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From: isiw@druri.UUCP
Newsgroups: net.bicycle
Subject: For Mountain Bikers Only
Message-ID: <952@druri.UUCP>
Date: Wed, 17-Oct-84 11:05:26 EDT
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Posted: Wed Oct 17 11:05:26 1984
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<<< MOUNTAIN BIKERS READ ON... OTHERS PLEASE IGNORE >>>

Well, I guess we've beat the "Mountain Bikes and The Environment" horse
to death and into the ground. I didn't realize I'd receive so many
personal, profane, and unsigned attacks via mail... 

What I want to know from all of you out there who ride these "demon
machines" is some technical and practical info, and maybe spur some
discussion of mountain biking topics *besides* the environmental
impact issue. Specifically:

Gearing ratios for climbing, good fenders, chain lubricants that work
well in a muddy, dirty ride, brake pad recommendations (please!),
sizing issues, downhill technique, use or non-use of stirrups or toe
clips, tire recommendations (especially snow tires), back-country
touring considerations, recommended protective gear, recommended
components, and good trails around the US. Also, has anyone done
any hunting with a mountain bike?

Thanks in advance...

Davis Tucker
AT&T Information Systems
Denver, CO