitrag Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert in Review erschien zuerst auf E-MOUNTAINBIKE Magazine.

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SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax in Review
4 - 12/12/2019 15:17:14

With the new Simplon Rapcon Pmax, the Austrian brand seems to be shaking off its dusty image: visually, all sights are set on trail performance. Thanks to its customisable spec, balanced handling and optional dual battery system, the Rapcon Pmax promises to be a good choice for a broad range of riders. How will it fare? Click here for an overview of the best eMTB 2020 group test. SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax | Bosch Performance Line CX/625 Wh | 170/160 mm (f/r) | 22.92 kg (size L) | € 7,979 | manfacturer website googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1408638783102-0'); }); Simplon too have launched a brand-new eMTB based on the new Bosch Performance Line CX motor and also allow the new Simplon Rapcon Pmax to be configured. The bike comes either with 150 mm travel front and rear, or with a 170 mm RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork and a slightly longer RockShox Super Deluxe shock providing 160 mm travel at the rear, as on our € 7,979 test bike. The internal 625 Wh battery can be expanded with Bosch’s external 500 Wh PowerPack battery, which gets attached to the clever bottle cage mount and will set you back an additional € 1,000. The carbon frame is full of more smart details like the cables that are all bundled together and routed into the frame through the headset, making for a very tidy looking and rattle-free bike. We would have liked the same attention to detail with the speed sensor. Here, Simplon still rely on an exposed sensor on the chainstay combined with a spoke magnet. Despite the almost indestructible but as a result heavy Schwalbe Eddy Current tires on the high-quality DT Swiss HX1501 wheelset, our configuration of the Simplon Rapcon Pmax tops the scales at only 22.92 kg. Components, weight and technical details of the SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax Super cleanAll cables are routed through the headset into the frame: very nice, rattle free and tidy. Grip monsterThe 2.8″ wide Schwalbe Eddy Current tire is so sturdy that you can run the tire pressure extremely low. On the climbs, you’ll benefit from the extra grip. FunctionalThe Bosch Purion display is a bit clunky and looks outdated but it’s comfortable to operate and provides all the ride data you need. SIMPLON Rapcon P MAX€ 7,979SpecificationsMotor Bosch Performance Line CX 75NmBattery Bosch PowerTube 625WhDisplay Bosch PurionFork RockShox Lyrik Ultimate 170 mmRear Shock RockShox SuperDeluxe Select+ 160 mmSeatpost Kind Shock LEV INTEGRA 150 mmBrakes MAGURA MT7 200/200 mmDrivetrain SRAM GX Eagle 1x12Stem ACROS Gothic 40 mmHandlebar Tune Wunderbar 780 mmWheelset DT Swiss HX1501 29"/27.5"Technical DataSize S M L XLWeight 22.92 kgPerm. total weight 140 kgMax. payload (rider/equipment) 117 kgTrailer approval noKickstand mount noSpecific FeaturesAusstattung konfigurierbarBosch DualBattery optionoptional headlight Hard to reachThe RockShox shock’s lockout lever is hard to reach and can only be engaged while stationary. The Simplon pedals efficiently though, so we didn’t have to use it even on long transfers. WarningSimplon continue to rely on Bosch’s spoke magnet speed sensor. It can easily twist or get lost on the trail. All electronicIn future, the Rapcon Pmax can also be ordered with FOX’s electronic Live-Valve suspension. The frame has been designed with this in mind. HugeWith the optional dual-battery system, the total battery capacity is huge and makes the Rapcon Pmax hugely versatile for everything from Alpine epics to the bike park! Geometry and size of the SIMPLON One of the priorities in developing the Rapcon Pmax was giving the rider as much freedom of movement as possible. To do so, the seat tube has been kept deliberately short and the top tube low. If the 465 mm reach (size L) is too compact for your liking, you can go up one size up without issue. Size S M L XL Seat tube 390 mm 420 mm 450 mm 480 mm Top Tube 572 mm 594 mm 627 mm 660 mm Head tube 90 mm 95 mm 110 mm 125 mm Head angle 65.1° 65.1° 65.1° 65.1° Seat angle 75.1° 75.1° 75.1° 75.1° Chainstays 458 mm 458 mm 458 mm 458 mm BB Drop 23 mm 23 mm 23 mm 23 mm Wheelbase 1,198 mm 1,220 mm 1,257 mm 1,293 mm Reach 411 mm 431 mm 461 mm 491 mm Stack 610 mm 615 mm 628 mm 643 mm Helmet POC Tectal | Backpack Amplifi E-Track | Jersey POC Raceday DH Jersey | Shorts POC Essential Enduro Shorts | Knee pads POC VPD Air googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1408638783102-1'); }); The SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax on the trail Once aboard the Simplon Rapcon Pmax you’ll be reluctant to get off anytime soon. The pedalling position is very comfortable on flat terrain and perfectly suited to long days in the saddle. The Simplon is one of the few bikes in the test field on which the additional battery