MTB Podcast – Episode 33 – Interbike, World Champs, concussions, rotational weight + more! - a podcast by Worldwide Cyclery

Steven and Jonathan spend nearly the entire episode answering your questions, but first, a few words on Interbike, World Championships, concussions in XC racing & more!

Topics covered in this episode:

• Concussions in XC racing
• World Champs quick & dirty recap
• Why do stock bikes come with bad components?
• Why you should (usually) have your saddle parallel to the ground
• Knolly 4x4 vs. Banshee KS-Link vs. Canfield Balance
• 27.5" trainer tires
• Do lighter cranks reduce rotational weight?
• Is there such a thing as a "perfect bike fit"?
• What's the deal with fat bikes??
• Are removable chin bar helmets the future for MTB?
• Are KTM mountain bikes legit?
• Good riding in the Bay Area
• How to improve traction in California dirt
• Reusing quicklinks
• What is a tire's "drift zone", and is it bad?
• Should you buy a bike specifically for the trainer?
• Is a QR to thru-axle upgrade really worth it?
• What causes a shock to "knock"?
• Is Interbike dead?
• New GoPro6 review
• Bear Growl Century gravel ride

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