mine was doing that for the whole week until i found the culprit part today – the main pivot fastener had wound loose, tightened it and now all fine. Good luck – I bloody hate noisy bikes! 😐

I’ve got Bulldogs with Dark Bronze lens. They look great and are in the sun. I nearly killed myself riding from bright light into dark woods though… Worth the £90 I paid though.

I’ve heard that ‘the slab’ is quite a fear maker. Well done – I’m happy for you!

Have you got a special bike that you can ride under water?

Welcome! 🙂

SLX over most, no contest.

I like the Troy Lee/ODI ones. I use them backside forward so they are more comfy. Really sticky too.

mega – Member
I’ve got a 3 foot cock but can’t ride a 6 inch drop ):

Plus I bought my bike in the sale at reduced rrp/drop capability ): ):

Seems to me you crash on purpose too… I bet you’re Mega really! 😉

Guys and Gals, I am not trolling!

As per the thread title states: I’m no riding god.

I bottled 2 times. I had to do it again because it will not defeat me. Afterwards, yes – I was chuffed.

My cock is average and so is my riding – that’s why I was chuffed at my 3 foot drop.

maybe if I make a certain part more clear more of you will understand?

So many riders on their gnar bikes didn’t do it. I’m not picking on one in particular person at all. it was a whole stream of people who didn’t do it and it surprised me.

As stated previously, my second time at Hamsterley and no other trail centres at all. What I thought I would see there was something different to what I did see. Surprise!

And one more thing to get out of the way: I’m not suggesting that these people CAN’T do it, I think that they probably can – hence, surprise!

fergal – Member
FFS there is a lot of bling on that dandy horse, have you got a small penis?

6 inch cock and classed as far more than average pay packet mate. Lovely bike eh? 😉

ads678 – Member
I don’t believe the OP did that drop with those tyres on!!

Good point! The tyres were actually HR sticky.

I am not trolling!

tpbiker – Member
And how do you know that the guys on the yeti haven’t just nailed their first 18 inch drop and will try the 3 footer you hit next week?

The fact that you have a bike costing thousands of pounds, but, with respect, are clearly at a fairly basic riding level yourself, makes your attitude even harder to fathom

I can’t know the answer to the first part of your question mate.

The second part I take with a pinch of salt because part of learning is comparing and what I saw that day and read in this thread says that I’m far from a basic rider. 😉

Race yer?

tpbiker – Member
Interesting viewpoint from the OP, and one I totally disagree with. I have 2 nice bikes, which far outweigh my skill level (although I could do that drop nae bother ;-))but I don’t care, I can afford it and it makes me happy. I see kids with bikes half the value of mine and twice the skill, that the way it is.

I don’t know what bike the OP rides, but unless its a 300 quid apollo I can guarantee there are kids out there on far cheaper bikes hitting obstacles I suspect he wouldn’t even dream about….

It’s not a £300 job and you are right. I’ve seen kids half my age inspire me to become better and keep pushing.

godzilla – Member
OP, what do you ride? you may have said but i cant be bothered to read it all back.
Peace n love..

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This is the bike I used that day. Cheers for the peace and love!

Right everyone, thanks for all of the comments. I certainly have learned some things. I’ve learned that quite a few people on this forum (that have commented) think the way I do or at least understand where I’m coming from. I’ve also learned that some people just like arguing for the sake of it.

I ride to enjoy myself and a major part of that is feeling improvement in fitness and skills. I’m jealous of no bike (haven’t you seen mine)? I like to ask questions of informed individuals (you lot). I like nothing more than to see improvement in myself and others around me.

Excuse me all if I can’t work out why a gang of people with great/capable trail bikes can’t/won’t do a 3 – 4 foot drop.

I guess that I never did consider that people bought bikes like this because they look nice over how they can perform.

In future, I will be making a concious effort not to be so judgemental of others because now I’ve had my eyes opened I do see the truth:

Some people just want to ‘look’ the part – not be part of it. 😀

soobalias – Member

whoa whoa whoa

3-4ft. the pics dont show anything like that. some of you need your tape measure recalibrating.

i rode a similar drop….. (to that in the photos) which i estimated between 18″ and 2’….. ridden it lots before, went slightly wrong, smashed my wrist to bits. I was riding about a grands worth of 140mm forked hardtail.

I stuck my bike underneath the drop – it’s at least the height of an 18 inch Trek Fuel. You wish it was small is all…

mdavids – Member

Just wondering what value of bike would have meant they were justified in not trying the drop? Is there some sort of sliding scale of bike cost vs acceptable drop height?