makes sense for long rides or Alpine epics. If you’re riding without the extra battery and like taking on technically demanding terrain, we recommend pushing the saddle forward. The seat tube angle is a bit too slack for steep climbs, positioning you too far back. However, that’s compensated by the extremely grippy Schwalbe Eddy Current tire on the rear, which, in combination with the sensitive suspension, provides seemingly endless amounts of traction, even while standing! Travel, wheel size, suspension, headlights…: you can customise the Rapcon Pmax in the online configurator to suit your needs, no matter if it’s to ride bike parks, Alpine epics or for commuting On the descents, the Simplon Rapcon Pmax leaves you feeling integrated with the bike thanks to its low bottom bracket. The geometry strikes a middle ground between between extremely long and compact and thanks to the low top tube, smaller 27.5″ wheel on the rear and short seat tube it ensures freedom of movement while riding. Together with the powerful MAGURA MT7 brakes and the super-grippy Eddy Current tires, the Rapcon Pmax offers precision and composure in every situation, instilling you with confidence without feeling cumbersome or boring. On damp, soft forest soil, the grip offered by Eddy Current tire up front isn’t quite as reliable as in the dry. The suspension willingly absorbs bumps and effectively uses the available travel without bottoming out harshly and also provides enough support to get airborne or pump through rollers. The Rapcon Pmax feels more comfortable in fast, open corners than in very tight, winding sections. Although it manages to combine agility and composure in one package, it’s one of the more settled bikes on test and performs particularly well at higher speeds. Tuning tip: slide the saddle forward for steep climbs | Magic Mary tire up front for soft forest loam Riding Characteristics 7AgilitysluggishplayfulStabilitynervousstableHandlingdemandingbalancedRiding funboringlivelyMotor feelingdigitalnaturalMotor powerweakstrongValue for moneypoortopApplicationForest road 1Flow trail uphill 2Flow trail downhill 3Technical single trail uphill 4Technical single trail downhill 5Downhill tracks 6 Conclusion The Simplon Rapcon Pmax is a beautiful and sophisticated eMTB for every application from Alpine epics to the bike park. In addition to long-distance comfort, it’s capable of taking on any descent at speed. The sophisticated frame details, the customisable configuration, the cleverly solved dual battery system and the classy look all speak for the Simplon Rapcon Pmax. A bike for every man and woman which, apart from the lack of integration of the speed sensor, has no real weaknesses. Topscustomisable configurationextremely versatilegreat cable management & tidy cockpitFlopsspeed sensor with spoke magnetlockout lever on the shock is difficult to reach You can find out more about the SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax at simplon.com. The test field You can find everything you need to know about our test for the best eMTB of 2020 right here! All bikes in test: BULLS SONIC EVO AM 6 | Cannondale Moterra 1 | Canyon Spectral:ON 9.0 | COMMENCAL META POWER 29 TEAM 2020 | CONWAY XYRON 927 Carbon | CUBE Stereo Hybrid 160 HPC | FANTIC XF1 180 Race | FOCUS JAM² 9.9 DRIFTER | Giant Reign E+ 0 Pro | Haibike XDURO Nduro 10.0 | Liteville 301 CE MK1 | MERIDA eONE-SIXTY 10K | Moustache Samedi 27 Trail | Norco Range VLT C1 | NOX Hybrid Enduro 7.1 | Orbea WILD FS M-LTD | Pivot Shuttle 29 | Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Carbon 90 Rally Edition | ROTWILD R.X750 ULTRA | SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax | Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert | Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo | Trek Rail 9.9 | Whyte E-180 RS V1 | YT DECOY CF Pro Race Relaxed and comfortable riding on surfaced roads, both uphill and downhill.↩Easy climbs up trails with few obstacles, wide turns and a moderate incline.↩Active and playful descents on easy trails with few obstacles, wide turns and a moderate slope.↩Single-track climbs on challenging terrain. Loose ground, steps, roots, tight corners and occasionally extreme inclines.↩Singletrack descents on challenging terrain. Loose ground, steps, roots, tight corners and small jumps as well as some very steep descents.↩High speed descents on sometimes very rough trails with large jumps and obstacles that you can’t roll over.↩The rating used for riding characteristics refers to the bikes in the group test and the current state of development of eMTBs. The best bikes managed to blend supposedly opposite riding characteristics, feeling both lively and stable at the same time. The handling describes the balance of the bike on downhill sections. The information regarding motor-power refers to the ride-feeling in the overall context of the bike and not exclusively to the motor – that’s why the same motor can present different values.↩Der Beitrag SIMPLON Rapcon Pmax in Review erschien zuerst auf E-MOUNTAINBIKE Magazine.

