isiw@druri.UUCP (10/17/84)
<<< MOUNTAIN BIKERS READ ON... OTHERS PLEASE IGNORE >>> Well, I guess we've beat the "Mountain Bikes and The Environment" horse to death and into the ground. I didn't realize I'd receive so many personal, profane, and unsigned attacks via mail... What I want to know from all of you out there who ride these "demon machines" is some technical and practical info, and maybe spur some discussion of mountain biking topics *besides* the environmental impact issue. Specifically: Gearing ratios for climbing, good fenders, chain lubricants that work well in a muddy, dirty ride, brake pad recommendations (please!), sizing issues, downhill technique, use or non-use of stirrups or toe clips, tire recommendations (especially snow tires), back-country touring considerations, recommended protective gear, recommended components, and good trails around the US. Also, has anyone done any hunting with a mountain bike? Thanks in advance... Davis Tucker AT&T Information Systems Denver, CO
fritzz@sdcc3.UUCP (fritzz the Zebra) (10/18/84)
<No Thrashing> After the great debate, It would be nice to have some practical discussions. I think it might be a nice idea to have a separate news group for mountain bikes (net.bicycle.atb?). Even though they look very similiar to other bikes, the riding styles associated with ATB's are different enough that the articles would not appeal to all bicyclists. As for the answers to those questions, I'm pretty interested to. (One note on downhill technique: NEVER take either one of your feet off the pedals.) Have a happy day -- ihnp4--\ fritzz the Zebra decvax--\ Now, for $15,000, name a akgua----\ small sea animal: dcdwest---\ Shrimp cocktail. kgbvax-----\ ucbvax-------- sdcsvax -- sdcc3 -- fritzz