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the biggest factor is the durability between the two frame types. TGS riders seem pretty comfortable on high bb frames but just the strength seems to be the issue. Everyone seems obsessed with weight and will use parts not suitable either because there's no other option or because they have their priorities wrong. Frames used to be around the 2kg mark, now people complain if a frame is over 1.5kg and then complain when the lighter frame breaks, obviously some people want heavier frames but because people just bought lighter frames manufacturers couldn't sell the heavier ones.....I'd like to see a resurgence of more durable frames, either just designed and tested properly or just made heavier to be sure.

There were a few odd cuts in the editing, either a company that don't know how to film bikes or some lines that weren't pulled but edited to make it look like it was (front flip for example). There were some legit good lines and some scary ones, his style is a bit Euro though. Overall the video screamed corporate....riding that bike can't be as fun as a dedicated bike so I feel he's riding it purely for the money....some might call him a sell out but then again people who ride demos could be called that too......making money from riding bikes is still pretty cool. Just a shame road bikes have been done now.....it's maybe time to draw a line under it all?

I'd like to see cranks come with an integrated bash guard, one that flows in nicely and protects both sides just enough. Most trials parts seem pretty disposable so it's not the end of the world if it gets destroyed, but if it's designed right it should last anyway. Not sure how initiative a simple bash can be, maybe something with a rubber outer edge so it doesn't smash up walls? Would mean it's harder for observers to hear in comps (it's often easier to hear the bash hit than actually see it).

I get quite annoyed if gory/upsetting stuff is shown on FB and I accidentally see it when scrolling. I don't want to see that stuff so personally I'm glad it's not available on mainstream sites.

I agree with Adam that Koxx Bloxx pretty much changed brakes from average to what we have now. Maybe not trials specific but soft compound grippy tires changed my bike more dramatically than most other things I can think of.

Best riding and creativity I've seen in a looooong time!!

I couldn't sleep last night so I sneaked out and got an hours ride in at 2am this morning, that did the trick.

there's no risk with Shimano rotors, after running them for years I'm quite happy to have my life depend on them. it's true the ice tech isn't beneficial to trials but they are slightly lighter, I'd still just use the standard non ice tech though personally. I also agree with Mark, if you're using a brake that has quite deep pads (Mono trials) then I'd get a rotor with a braking surface big enough for all the pad to hit otherwise the brakes not going to be getting it's full potential power.

normal thread is the left side

Thanks for all the comments guys! I'm a little surprised how well it's gone down as I though the riding was a little stiff compared with previous videos, I wasn't sure whether the song would go down well either but people seem keen

I really enjoyed Tartydays! Thanks so much to Adam and the guys at the shop for all their hard work, to Inspired for supporting the event and getting rad trophies made and to the folks from Barrow Farm for all their hard work and anyone else I missed (sorry). I loved meeting everyone and I'm so glad to see so many younger riders getting involved (especially all those taking the streetier approach), the comps were great and I'm stoked to have won the Trialodrome (awesome concept) though I'm sure if Euan didn't mess up and if Prattley was there for the final the results would be a bit different. I can't wait to see photos and footage from the event

I'll try and be back soon!

I really like that! I still think the massive bashes ruin the looks on steel frames but it's not the end of the world. I really like how the blue and green work together too

forks are blatantly steel too

bikes all prepped, gonna try for a good nights sleep before my 7 hour drive tomorrow.

Pretty sure Giant frame numbers all start with a G but I am not 100% on that

some would argue it's even a trials bike at all

1996 (though the pictures of a 95) GT Avalanche, identical spec to that, this is before even V brakes were around. Did a years worth of comps on that bike with no trials modifications to it. Still got the frame.

That's just an XC frame, might not even be a Giant but just a steel frame stickered up to look like one (hence no model name/number). If it is a Giant it's a fairly budget one. Not the best for trials but it'l do for learning on.

I've got my Frisbee too

The cassette is boosted to 42T I believe. I hope she does too, if she still finds bikes to terrifying I'll steal it back off her and replace the frame and use it myself

just finished Jane's bike, I'm happy with how it's turned out. The front ends a bit high but I think she'd prefer that, can always cut it down if needed. I'm happy with the Skull decals on the seatstays too, she's a fan of all things skull related.

cant wait

if they're good, then people don't want to sell them.

I agree with Flip, different tools for different jobs (even if they are only slightly different). I swap between braked and brakeless bikes.