Special guest Dustin Cardoza joins us for a deep dive on trailside hacks, fixes, and overall MacGuyver tactics. This is a fun one!
Topics covered in this episode:
• Fox Rhythm Fork: https://dirtmountainbike.com/bike-reviews/forks-suspension/fox-releases-new-rhythm-budget-trail-fork.html
• Red Bull Rampage: Is it still a good thing?
• How do 120mm forks affect XC geometry?
• How warranties work
• Should you race Breck Epic in your first year of racing?
• How elevation actually affects performance
• What you need to carry with you on a ride
• Extra items to deal with a trailside emergency
• Trailside hacks you need to know
• How to fix a mechanical on the trail
• How to fix a broken derailleur cable
• How to fix a flat with a shoelace
• How to fix a broken shifter with tape
• How to fix a leaking hydration pack
• How to use superglue to stitch a head wound (not medical advice!!!)
• How to make an emergency chain guide
• Light & Motion Lights
• Wiral Lite Cable Cam: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1332617026/wiral-lite-the-easy-cable-cam-for-impossible-film
• 140mm Trail Craft Cycles cranks