Hardtail?
09-17-05, 07:59 AM
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Hardtail?
How good is a hardtail for rocky trails and basic jumps? I went riding one day, nailed a good jump and when I got home I noticed the back wheel was wobbling slightly. Rather worrying, especially since it was't a very high jump...
what you all think?
what you all think?
09-17-05, 08:05 AM
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Yes.
And no.
Depends on your riding style. Most hardtails can handle some minor jumps and hucks, but it depends on how good YOU are at absorbing the impact - not the bike.
A good front fork, and a good wheelset allow you to do some minor jumps with confidence - if your technique is good.
And no.
Depends on your riding style. Most hardtails can handle some minor jumps and hucks, but it depends on how good YOU are at absorbing the impact - not the bike.
A good front fork, and a good wheelset allow you to do some minor jumps with confidence - if your technique is good.
09-17-05, 08:09 AM
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Whoa that was quick. Okay, so it could be my technique, any tips on how to improve my landings?
09-17-05, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by shane45
A good front fork, and a good wheelset allow you to do some minor jumps with confidence - if your technique is good.
And your right technique is a very large part of it.
09-17-05, 08:50 AM
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I'm not sure what make it is. It has a blank frame. I'll post a few pics of it sometime.