Surely anyone who spends that kind of cash on a bike and all the kit is an enthusiast though, your average non-enthusiast thinks a £200 apollo is an expensive bike.

And, as enthusiasts, surely you’d want to be able to ride stuff like this no? I know I do and I think thats the point the OP was trying to make. Also it’s about the only part of hamsterley black, or any trail centre for that matter where you might actually need 5 inches of front and rear travel. Challenging yourself, making the most of your bike and getting over that fear factor is a large part of the fun IMO and I dont consider myself in the least bit RAD.

Thank you!

ask1974 – Member
I did think that there was (kind of) some sliding scale. Silly of me really I suppose but I couldn’t spend big bucks on what’s clearly a trail weapon and then mince around on it
WTF…??!!! Is this what they call trolling? Deliberate attempts to wind people up. My god man do you think people should be interviewed in the LBS before buying a bike, go on some sort of course to determine if they are ‘good enough’ to buy a trail bike. Buy your estimation anyone in a Porshe should be a racing driver, if you own an Omega Seamaster you should run around risking life and limb like James Bond… God forbid if someone bought an expensive road racing bike, would you then expect them to ride like a tour de France rider every weekend???

We live in a consumer society where we can buy what the hell we like, regardless of skill or what we’ll actually do with it. Either that of the simple fact that you don’t own an expensive bike defines you in ways I’m not going to mention…

[edit] by which I infer nothing about you at all. Just that you can’t read anything into a person by what they buy. Happy you nailed the drop and had a good ride.

I’m not trolling mate, honest.

I suppose I was dazzled when I was multiple gnar bikes mincing, that’s all.

I did have a good time though – thanks. Hamsterley seems to be great to me so far.

grum – Member
I still am to a certain extent. Why oh why buy a 4k super gnar bike and not drop 3 foot on it? Was about 30k’s worth that didn’t try/bother…
Just wondering what value of bike would have meant they were justified in not trying the drop? Is there some sort of sliding scale of bike cost vs acceptable drop height?

Fair point my friend. Well, I guess my perception may be off. It could be linked to the fact that (like I said) this was my second time there and I’ve never been to any trail centre. Maybe the flash bikes all over made me think that all the riders would be whipping about in woods etc.

I did think that there was (kind of) some sliding scale. Silly of me really I suppose but I couldn’t spend big bucks on what’s clearly a trail weapon and then mince around on it.

idiotdogbrain – Member
I don’t know about anyone else but I’m getting a bit bored of people getting slated for what they do or don’t ride on whatever bike they’ve decided to buy. Who the **** are you to say that because someone’s worked hard enough to be able to afford a nice bike that they have to meet some sort of standard or ride stuff you think they should ride? Get off your ****ing judgemental high horse and just ride, ok?

Sheesh..

Oh dear… You sir, clearly don’t understand. I have not slated anyone at all. I am hardly judgemental – more inquisitive. I’m not on a high horse at all. Please (if you are concerned) re-read this post and reform your opinion. You may even like to offer an apology at the end – Addressed to me (if you can’t work it out). 🙄

Nah mate, I was at the side of the trail by then just stood wondering!

I still am to a certain extent. Why oh why buy a 4k super gnar bike and not drop 3 foot on it? Was about 30k’s worth that didn’t try/bother…

What did Jeremy say?
a little honesty perhaps? please tell me this isn’t the reason he’s banned?

Is he really banned? I hope not but want to know why if so. He really knew his stuff in my opinion and was a nice bloke!

Are we allowed to speak about it???

never attempting anything outside your comfort zone, saving it for another day reinforces bad mental practise and builds up those walls bigger and stronger to a point where they’re never going to budge.

No matter how hard people claim they’re not interested in leaving the ground or doing something a bit braver, they’re just trying to get out of pushing their selves, they are itching to “get awesome”.

Bikes isn’t treated as a un-serious games enough, too much “i must be sensible” or “that’s for kids” or thinking car park time is a “waste”.

The OP is on a good path, keep it up.

Thanks for your understanding mate. I’m not stupid on my bike but I do like to push and wont get defeated. If I bottle/crash I just do it again and again until it clicks. It’s the only way for me to get better. Surely that’s the whole point in riding off road?

hugor – Member
I think the more appropriate question you should be asking is why you went for it a 3rd time after crashing twice, especially given you’re a family man with dependants and an important career with responsibilities.