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2pts
12/12/2019
#downhill #downillmtb #crashcomplication #dh #crash #fails #fail #bike #gobigorgohome
4pts
12/12/2019
Let me teach you a few specific areas around and on the knee that can help you increase range and decrease pain
18pts
11/12/2019
Amaury Pierron Wins Les Gets World Cup POV
Final Results: Australian Open Downhill - Cannonball MTB Festival 2019
2 - 08/12/2019 12:17:13

The results are in from the Sram Australian Open DH race at the 2019 Cannonball Festival.( Photos: 1, Comments: 1 )

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Brad Kelly’s Professional Mobile Toolbox Tour
26 - 07/12/2019 17:34:11

We’re a sucker for a good toolbox and Brad Kelly has a very tidy one that has won the 2019 Toolbox Wars competition. Check it out inside. Check out our toolbox tour tag if you’re into pro toolkits.   Brad’s Toolbox – Video Brad Kelly (@IG Bee_Kay77) has been a bicycle mechanic since 1993 so he’s spent some time to fine tuning his craft. He has been a mechanic for Jill Kintner for the 2017 and 2018 World Crankworx series. In order to finish first, you first have to finish and Brad certainly helped her bike work well during that time. Kintner did quite well taking wins in many races and the overall Queen of Crankworx title both years. Photo: James Stokoe | Crankworx – Whistler Pump Track 2019 Brad has taken the 2018 toolbox wars world champ and the 2019 toolbox wars toolbox of the year titles. He has raced downhill from 1996 to approximately 2015 where he has taken DH state round wins and titles including many National DH round podiums and wins. His current bike is a 2020 Specialized Enduro comp S4 Canecreek double barrel CS 205 x 65 Fox 36 180mm grip2 damper Magura Raceline brakes 203mm rotors Hand built DT/Stans EX3 wheels 10sp Shimano drivetrain Which brings us to the topic of his latest mobile toolbox. This man is meticulous and enjoys his craft. Many professional bike mechanics have to work at remote venues to support their riders so it’s important they have the right tools for the job. Many of them use Pelican style cases to organize and transport their tools. Brad’s setup uses a customized gun case that he’s clearly spent a lot of time curating and refining. It features pneumatic lifts, trays, and custom foam cut-outs to house each tool he has elected to have in his mobile toolkit. Each tool has a place and he designed the cutouts to allow tools rock inward in lieu of finger holes. Some of the tools on the back board are held with magnets or clips. By layering the EVA foam he is able to get good support for the tools to stay in place but they can rock inward when needed to allow them to be removed easily. The lack of finger holes also lets him get more tools in his layout. It’s a labor of love. As you can see there are a lot of tools here. The top panel is ribbed with aluminum and folds forward to reveal additional tools on the back side like a hole puncher, lockring tools, tire trimmer, du bushing tool, zip tie tool, and more. Many of these tools aren’t cheap but many are available through your local bike store or Amazon. The Powerbuilt T-handle Hex wrench set at $59 is one of many items we’ve seen in many recent mechanics box builds. Full tool list TOP LAYER Abbey “Toolbox wars world champion 2019” custom titanium hammer