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Anymore for all-day rides I’m always taking my camelbak with about 1.5 liters of water with a hydration tab. 2 packs of GU, Trail Mix, my Crankbros 19 tool multi-tool, Genuine Innovations Plug kit, some sort of inflation device (whether it be co2, pump or both), a spare Derailleur hanger, Extra Chain Master Link, and cellphone.
If I’m racing ill just use a water bottle with a hydration tab, 2 packs of GU, Ill put my multi tool in the back of my jersey on one side and put the Plug Kit and CO2 inflator on the other side. Seems to keep the weight way down and just be enough for when I get into tight situations. Also the center of gravity is a lot lower not having the extra weight from the camelbak tied on my back above the waist (maneuverability is a lot better).
Unfortunately I only have access to 1 local trail (Roaring Run in Apollo, PA) I usually ride to the trail head which is only 1.3 mi from my house. The other closest trail is about a half hr away (boyce Park) which really isn’t the greatest ride since its pretty flat. Most of the good trails are atleast an Hour drive both ways. So it would be nice to have other closer options…
Yea, People are out there on anything and everything. I’ve rode a 26er full sus converted single speed, 29ers 27.5 plus. You see fattys and skinnys alike. I think its only were u get into some of the big races that people will be more dialed into a specific category. I would most likely say 29er and 27.5 sizing and full sus and hard tail both. A lot is personal preference.
If you really haven ridden it much then I would def take it back and have them take care of it for you. That shouldn’t happen on a new bike that was hardly rode. Also like what JG said above, that’s the major advantage from buying from a brick and mortar store.
With that said, it could be something as simple as having some dirt built up in your seat post, bottom bracket and/or your pedals. I’ve had every one of these situations happen and sometimes they can be difficult to diagnose so I just tear it all down to clean and grease it all and it goes back to normal!
I personally wouldn’t buy a complete bike online, only in a local shop. I would really have a hard time purchasing a complete to begin with because of my pickiness for components I use. Last few builds I’ve done were from the frame up and allowed me to build an amazing package with all upgraded components for a fraction of the cost.
If I hadn’t had the knowledge then It would only be smart to shop local.