Is that aimed at me? Sorry if it’s not. if it was, I didn’t crash at all, just bottled it twice. 🙄

slainte rob

Please explain – I see this all the time in lots of threads but have no idea what it means, would love to be in on it if I’m worth it?

mdavids – Member
I don’t think anyone’s getting too “testosteroney” over this. Robsoctane seems to be suggesting it’s psychology rather than skill I think, and I agree – I’ve only ever done drops like that when I didn’t know they were there.
It takes no real talent, unless you’re doing it really slow, so I don’t see why anyone should be proud or ashamed about riding it or not.

Spot on. If you can ride off a kerb and land both wheels together then you have the correct technique and enough talent. Just hit it fast enough and carry the front wheel. There’s more chance of hurting yourself hitting a root or rock at the wrong angle and washing out at speed but because your wheels are on the ground you feel safer.

Bingo – and thank you.

I’m not taking the Michael out of anyone. I’m just wondering why they didn’t/couldn’t do it and I did. That’s because I KNOW I’m not great, I’m merely average. If I plucked up the courage then anyone can do it within reason, or so I thought…

It is all in the mind – WAS like jumping off a kerb. I will now be hunting bigger stuff and maybe bottling that the first 2 times BUT again – it will not defeat me.

I guess I was just surprised at dudes on Yeti’s etc that were built for this type of riding not doing it. Made me wonder.

Hey lads,

I’m a family man, big responsibilities etc. I did bottle it 2 times remember! That said, it won’t defeat me. I’m not looking down on anyone, honest. I just wondered why these people weren’t hitting it if I was. I’m not great so knew it was easy once I did it.

Does a lot of sessioning go on in trail centres? I’ve no idea. Maybe that’s why???

lovely, that thing!

Has anyone wondered why they call the little 22 tooth ring a ‘granny ring’?

I’ve been 1×9 for 18 months and it’s made me stronger, my bike quieter and my life easier (in maintenance). Enough said.

[/url] The Legend[/url] by robsoctane[/url], on Flickr[/img]

[/url] Maxlight Pha5e[/url] by robsoctane[/url], on Flickr[/img]

davidtaylforth – Member
Sorry pretty sure mine isnt a SDG, I could be wrong though.
You’re right, its not. I must have missed that one. Its just as bad though!

Please explain, I’ve got one and it’s ace. Why is it a trail warriors saddle?

BTW these bikes are awesome – more please!

has anyone seen one of his sales and said ‘hey, that’s mine’!?

Quite lovely to hear all of these views, not what I was expecting TBH. It’s made my evening, kind of…

Dear Moonglu, I think that I got the best wheels on the planet for the cost from you… Stan’s Arch EX on Hope Evo 2’s. Red hubs and white rims looking full bling bling!!

They were true, have taken on several weeks of proper bashing and remain the same.

Your delivery is very good and cost was great!

I was emailed and asked about which hub set up I wanted just to check before you built them, very good service.

I therefore recommend Moonglu to all people that would like some bling Hope wheels at a great cost.

Thanks Moonglu – I WILL be back when I need more Hope parts, you have my word and admiration. 😉

I wish you good luck.

I love doing that type of thing, it’s always worth it. Have a ball and take some photo’s for us will you? 😉

My Nike lycra cycling shorts – bought from Sports Direct – £25. I’ve spent £000’s on gear and they’re the best buy by far… Really good fit and pad.

I’ve recently purchased some Stan’s Arch EX on Hope 2 Evo. Blinding wheels, really light for their strength, you can’t go wrong for £360. Got them at Moonglu.

Not sure you’d need out else except tyres, go tubeless all the way! £120 should see you right on that part of the set up.

Good luck 😉

check out Dog Leap Stairs in Newcastle, they’re the hardest around here I think…

Really happy for the OP, well done!

Sam – Member
Love bar ends on any flat bar bike. They put your arms at an angle where you are using your biceps to pull rather than triceps – a much larger, stronger muscle

No they’re not. A Tricep is almost twice the size of a Bicep – Sorry, I had to…

Lovely bike though.

Can I be the 1st to offer BUSCUITS? 😉

I don’t think that the. Coverage has been any better than Freecaster. We only got 30 men! Loads of time missing from each run too. I appreciate that you need lots of cameras to do a good job but c’mon, Redbull take over and you can’t even tell!

The race itself was good, just feel bad for wor Danny!

I knew Minnar would see the top 3 so good for him on home soil!!!

I thought Gee’s race kit looked nice.