Abbey pedal wrench Abbey H.A.G (hanger alignment guage) Abbey crombie dual sided cassette lockring tool Abbey whip-it chain whip Effetto Mariposa 2-16nm torque wrench Park tools grease gun Park tools CT-3.2 chain breaker Park tools piston press Topeak Smart Guage digital tyre pressure gauge Rigid mini pipe cutter PB Swiss scribe tool Cane Creek digital shock pump Knipex side cutter pliers 70 02 160 Knipex bull nose pliers 03 02 180 Knipex cable cutters 95 62 190 Knipex needle nose pliers 26 12 200 Knipex 180mm plier wrench 86 05 180 Knipex 250mm plier wrench 86 05 250 Park tools utility knife razor blade Park tools digital vernier calipers Park tools heavy duty tyre levers x 2 Wera Zyklop 3/8 ratchet handle BOTTOM LAYER Abbey 16 notch BB socket (Hollowtech2/GXP) Abbey 12 notch BB socket (Sram DUB) Mini Maglite torch Enduro bearing press with full set of drifts Stanley hacksaw blade handle with metal and Park tools carbon blades PB Swiss 90mm file handle with Nicholson 2nd cut half round file Park tools BBT-9 16 notch hollowtech2/GXP and locking spanner (mainly for centerlock rotors) PB Swiss pin punches 4,6 and 8mm Abbey suspension socket set 24, 26, 28, 30 and 32mm 54mm 2 metre measuring tape Park tools spoke tension gauge Park tools hydraulic hose barb press Park tools hydraulic hose cutter Syringe with light grease (mainly for gear cables) Syringe with carbon paste Stainless steel oiler pen Park tools IR 1.2 internal cable routing kit Marvis black tooth brush Round and flat needle files Scalpel Wera 3/8″ bit holder Bleeding syringes and fittings Park tools BBT-10.2 adjusting cap tool (hollowtech2) Assortment of spare bolts, washers, shims, valves/stems, brake hose fittings, headset spacers, star nuts, saftey pins, razor blades, batteries, cable ties ect Bic lighter Wurth super fast glue Loctite 242 Smoove chain lube cable ferrules, crimps, bleed blocks TOOLBOARD TOOL LIST Knipex scissors Blue Point mini needle nose pliers Blue Point mini flush cut snips Custom made rotor tool for adjusting brake contact point Hex Pro swivel hex keys 3,4,5,6mm Wera torx key set 8,9,10,15,20,25,27,30,40 Park tools SPANNERS 6,7,8,9,10mm PB Swiss picks straight, 90° and hook PB Swiss spinning bit T handle Powerbuilt torx Sliding T handles 10,25,30 Powerbuilt hex sliding T handles 2,2.5,3,4,5,6mm Wera hex key set 1.5,2,2.5,3,4,5,6,8mm PB Swiss 50mm bits 2,2.5,3,4,5,6 and T25 DT Swiss spoke wrench Stans no tubes valve core tool PB Swiss replaceable screwdriver handle PB Swiss #2 small flat head screwdriver blade PB Swiss PH2 Phillips blade for screwdriver PB Swiss #4 large flat head blade for screwdriver PB Swiss bit holder blade for screwdriver PB Swiss mini replaceable blade screwdriver PB Swiss small flat and phillips blade for mini screwdriver PB Swiss 1.5 and 2mm hex blade for mini screwdriver PB Swiss 2.5 and 3mm hex blade for mini screwdriver Wera Zyklop mini 1/4″ bit ratchet Wera 50mm 1/4″ bit extension Park tool Flare nut wrench 8,10mm Topeak preset 4,5,6nm 1/4″ bi torque fittings You’ve made it this far.. you’re clearly a fan of a solid tool setup. Give a follow to Bee_Kay77 and toolboxwars. Abbey Bike Tools is also running a toolbox contest as well! Check back daily throughout the month of December as we post more content in our 25 days of Sickness!

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